Head of Department of English
- Employer
- THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
- Location
- Hong Kong
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Aug 12, 2020
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Humanities, English & Literature
- Employment Level
- Tenured/Tenured Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is a government-funded
tertiary institution in Hong Kong. The University was ranked
75th according to the QS World University Rankings 2021. It
offers programmes at various levels including Doctorate, Master’s
and Bachelor’s degrees. It has a full-time staff strength of
around 5,300 including 1,200 academic staff. The total annual
consolidated expenditure budget of the University is in excess of
HK$7.4 billion. Committed to academic excellence, PolyU
aspires to become a leading university that excels in professional
education, world-class research and partnership for the betterment
of Hong Kong, the nation and the world. For further details about
the University, please visit PolyU’s website at http://www.polyu.edu.hk.
DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH
Head of Department of English (Ref.
20081201)
The Department of English within the Faculty of Humanities at The
Hong Kong Polytechnic University has a long history of conducting
cutting-edge research in language and communication and producing
high quality graduates for the professional workplace. A
central mission of the Department is to provide first class English
language education with a focus on the skills and expertise needed
to succeed in the global and the local workplace. With a team of 25
full-time academic staff, the Department is actively engaged in
research in the five key areas: (1) Language and Professional
Communication (including health communication); (2) Language
Teaching and Learning; (3) Linguistics, English Language, and
Systemic Functional Linguistics; (4) Media and Communication; and
(5) Area Studies and Intercultural Communication. The
Department of English is part of the linguistics discipline at
PolyU that is ranked in the top 50 in the QS World University
Ranking by Subject 2020. Please visit the website at http://www.engl.polyu.edu.hk for
more information about the Department.
The University is now inviting applications and nominations for the
post of Head of Department of English. The successful candidate
will be appointed as Chair Professor/Professor normally on regular
terms of appointment, commensurate with his/her qualifications and
experience, and hold a concurrent headship appointment. The
headship appointment is normally for an aggregate period of six
years in two three-year terms of office. Other suitable
candidate(s), if deemed appropriate by the University, may be
appointed as Chair Professor/Professor.
Job Functions
The position calls for a visionary academic leader with
responsibilities of ensuring the smooth and successful operation
and sustainable development of the Department. Reporting directly
to the Dean of Faculty of Humanities, the appointee will be
required to:
(a) provide effective leadership in the
development of long-term strategies and plans of the Department, in
alignment with the University’s Strategic Plan, and provide
leadership, coaching and support to all staff members in the
Department in pursuit of the planned objectives in a high-quality
and cost-effective manner;
(b) ensure a high-quality of teaching as well as
holistic development of the students, and align the Department’s
programmes with the needs of the community;
(c) facilitate the conduct of innovative and
original research of high quality and impact, and promote and
develop genuine cross-disciplinary/departmental research with the
optimal use of research funds;
(d) provide leadership in technology
development, commercialisation and entrepreneurship initiatives to
enhance the societal impact of research outcomes of the
University;
(e) provide leadership in developing a strong
network of partnership with leading institutions for opportunities
and collaboration in education, research and knowledge
transfer;
(f) enhance the local and international networks
of partnerships and linkages with the community, particularly the
professional, public and business sectors, so as to gain their
support for the major strategic initiatives of the
University;
(g) ensure effective internal communication that
leads to transparent decision-making, and promote the Department’s
education and other services to target customers, community leaders
and stakeholders;
(h) ensure optimal deployment of human, financial
and other resources in the Department;
(i) implement an effective mechanism to acquire
donations and other forms of sponsorship to support the
University’s pursuits and long-term development; and
(j) undertake other responsibilities and tasks as
may be assigned by the Dean of Faculty or the President’s designate
from time to time.
Qualifications
Applicants should have:
(a) academic qualifications at the doctoral level
in a relevant discipline, evidence of eminent scholarship,
substantial relevant experience in a senior academic position, and
relevant professional qualifications where appropriate;
(b) attainment of an academic rank of full
professor or above at an internationally recognized
university;
(c) a distinguished international reputation in
research and scholarship, and demonstrated international leadership
in any one or more of the specialist areas of Language and
Professional Communication (including health communication);
Language Teaching and Learning; Linguistics, English Language, and
Systemic Functional Linguistics; Media and Communication; and Area
Studies and Intercultural Communication;
(d) a strong record in attracting research
funding;
(e) a demonstrated commitment to excellence in
teaching;
(f) a global perspective, proven qualities of
academic leadership, and substantial administration / management
experience, as well as demonstrated ability of building up a strong
team of faculty members with different research and cultural
backgrounds;
(g) effective interpersonal communication and
resources management skills, and excellent adaptability to changes
and challenges;
(h) good knowledge of the higher educational
environment in the local and global context; and
(i) high standard of personal integrity.
Experience in fund-raising will be an additional advantage.
Remuneration and Conditions of Service
The terms of appointment and remuneration package are negotiable
and highly competitive. For general information on terms and
conditions for appointment of academic staff in the University,
please visit the website at http://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/TC.htm.
Application and Nomination
Applicants are invited to send a detailed curriculum vitae and
direct any enquiries, to the Chairman of the Search Committee for
recruitment of Head of Department of English, Human
Resources Office, 13/F, Li Ka Shing Tower, The Hong Kong
Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong via
email to hrscengl@polyu.edu.hk, quoting
the position being applied for and the reference number. It
is optional for the applicants to include two to three reference
letters in their applications. Consideration of
applications will commence in early October 2020 until the position
is filled. Candidature may be obtained by
nominations. General information about the University is
available at http://www.polyu.edu.hk or from the
Human Resources Office [Tel: (852) 2766 5041]. The
University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for
recruitment can be found at http://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/job/en/guide_forms/pics.php.
PolyU is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity
and inclusivity. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity,
nationality, family status or physical or mental
disabilities.
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