Full/Associate/Assistant Professor in Artificial Intelligence Education
- Employer
- University of Macau
- Location
- Macau (MO)
- Salary
- Commensurate with Experience
- Date posted
- Sep 6, 2024
- Website
- https://www.um.edu.mo/
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Education, Other Education
- Employment Level
- Tenured/Tenured Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
The University of Macau (UM) is an internationalized public comprehensive university in the Macao Special Administrative Region (MSAR) located at the west bank of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). The GBA is rapidly developing into one of the leading technology and innovation hubs of the world. UM is placed No. 193 in the THE World University Rankings and placed No. 245 in the QS World University Rankings. With a scenic campus of approximately 1 km2 on Hengqin island, UM has achieved significant progress in the past decade as evidenced by its rising international repute, state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, and the establishment of three State Key Laboratories in microelectronics, Chinese medical sciences, and internet of things for smart city. To support economic diversification of MSAR and deepen collaboration between MSAR and Guangdong Province in Hengqin island, UM will continue to invest in cutting-edge research and develop interdisciplinary programmes in key strategic areas including precision oncology, advanced materials, regional oceanography, artificial intelligence and robotics, data science, cognitive and brain science and economics and finance. Leveraging its ‘4-in-1’ model of education and residential college system, UM provides all-round undergraduate education, nurturing talent to support social and economic development in MSAR and the GBA as a whole. With unprecedented growth and opportunities for development, UM offers promising career prospects to academics at all levels. It may be noted that English is the working language and the primary medium of instruction at UM.
The Faculty of Education invites applications for the position of Full/Associate/Assistant Professor in Artificial Intelligence Education.
The Faculty of Education offers Bachelor, Master, and Ph.D. programmes in various areas of education. Details about the Faculty of Education are available at https://fed.um.edu.mo/. UM is ranked No. 20 in the Best Global Universities for Education and Educational Research by 2024/2025 “U.S. News & World Report”. The Faculty of Education strives to become a leading institution for teacher education and educational research in Macao, the Greater China Region, and beyond.
Qualifications
Applicants whose research in this field will advance AI education at various education levels, including but not limited to (1) theoretical foundations related to AI education, and/or examining these through empirical research to understand their impact on teaching and learning; (2) designing and delivering courses on major topics of AI-based designs and other emerging technologies for learning and assessment, such as tools or curricula used in offline classrooms, online platforms, and out-of-school settings; (3) researching the pedagogical potentials and complexities of AI, addressing learners’ diverse needs, and preparing them for future careers and life.
Applicants should have: (1) a doctoral degree in ICT in education, educational technology, artificial intelligence, computer science, or related areas; (2) a clearly defined research agenda at the intersection of artificial intelligence and education; (3) a strong research publication record, demonstrated by high-quality academic publications; (4) a strong teaching record at the university level, particularly in courses related to artificial intelligence, methods in artificial intelligence education, and other emerging technologies for learning and assessment; (5) proven experience in developing and leading innovative educational programmes and curricula that integrate artificial intelligence; (6) excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary and multicultural environment; and (7) for the rank of Full Professor or Associate Professor, applicants should have established international excellence in research and scholarship, with a proven record of publications in top-tier journals (e.g., SSCI or SCI indexed journals), a strong international network of collaborations with scholars and practitioners in the field, and the ability to secure and manage competitive research grants and engage in collaborative research projects at national and international levels. Priority consideration will be given to those with proven competence in publishing top journal articles in this area.
The selected candidate is expected to assume duty in January 2025.
Remuneration
A taxable annual remuneration starting from MOP1,250,200 (approximately USD154,350) for the position of Full Professor, MOP1,052,800 (approximately USD129,980) for the position of Associate Professor and MOP855,400 (approximately USD105,600) for the position of Assistant Professor will be commensurate with the successful applicants’ academic qualification and relevant professional experience. The current local maximum income tax rate is 12% but is effectively around 5% - 7% after various discretionary exemptions. Apart from competitive remuneration, UM offers a wide range of benefits, such as medical insurance, provident fund, on-campus accommodation/housing allowance and other subsidies. Further details on our package are available at: https://career.admo.um.edu.mo/learn-more/.
Application Procedure
Applicants should visit https://career.admo.um.edu.mo/ for more details, and apply ONLINE. Review of applications will commence in October 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants may consider their applications not successful if they are not invited for an interview within 3 months of application.
Human Resources Section, Office of Administration
University of Macau, Av. da Universidade, Taipa, Macau, China
Website: https://career.admo.um.edu.mo/; Email: vacancy@um.edu.mo
Tel: +853 8822 8577; Fax: +853 8822 2412
The effective position and salary index are subject to the Personnel Statute of the University of Macau in force. The University of Macau reserves the right not to appoint a candidate. Applicants with less qualification and experience can be offered lower positions under special circumstances.
***Personal data provided by applicants will be kept confidential and used for recruitment purpose only***
** Under the equal condition of qualifications and experience, priority will be given to Macao permanent residents**
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