Jobs: HKUST (Guangzhou) Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Urban Governance and Design

Job Title: Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor
Institution: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou)

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is a world-renowned international research university. The Ministry of Education of People’s Republic of China officially approved the preparatory status of HKUST (GZ) in September 2019. The Guangzhou campus covers 1.13 square kilometers and the first phase of construction is expected to be completed in 2022. At steady state, the number of undergraduate and postgraduate students will reach a total of 10,000. The intended areas of focus in the GZ Campus will be thematic and cross-disciplinary in nature, synergistic with HKUST without overlapping academic degrees or structures. 4 Academic Hubs (equivalent to school) with 16 Thrust Areas (equivalent to department) are being planned.

As one of the four transdisciplinary hubs at GZ campus, the Society Hub, aims to conduct cutting-edging research and disseminate knowledges to assist in the economic and social development of the Greater Bay Area (GBA) and beyond. The Society Hub now invites applications or nominations for faculty openings at all levels of Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor in the Thrust Area Urban Governance and Design. We welcome applicants who employ quantitative methods to conduct transdisciplinary research on social and economic issues (e.g., education/human capital, health and aging, inequality/poverty, population and migration, transportation and communication networks, smart city, etc.).

Applicants must have a PhD degree in relevant fields. Senior academics should have proven teaching commitment and performance, experience and readiness in cross disciplinary curriculum and program design, and demonstrated service to the academic community and/or the public. Successful candidates will contribute to a post-graduate training program focusing on urban research and policy.

Salary is highly competitive of international standard and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Start-up research funds and excellent research equipment and support will be provided.

English is the medium of instruction and administration at HKUST (GZ) campus. HKUST (GZ) is committed to diversity in recruitment and equal opportunity employment and we strongly encourage suitable candidates of diverse backgrounds to submit their applications.

Application Procedure
Applications/Nominations should be sent to gzrecruit soc @ust.hk toget h er with (i) full CV; (ii) a statement of research, t eaching, and service , if any ; (i i i ) three most representative samples of research, all in PDF formats; (iv ) record s of teaching performance, if any . Junior and m id career applicants should arrange for 3 letters of recommendation to be sent.

Deadline: Review of applications will commence on March 2nd 2020 and will continue until the positions are filled.

HKUST (GZ) Campus under Construction

Postdoc Opportunity at National University of Singapore (Second Call; Deadline 27 Sep 2019)

National University of Singapore

Social Science and Humanities Research (SSHR) Fellowship

Postdoctoral Fellow for Research Project on ‘Peopling Infrastructure:

Aeromobilities, Automation and Labour Mobilisations in Asia’

(Deadline: 27 September 2019)

Awarded by Singapore’s Social Science Research Council (SSRC), a Social Science and Humanities Research (SSHR) Fellowship, led by Principle Investigator Dr Lin Weiqiang (National University of Singapore) with collaborators Professor Peter Adey (Royal Holloway, University of London) and Dr Tina Harris (University of Amsterdam), is seeking to appoint a postdoctoral fellow to contribute to the team’s research activities on airport infrastructure, automation and labour.

Motivated by the rapid acceleration of aeromobilities in Asia, the SSHR Fellowship project aims to better understand the inner-workings of the aviation industry as well as inform related policies surrounding infrastructure building, technology and airport labour in the region. In particular, the project will focus on the daily labour that goes into the maintenance and reproduction of airport infrastructure as well as its relationship with technological (automative) counterparts. Our focus is on contemporary Asia and is concerned with the sustainability of the present turn towards mega-infrastructures.

Area of Expertise and Job Scope

The successful candidate should ideally be well-versed in the aeromobilities literature, and should have undertaken research demonstrating a focus on either:

– The social, cultural and political intersections between labour and automation

– Infrastructural politics (especially in transport) and its theorisations

He/she should have:

– A PhD in Anthropology, Geography, History, Sociology or another relevant (Social Science or Humanities) discipline, or be awaiting conferment of a PhD (the PhD must be awarded by the time the post is taken up). An official letter from the Registrar’s Office of your university will be required to confirm the award of your PhD degree before contracts are issued.

– Research interests and experience on any or combinations of airports, infrastructure, automation and labour

– Regional expertise and/or demonstrable interest in Asia’s infrastructural projects

– A promising trajectory in research and publication; a publication record in areas related to the above specified research interests and field areas is a significant advantage.

– Excellent communication skills in English and preferably language proficiency in Arabic, Bahasa Melayu and/or Mandarin Chinese.

The successful candidate is expected to contribute significantly to the SSHR Fellowship project besides carrying out his/her own research plans. This includes, but is not limited to:

– Conducting international fieldwork (predominantly in the form of semi-structured interviews) with up to 180 research participants.

– Contributing to fresh research directions and co-writing.

– Co-organisation of and/or paper presentations in workshops and conference sessions.

– Collaborations with other researchers (in the department and beyond) where appropriate.

Terms and Conditions

The postdoctoral fellow will work closely with the SSHR Fellowship project team in the roles listed above. Detailed terms and conditions are as follows:

– Contract to be awarded for 24 months in the first instance, starting January 2020 or as soon as possible thereafter.

– There is a possibility that the appointment will be eligible for a 6 to 12 month extension (to be awarded on the basis of research progress and funding availability).

– An annual salary of up to Singapore S$60,000. All salary and benefits-in-kind are subjected to taxation in accordance with local tax laws. Please note that University Housing will not be provided and appointees will have to make their own private housing arrangements. A small monthly contribution (of up to S$500/month) for housing expenses may be available, however this is not guaranteed.

– Singapore citizens and permanent residents are eligible for Provident Fund benefits.

– Medical benefits in accordance with the Medical Benefit Plan. See: http://www.nus.edu.sg/careers/whatyougettoenjoy.html

– Formal vacation leave of 28 days per calendar year and capacity to apply for fieldwork and conference leave of up to 90 days per year.

– Conference travel expenses will be available (a minimum of S$3,000 over the period of the postdoc). Further conference and research travel expenses may be available, subject to budgets).

– There are opportunities to develop synergies with and/or participate in the activities of the FASS Max Weber Foundation Research Group (MWS RG), whose cognate focus is on ‘borders, mobility and new infrastructures’.

Application Procedures

Candidates should send the following documents with their application:

– A cover letter detailing research background and interests, envisaged publication plans and proposed start date.

– Full curriculum vitae with a complete list of publications and details of any relevant teaching experience.

– Names and contact details of two referees.

Candidates should email their application to Ms WONG Lai Wa (geowlw@nus.edu.sg) no later than 27 September 2019. Informal enquiries can be directed to the PI (Dr Lin Weiqiang at geolinw@nus.edu.sg).

Please visit our websites at https://www.moe.gov.sg/news/press-releases/results-of-the-inaugural-social-science-and-humanities-research-fellowship-call-and-2018-social-science-research-thematic-grant-call for information on the SSHR Fellowship project, and http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/geog/ for information on the Department of Geography. Details of the MWS RG can be found at: https://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/researchclusters/max-weber-foundation-research-group-on-borders-mobility-and-new-infrastructures.html

Other benefits that the University provides and other information about working in NUS and living in Singapore are available at http://www.nus.edu.sg/careers/whyjoinus.htm. Terms and conditions, according to university guidelines, are subject to changes without prior notice.

English-speaking Science Teacher Wanted in Shanghai, China

Employer: A private-science educational company with over 30－year history.

If you want to be part of an international team and a multinational company, if you are a person who is willing to be part of a unique experience and to have the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, then this job opportunity is for you. Contact WeChat account EmmaCTR for more details.

Requirements

1．Teaching experience with basic knowledge in science or engineering will be a plus

2．Have the necessary documents (bachelor or above diploma and its notary, non-criminal record and its notary, 2-year working experience) to apply for a work visa in China or are already in possession of a work visa

3. Enjoy being with kids; passionate, responsible; outgoing, abundant teaching methods.

Benefits:

Enjoy Chinese legal holiday and annual holiday;

Provide working visa and insurance ；

Team building and activities；

Attractive salary ranging from 19k to 25k (RMB) on average

Job Vacancy: Full Professorship in China Studies at Aarhus University, Denmark

Professor of China Studies in a Global Perspective

The School of Culture and Society, Department of Global Studies, at Aarhus University invites applications for a permanent position as a full professor of China studies in a global perspective with a focus on modern or contemporary China. The position is available to start as soon as possible after 1 January 2020.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Position
The professorship is being offered with a view to attracting talented applicants with an extensive and documented track record in innovative and internationally recognised research in the area of China studies, combined with specialist expertise in the humanities or social sciences as well as fluency in Chinese. The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to core activities at the School of Culture and Society and Aarhus University in general, and to strengthen the research activities and output of the Department of Global Studies in particular.

Apart from research, the successful applicant will also be expected to contribute to the following areas: education, talent development and knowledge exchange within modern or contemporary China studies at Aarhus University located within the field of global studies. The professor will be expected to undertake responsibility for and leadership of the academic evolution and profile of China studies at Aarhus University both nationally and internationally.

Research
The successful applicant will also be expected to provide academic leadership in the development of research programmes in the field of China studies, to develop new research projects with internal and external partners, to raise external research funding, and to take part in the daily activities of the department. Moreover, it will be expected that s/he has a strong engagement with interdisciplinary research cooperation within the Department of Global Studies and its global studies research programme, in the School of Culture and Society, at the Faculty of Arts and beyond.

Research activities will be evaluated in relation to actual research time. Thus, we encourage applicants to specify periods of leave without research activities, in order to be able to subtract these periods from the span of the scientific career during the evaluation of scientific productivity.

Education
The successful applicant will be required to teach and supervise in China studies at all levels of the department’s degree programmes (BA, MA and PhD), and will be expected to have extensive teaching experience at university level. Furthermore, s/he will be expected to take a leading role in the teaching and further development of multidisciplinary area studies programmes, especially in a recently launched global and area studies programme and in collaboration with representatives of other existing area study programmes.

Talent development and knowledge exchange
The successful applicant will be expected to be able to identify the development potential of junior researchers, to contribute to mentoring, talent development and supervision of PhD students, and to design and teach PhD courses. Moreover, it will be expected that the successful applicant will engage in knowledge exchange as mentioned in the strategy for the Faculty of Arts, for instance in research cooperation with private companies, government consultancy, cooperation with civil society actors or the public dissemination of knowledge.

Qualifications
Applicants must be able to document

An original and relevant academic production at the highest international level
Significant scholarly contributions to theoretical and thematic developments within the study of modern or contemporary China.
A solid track record in research leadership as well as in international research funding and international research cooperation including service to the profession
Fluency in Chinese
Experience in teaching, supervision competences as well as an active involvement in the education and study environment
Competences with regard to mentoring and a commitment to researcher talent development as well as the development and teaching of PhD courses

Applicants will be asked to present their vision for future developments in this field and in research on China in a global context.

Only submitted publications will be assessed; a list of publications is not sufficient. As a result, applications without submitted publications will not be assessed.

Professional references or recommendations should not be included in applications. Applicants who are selected for a job interview may be asked to state professional references.

Non-Danish-speaking applicants should be aware that the acquisition of sufficient Danish to participate in the daily administrative and academic business of the department within two years of taking up the position is a condition for their employment.

The application must be submitted in English.

For further information about the position and the department, please contact Head of School Bjarke Paarup, tel. +45 8716 2158 (head.cas@au.dk).

For more information about the application, please contact HR Supporter Marianne Birn, e-mail mbb@au.dk.

Global studies at Aarhus University
As an area studies programme, China studies at Aarhus University constitutes an integral part of the Department of Global Studies, which consists of language-based, regional study programmes, comprising China, Japan, India/South Asia, Russia, Brazil, and European and international studies. The department focuses on a broad spectrum of research into and the teaching of history, culture and society – all based on sources in the original/regional language. The approaches used have roots in the humanities as well as the social sciences, and aim to introduce creative teaching methods based firmly on research.

For a more detailed description of the programme and department, please refer to this website: http://cas.au.dk/en/about-the-school/departments/global-studies/

The Department of Global Studies belongs to the School of Culture and Society, where the object of research and teaching is the interplay between culture and society in time and space:

•   From the traditional disciplines of the humanities and theology to applied social research
•   From antiquity to the issues facing contemporary societies
•   From familiar Danish cultural forms to other – and very different – life worlds and world views
•   From local questions to global challenges.

Qualification requirements
Applicants should hold a PhD or equivalent academic qualifications.Formalities

Faculty of Arts refers to the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Danish Universities (the Appointment Order).
Appointment shall be in accordance with the collective labour agreement between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations.
Further information on qualification requirements and job content may be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities .
Further information on the application and supplementary materials may be found in Application Guidelines.
The application must outline the applicant’s motivation for applying for the position, attaching a curriculum vitae, a teaching portfolio, a complete list of published works, copies of degree certificates and no more than eight examples of academic production (mandatory). Please upload this material electronically along with your application.

If nothing else is noted, applications must be submitted in English. Application deadline is at 11.59 pm Danish time (same as Central European Time) on the deadline day.

All interested candidates are encouraged to apply, regardless of their personal background.
Shortlists may be prepared with the candidates that have been selected for a detailed academic assessment. A committee set up by the head of school is responsible for selecting the most qualified candidates. See this link for further information about shortlisting at the Faculty of Arts: http://medarbejdere.au.dk/fileadmin/user_upload/Proces_for_shortlisting_december_2017.pdf

Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including relocation service and career counselling to expat partners: http://ias.au.dk/au-relocation-service/. Please find more information about entering and working in Denmark here: http://international.au.dk/research/

Faculty of Arts
The Faculty of Arts is one of four main academic areas at Aarhus University.
The faculty contributes to Aarhus University’s research, talent development, knowledge exchange and degree programmes.
With its 500 academic staff members, 260 PhD students, 10,500 BA and MA students, and 1,500 students following continuing/further education programmes, the faculty constitutes a strong and diverse research and teaching environment.
The Faculty of Arts consists of the School of Communication and Culture, the School of Culture and Society, the Danish School of Education, and the Centre for Teaching Development and Digital Media. Each of these units has strong academic environments and forms the basis for interdisciplinary research and education.
The faculty’s academic environments and degree programmes engage in international collaboration and share the common goal of contributing to the development of knowledge, welfare and culture in interaction with society.