From: "Frank Conlon" <conlon@U.WASHINGTON.EDU>
To: <H-ASIA@H-NET.MSU.EDU>
Sent: Tuesday, November 15, 2011 4:53 AM
Subject: H-ASIA: Position Comp. Lit., Univ of Hong Kong, Asst prof
> H-ASIA
> November 11, 2011
>
>
> Position: Comparative Literature, Assistant Professor, University of
> Hong Kong
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> From: H-Net Job Guide:
>
> JOB GUIDE NO.: https://www.h-net.org/jobs/job_display.php?id=43755
>
> University of Hong Kong
>
> Assistant Professor in the School of Humanities (Comparative
> Literature)
>
>
> Institution Type: College / University
> Location: Hong Kong
> Position: Assistant Professor
>
>
> Founded in 1911, The University of Hong Kong is committed to the
> highest international standards of excellence in teaching and
> research, and has been at the international forefront of academic
> scholarship for many years. The University has a comprehensive range
> of study programmes and research disciplines spread across 10
> faculties and about 100 sub-divisions of studies and learning. There
> are over 23,400 undergraduate and postgraduate students coming from 50
> countries, and more than 1,200 members of academic and
> academic-related staff, many of whom are internationally renowned.
>
> Assistant Professor in the School of Humanities (Comparative
> Literature)
> (Ref.: 201100947)
>
> Applications are invited for appointment as Assistant Professor in the
> School of Humanities (Comparative Literature) from August 2012 or as
> soon as possible thereafter, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with
> the possibility of renewal. Appointee with demonstrated performance
> will be considered for tenure towards the end of the second three-year
> contract.
>
> The Department of Comparative Literature enjoys a reputation as a
> leader in literary, theoretical, and cultural studies using
> cross-cultural materials and interdisciplinary approaches. Main areas
> of research and teaching in the Department include visual cultures and
> film studies, literature, critical theory, feminism and gender
> studies, postcolonial, Hong Kong and China studies, and new media and
> global studies. The Department offers B.A., M.A., M.Phil. and Ph.D.
> degree programmes, and has excellent teaching and research facilities
> and support. The University and the Hong Kong Research Grants Council
> provide substantial competitive funding for research projects of all
> kinds. Information about the Department can be obtained at
> http://www.hku.hk/complit.
>
> Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree or equivalent that focuses on
> Hong Kong cinema. The applicant will primarily contribute to teaching
> and research in the Department of Comparative Literature and should
> possess the expertise in teaching major and common core courses on
> Hong Kong cinema and culture, courses related to world cinema and
> globalization, or other courses compatible with those offered by the
> Department. The applicant is also expected to participate in the Arts
> Facultys emerging programme in Global Creative Industries as well as
> the new, interdisciplinary Hong Kong Studies programme. Those with a
> strong publication record demonstrating an ability to explore the
> global impact and engagement of Hong Kong cinema will be favorably
> considered. Capacity to engage in teamwork is fundamental to the
> position. Enquiries about the post should be sent to Dr. Esther
> Cheung, Chairperson of the Department of Comparative Literature
> (e-mail: estherch@hku.hk).
>
> A globally competitive remuneration package commensurate with the
> appointees qualifications and experience will be offered. At current
> rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The
> appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University
> contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of
> basic salary, as well as leave, and medical/dental benefits. Housing
> benefits will be provided as applicable.
>
>
>
> Contact: Applicants should send an application letter, an up-to-date
> curriculum vitae, a 1-3 page description of dissertation and/or
> current research project, a sample syllabus on Hong Kong Cinema and
> Global Creative Industries and 3 confidential references (quoting
> Ref.: 201100947) sent directly by the referees, to the Assistant
> Registrar (Appointments), Human Resource Section, Registry, The
> University of Hong Kong by e-mail (r1100947@hku.hk). Further
> particulars can be obtained at http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/.
> Shortlisted candidates may be invited to attend an interview. Review
> of applications will start on November 30, 2011 until the post is
> filled. Candidates who are not contacted within 4 months of the
> review date may consider their applications unsuccessful.
>
> The University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a
> No-Smoking Policy
>
> Website: http://www.hku.hk
> Primary Category: Cultural History / Studies
>
> Secondary Categories: Film and Film History
> Humanities
> Literature
>
> Posting Date: 11/14/2011
> Closing Date 02/07/2012
>
>
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