Teaching To prepare and deliver lectures, seminars and tutorials at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. To participate in the assessments for the modules taught in the School of English. To contribute to course and curriculum development and design, including course management, where appropriate. To support and comply with the University’s teaching quality assurance standards and procedures. To work closely with the School of English Studies at Nottingham, UK, and The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus in the development and delivery of Masters and undergraduate programmes. To organize and participate in Research and Knowledge Exchange activities. Administration To undertake administrative work/management functions as required in the School of English and to ensure the efficient and effective completion of the work of the School and the University. This will include membership of relevant committees and working groups. To liaise, as appropriate, with academic and administrative colleagues in Nottingham, UK and campus in Malaysia. To act as a personal tutor for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. To take part in and contribute to development activities consistent with continuing professional development. To ensure compliance with health and safety requirements in all aspects of work. Any other duties appropriate to the post and the seniority of the person appointed. This job description may be subject to revision following discussion with the person appointed and forms part of the contract of employment. Person Specification: Essential Desirable Qualifications/ Education A PhD degree in Applied Linguistics, English Language Teaching and Education; and other relevant disciplines. Postgraduate qualification in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education or equivalent. Membership of relevant professional bodies; Skills/Training Evidence of ability to produce high quality research Evidence of using a variety of research skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills in English. Effective communication skills with staff and students. Evidence of previous research and administrative role/skills. Experience Evidence of teaching in Higher Education contexts Experience of teaching/seminar work in relevant subjects at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels. Experience and interest in interactive teaching. Experience of organizing students’ learning Evidence of successful working with external partners e.g. funding bodies, industry and governmental agencies. Experience of PhD/masters supervision. Experience of programme design. Participation in academic networks.
Personal Attributes A strong team player who works collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. Ability to complete administrative duties effectively to required deadlines. Personal enthusiasm to develop links between relevant academic teams in different campuses and internationally. Adaptability and flexibility in work. Ability to work in the context of new systems of academic practice. Empathy with students from many different cultures and a strong desire to work in a environment. Evidence of working in interdisciplinary teams. Experience of working overseas. An understanding of the higher education context internationally. Informal enquiries regarding this vacancy may be addressed to: Professor Lixian Jin, Head of School of English, University of Nottingham Ningbo Email: . Tel 86 (0)574 8818 0000, Ext. 8560. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted. Please quote ref. UNNC498X1 Closing date: 15 October 2017 Interviews will take in Ningbo, China.