(Source: HKU)
Via H-Net, we
learned that the University of Hong Kong has a job application for an
assistant-professor in Law and History.
The
University of Hong Kong
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 over 140
academic departments and institutes/centres. There are over 28,000
undergraduate and postgraduate students who are recruited globally, and more
than 2,000 members of academic and academic-related staff coming from
multi-cultural backgrounds, many of whom are internationally renowned.
Tenure-Track
Assistant Professor in Law and History (Ref.: 201800743)
Applications are invited for appointment as
tenure-track Assistant Professor in Law and History in the School of Humanities
(History), to commence on January 1, 2019 or as soon as possible thereafter, on
a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and
consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term
contract.
The Department of History is known for its
collective engagement with methodologies and approaches foregrounding
international, and transnational perspectives, and histories of connections
between Asia and other parts of the world. The Department has existing
concentrations of research expertise on the legal processes and social and
cultural interactions through which the law has been shaped and implemented as
an extension of colonial and imperial power.
Applicants should ideally have a Ph.D.
degree or equivalent. A JD or equivalent law degree would also be desirable.
They should be able to demonstrate a passion for research and a commitment to
the development of an innovative research-led teaching profile. The successful
candidate is expected to develop an excellent research profile, to excel in
undergraduate teaching, contributing to teaching in the Faculty of Arts, to
undertake postgraduate supervision and participate in the administration of the
department. The University and the Hong
Kong Research Grants Council provide substantial competitive funding for
research projects of many kinds. Teaching development grants are also available
to assist with the development of innovative undergraduate courses. Information
about the Department of History can be obtained at http://www.history.hku.hk/.
Enquiries about the post should be sent to Professor David M. Pomfret (e-mail:
pomfretd@hkucc.hku.hk).
A globally competitive remuneration package
commensurate with the appointee’s qualifications and experience will be
offered, as well as annual leave and medical benefits. 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. Housing benefits will be provided
as applicable.
Contact:
Applicants should send a completed
application form and an up-to-date C.V., a writing sample of scholarly work,
evidence of teaching ability (e.g. sample syllabi, student teaching
evaluations), and three reference letters sent by your recommenders to the School
at ap743@hku.hk. Application forms (341/1111) can be downloaded at
http://www.hr.hku.hk/apptunit/form-ext.doc. Further particulars can be found at
http://jobs.hku.hk. Closes September 21,
2018.
The University thanks applicants for their
interest, but advises that only candidates shortlisted for interviews will be
notified of the application result.
The University is committed to diversity
and inclusivity. To promote gender diversity and professional advancement of
women, the Faculty of Arts expressly encourages qualified women to apply.
Website: http://www.hku.hk
Primary Category: Law and Legal History
Secondary Categories: None
Posting Date: 06/22/2018
Closing Date 09/19/2018
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