Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Applied Translation Studies (Ref: FHSS241104)

UIC now invites
applications and nominations for an open rank faculty position in Applied
Translation Studies, with an expected start
date in early February 2025:

Candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas are
welcome to apply: 

• 
  Digital humanities and intercultural
  studies
• 
  Digital translation studies and language technology
• 
  Chinese-English translation and
  interpreting theories and practice

The appointee is
expected to be committed to excellence in both research and teaching through
conducting quality and innovative research as well as teaching and supervising
students at undergraduate or postgraduate levels. The appointee may also
undertake administrative duties as appropriate to the appointment.

Job Description

1. Conduct
cutting-edge and high-impact research in translation and intercultural studies,
preferably interdisciplinary research with potential for relating such research
to digital humanities and innovative technology;

2. Teach courses in
translation theories, intercultural communication, advanced translation
practice, translation technology;

3. Supervise students
at undergraduate or postgraduate levels;

4. Perform
administrative duties as required, including curriculum reform and development,
student activities, and programme management.

Job Requirement 

Applicants should
have:

1. A PhD degree in a relevant
discipline;

2. Substantial
post-qualification work experience and an excellent track record of
academic/professional achievements;

3. Strong commitment
to excellence in scholarship, teaching, and professional service;

4. Native or
near-native proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin) and English;

5. Preferably
professional experience in language service and technology. 

Preference will be
given to candidates with demonstrated academic leadership, strong commitment to
the highest standard of excellence, and an excellent track record in
interdisciplinary research that bridges humanities with innovative technology.
Excellent teaching and professional experience in translation and intercultural
communication, as well as sound knowledge in AI technology and proficiency in
relevant application to practice would be advantages. Academic rank will be
determined in accordance with successful candidate’s experience and
accomplishments.

Benefits 

Salary will be
commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience. Fringe benefits include
housing allowance, leave and social insurance. 

Appointment Terms

Appointment to this
position will initially be made on a fixed-term contract with mutual agreement.

All application
materials should be submitted in English.

Closing Date: December 31,
2024

The College reserves
the right not to fill this position, or to extend the search until suitable
candidates are identified or to make an appointment by invitation. We are an
equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse environment.