MCLC: UHK comp lit position

[Denton, Kirk]

MCLC LIST
From: mirana m. szeto <mmszeto at hku.hk>
Subject: UHK comp lit position
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Dear colleagues,

We will continue to receive applications until the post is filled.

Yours,

Mirana M. Szeto
University of Hong Kong

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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 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 Faculty¹s 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 at hku.hk).

A globally competitive remuneration package commensurate with the
appointee's 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.

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 at 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
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