Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool position

Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University position
Lecturer/Assistant Professor/Associate Professor in Translation and Interpreting

The Department of Translation and Interpreting at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University is opening a position of full-time Lecturer/Assistant Professor/Associate Professor in Translation and Interpreting.

The successful applicants for the advertised positions will be expected to coordinate and deliver modules in the fields of translation and interpreting studies; to supervise students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels; to contribute to the further development of a high-quality curriculum and assessment practices in the department; to produce high quality research and publications of international excellence; and to participate in the administration and development of the Department of Translation and Interpreting, the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, or the University. Successful applicants to more senior professorial ranks are expected to also provide leadership at departmental, school and university levels in teaching, research, and service.

The main duties and responsibilities of the post holder are as follows:

  • To deliver undergraduate modules in the areas of practical translation, translation theory, specialised translation, and/or interpreting. Specially, the successful candidate should be able to contribute to at least two of the following modules:
  • Introduction to Translation and Interpreting; Essentials of Translation and Interpreting; Basic Translation Skills; Language Studies for Translation; Translation: Theory and Practice; Literary Translation; Translation and Culture; Translation and Journalism; Sight Translation; Liaison Interpreting; Interpreting; Conference Interpreting.
  • To contribute to the design, development, planning and implementation of a high-quality curriculum and assessment activities.
  • To supervise or assist with supervision of undergraduate and/or research graduate (PhD) students.
  • To produce research and publications of international excellence.
  • To obtain internal and external research funding support.
  • To engage with the broader scholarly and professional communities.
  • To take on administrative responsibilities in the Department and/or School.
  • To contribute to departmental, School, or University-wide committees or working groups as requested.
  • To maintain own continuing professional development.
  • To actively follow and promote XJTLU policies.

Personal Attributes

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Evidence of departmental citizenship and teamwork.
  • The ability to adapt to institutional changes, identify desirable outcomes and achieve goals with a specified timeframe.

Essential Qualifications/Experiences

  • PhD in Translation and Interpreting Studies, or a relevant related discipline.
  • A strong knowledge of the subject area combined with a broad subject background enabling contributions to teaching programmes.
  • Evidence of ability to teach and design modules at undergraduate and postgraduate level in areas offered by the department.
  • Proven record of ability to conduct good quality research in translation and interpreting studies, or interdisciplinary areas.
  • Evidence of a clear research, funding, and publication strategy.
  • Additionally, candidates seeking the position of Associate Professor will have published in leading journals, will have a track record of PhD supervision to completion, and will demonstrate evidence of successful research grant applications and networking. A willingness to take a leading role in the department will be viewed favourably.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Experience with academic programme management and curriculum design.
  • Experience of practical translation and interpreting experience.
  • Cross-cultural sensitivity.
  • Familiarity with China and Chinese higher education.
  • Familiarity with the British system of higher education.
  • Capacity and willingness to engage with the broader scholarly and professional communities.

To Apply

Please send your application online by 20th June 2022.

https://career15.sapsf.cn/career?career_company=xjtlu

Applications must be submitted in a single pdf file that includes 3 parts in the order of:

  • A cover letter
  • A current CV, including date of birth, country of citizenship, and highest degree level
  • Contact Details for Three References

For specific enquiries relating to the position, please email Head of Department, Dr Wan Hu at Wan.Hu@xjtlu.edu.cn. Informal enquiries may be addressed to HRBP Wenyu Pu at Wenyu.Pu@xjtlu.edu.cn. Please quote the position and job ID (2723) in your enquiry.

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