Academic Leader in Media and Communication

4 weeks ago


Nanjing, Jiangsu, China InsideHigherEd Full time
About the Department

The Department of Media and Communication is a dynamic and innovative academic centre dedicated to exploring the complexities of media, communication, and their impacts on society.

The department offers BA, MSc and PhD programs, with a curriculum of a diverse array of topics, including media theory, multimedia journalism, digital media production, advertising, public relations, cultural studies and beyond, all designed to equip students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for success in the rapidly evolving fields of media and communication.

Responsibilities

We are seeking appointees at the associate professor level and above, with strong evidence of leadership in research and teaching in media and communication studies, specializing in journalism, digital media, cultural creative industries, advertising, screen studies, or cultural studies. Experience in service is prioritized.

The appointees are expected to perform the following duties:

  • Publish high-quality research on media and communication or practice-based research leading to high-quality academic outputs, including in refereed journals
  • Apply for internal and external grants
  • Enable and empower colleagues to conduct research activities
  • Coordinate and deliver courses in the department s existing programs
  • Contribute/lead curriculum development, esp, in the AI enhancement of education
  • Mentor junior colleagues in research, teaching and service
  • Supervise the research projects of undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD students
  • Advise students of all levels
  • Provide service to the Department, School and University, and the wider scholarly community
Qualifications/Experiences

The department welcomes applications from prospective colleagues at the following levels of experience:

Associate professor: Open to experienced candidates that have developed an internationally recognized research profile, as evidenced, for example, by publication in international peer reviewed journals, research grant income, and supervision of doctoral students to completion. Candidates should also have a well-developed teaching profile, with evidence of external recognition and teaching innovation. Candidates should have strong evidence of leadership in departmental and university contexts.

Senior associate professor: Open to candidates with an internationally established and recognized research profile, demonstrating sustained output in leading international peer-reviewed journals, repeated research grant income, and regular supervision of doctoral students. Candidates should be experienced university teachers with a well-developed teaching portfolio, with evidence of external recognition and teaching innovation. Candidates should demonstrate extensive experience in leading the development of research and teaching strategy in departmental and university contexts.

Professor: Open to candidates with significant experience in international higher education, an exceptional publication record for discipline, outstanding record of external grant application, and successful supervision of doctoral students. The candidate should also demonstrate extensive experience in leading the development of research and teaching strategy in departmental and university contexts.

Desirable Qualifications/Experience
  • Engagement with professional community
  • The attitude and ability to engage in continuous professional development
  • Cross-cultural sensitivity
  • Familiarity with China and Chinese higher education
  • Familiarity with the British system of higher education
Career Development
  • Clear career development path with annual review
  • Professional development trainings are provided
Compensation & Benefits

SALARY: Competitive salary in the market

BENEFITS

  1. Allowance: XJTLU provide various month/annual/one-off allowances as
  1. Commercial insurance: international insurance plans customized for XJTLU staff and family members. (details refer to the University Policy)
  2. Paid holidays:
  1. Statutory Holidays (11 days)
  2. Annual Leave (36 days)
  3. Family Matters Leave
  4. Paid Sick Leave
  5. Marriage Leave
  6. Paternity Leave
  7. Parental leave
  1. Working visa and residence permit in China: XJTLU sponsors working visa and residence permit in China for the staff


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