Hokuriku University

Job Description FACULTY OF SCIENCE  DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE  The Department presently offers BSc, MSc, MPhil, and PhD programmes, and is now seeking outstanding applicants for the following faculty positions on tenure-track.  Assistant Professor (Computer Science) (25260312) The appointees will perform high-impact research, teach and supervise students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and contribute to professional and institutional services. Collaboration with other faculty members in research and teaching is also expected. They will be encouraged to collaborate with colleagues within the Department to contribute to two special thematic applications including (a) health informatics and (b) security and privacy-aware computing, and to pursue new strategic research initiatives under the Department/Faculty/University. Applicants should possess a PhD degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, and sufficiently demonstrate abilities to conduct high quality research in areas including but not limited to: Internet of things, Cyber-security, High-performance computing, Big data analytics, Art technologies and Financial technologies. Applicants should also show strong commitment to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in computer science and/or information systems, possess track record of innovative research and high-impact publications, and be able to bid for and pursue externally-funded research programmes. The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract of three years. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement. For enquiries, please contact Professor Jianliang Xu, Head of Department (email: xujl@comp.hkbu.edu.hk). More information about the Department can be found at www.comp.hkbu.edu.hk. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Procedure: Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System with samples of publications, preferably three best ones out of their most recent publications/works. They should also request two referees to send in confidential letters of reference, with Job Identification number (stated above) quoted on the letters, to the Human Resources Office (Email: recruit@hkbu.edu.hk) direct. Those who are not invited for interview 4 months after the submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. All application materials including publication samples, scholarly/creative works will be disposed of after completion of the recruitment exercise. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the posts advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer. Review of applications is ongoing until the positions are filled.

COLLEGE OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION Established in 2000, the College of International Education (CIE) is a self-funded unit of the Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU), offering full-time Associate Degree (AD), Higher Diploma (HD) and Undergraduate (UG) Honours Degree Programmes at the Shek Mun (Shatin) campus. It is a major education providing unit of the School of Continuing Education (SCE), one of the Faculties/Schools of HKBU. CIE currently enrolls over 3,500 students and is committed to the University’s mission of providing quality whole-person higher education with a Christian heritage. English is used as the medium of instruction at the College. Applications are now invited for the following position: Lecturer I / Lecturer II in Social Work / Counseling Psychology (25260193) Responsibilities: The appointee will be responsible for teaching a diverse range of subjects within the field of social work, counseling psychology and related areas offered by our Sub-degree and Undergraduate programs. Responsibilities include imparting skills and professional knowledge related to these areas, providing academic guidance to students, organising and coordinating experiential learning activities, and assisting in the ongoing review and design of courses and programs. Applicants should maintain strong connections with relevant industries and professional organisations. The role also involves supervising practicum, internship and/or honors projects. Requirements: Applicants should possess a higher degree, preferably at the doctoral level, in a relevant discipline, along with teaching experience. A master's degree will also be considered. Professional qualification as a registered social worker and/or counseling psychologist is required. Fieldwork experience of five or more years is expected. Candidates must demonstrate dedication and a strong commitment to teaching and education, both within and beyond the classroom. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team are essential.  Candidates with less experience will be considered for the post of Lecturer II. Reference salary range:  Lecturer I: HK$51,000 - HK$86,000 Lecturer II: HK$38,000 - HK$53,000 The appointee will work on Shek Mun (Shatin) campus.  The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract ending in August 2027. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Procedure: Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System and send in their most recent teaching evaluation results. Those who are not invited for interview 4 months after the submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. All application materials including publication samples, scholarly/creative works will be disposed of after completion of the recruitment exercise. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer. Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.

SCHOOL OF CONTINUING EDUCATION COLLEGE OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION Established in 2000, the College of International Education (CIE) is a self-funded unit of the Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU), offering full-time Associate Degree (AD), Higher Diploma (HD) and Undergraduate (UG) Honours Degree Programmes at the Shek Mun (Shatin) campus.  It is a major education providing unit of the School of Continuing Education (SCE), one of the Faculties/Schools of HKBU.  CIE currently enrolls over 3,500 students and is committed to the University’s mission of providing quality whole-person higher education with a Christian heritage.  English is used as the medium of instruction at the College.  Applications are now invited for the following position: Lecturer II / Assistant Lecturer in English (23241154)                                                                                            Responsibilities: The appointee is required to perform teaching duties in related disciplines and perform administration duties; provide academic guidance to students; organise and coordinate experiential learning activities for students; and assist in the ongoing review and design of courses and programmes. Requirements: Applicants should have a higher degree, preferably a doctorate in Cultural Studies, Literature and/or Linguistics and at least two years relevant teaching experience at tertiary level.  Applicants must show dedication and strong commitment to teaching and education within and beyond the classroom.  They must also be a good team player with excellent communication skills. Ability to teach both English Language and English Literature will be an advantage.  Applicants should have a strong link with industries and professional bodies and relevant professional qualifications. Candidates with less experience will be considered for the post of Assistant Lecturer. Reference salary range:  Lecturer II                   : HK$38,000 - HK$53,000 Assistant Lecturer        : HK$30,000 - HK$39,000 The appointee will work at the Shek Mun (Shatin) campus.  The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract of two years.  Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Procedure: Applicants are invited to submit their applications to the HKBU e-Recruitment System and send in their most recent teaching evaluation results. Those who are not invited for an interview four months after the submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful.  All application materials including publication samples, scholarly/creative works will be disposed of after completion of the recruitment exercise. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer. Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.