The successful applicant 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. The successful applicant to more senior professorial ranks is 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:
  • Essentials of Translation and Interpreting; Basic Translation Skills; Language Studies for Translation; Translation: Theory and Practice; 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. 

Deadline for applications: 20 May 2022

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