School: School of Science
Department: Health & Environmental Science
Job type: Academic leadership role, 3-year s administrative appointment, renewable once (total 6 years). However, upon completion of the administrative service, an open-ended faculty appointment may be offered with mutual agreement
Location: Suzhou, China
Contract Type: Fixed-term, renewable. 3rd contract is open-ended
UNIVERSITY AND DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
ABOUT XJTLU
In 2006 Xi an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) was created by the University of Liverpool and Xi an Jiaotong University a top ten university in China. Offering a unique international education experience, XJTLU brings together excellent research practice and expertise from both institutions and gives students the skills and knowledge they need to secure careers in a global marketplace. XJTLU now has over 25,000 enrolled students in both Suzhou and Liverpool in the UK, with plans to grow to about 28,000 students by 2025. There are currently about 2,000 staff, among which about 1,000 academic staff, with an almost even split between citizens of the People s Republic of China and international passport holders. XJTLU offers our undergraduates and postgraduates over 100 programmes with a diverse spectrum of courses.
XJTLU is entering a new and exciting phase of its development as part of its strategic priorities for the next ten years. Adopting a new higher education model based on the concept of Syntegrative Education (SE), XJTLU is currently opening a new Entrepreneurial Education site in Taicang, part of wider Suzhou, where the Entrepreneur College (Taicang) is located. The Taicang site will be a pioneer of, and educational model for, the future campus in addressing challenges arising from the 4th Industrial Revolution. Other new initiatives include new working partnerships with Xi an Jiaotong University, the continued development of the four new Academies, and exploration of further potential locations to develop the SE model.
With a focus on innovative learning and teaching, and research, XJTLU draws on the strengths of its parent universities, and plays a pivotal role in facilitating access to China for UK and other institutional partners. At same time, XJTLU is exploring future education by blending the educational theory, best practice and culture from west and east.
For detailed information about the university, please visit www.xjtlu.edu.cn.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The Department of Health & Environmental Science was established in 2017. Our international department has 21 academic staff actively engaged in high quality teaching and research. The Department currently delivers a BSc, MRes and PhD programmes in Environmental Sciences. The programme combines biology, chemistry, earth sciences, mathematical, statistical and GIS methods into one subject. Specialized teams of experts work in biogeochemistry and environmental chemistry; soil, plant and animal ecology; physical geography and geomorphology and environmental pollution. The BSc in Environmental Sciences programme has two streams: Environmental Pollution and Ecology. The mission of the Department of Health and Environmental Science is to prepare students and advance the frontiers of research in the health and environmental science through outstanding undergraduate and graduate programmes, research and professional experiences, interactive field work and state-of-the-art facilities. The ambition of the Department of Health & Environmental Science is to establish itself as a leading centre for research and teaching.
For more information:
https://www.xjtlu.edu.cn/en/study/departments/school-of-science/health-and-environmental-sciences
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The position of Head of Department [HoD] is crucial to the effective operation of XJTLU. Departments are the fundamental building blocks of the School and University, and the Head is a critically important communication link between the School and University and the individual members of academic staff. The HoD is responsible to the Dean of their School and the Vice President for Academic Affairs for the entire operation and performance of the department and the professional behaviour of each individual member of staff. The HoD is a key leader, manager, and administrator without whom the university cannot function.
Qualified candidates should have a relevant PhD degree with substantial high-quality publications and competitive grant records, recognised status as an international leader in the field, and a record of successful academic leadership. The research achievements of the Department have gained national and international recognition, and the next HoD will be expected to build on this success to further elevate the Department as one of the leaders in the field. The term of appointment is three years.
Position Leadership
Position Administration
Position Management
Position Key Relationship
RESPONSIBILITIES
The HoD is responsible to the Dean of their School and the Vice President Academic Affairs for the academic development of the department. This includes research performance, teaching delivery, and outreach activities.
CITIZENSHIP AND VISA REGULATIONS
Employment at Xi an Jiaotong-Liverpool University is regulated by Chinese Labour Laws, and must comply with the regulations of the provincial government. These regulations stipulate who is eligible for legal employment with regard to obtaining work permits and visas. Please be advised candidates over 65 may be not eligible for a work visa in the P.R. China.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
SALARY: Competitive salary in the market
BENEFITS:
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your application Online through the link below: https://career15.sapsf.cn/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=3310&company=xjtlu
Applications must be submitted in a single pdf file that includes three (3) parts in the order of:
For general enquiries, please email Dean, School of Science Professor John Moraros at
[email protected] or the HR Representative, Ms. Zhi Yang at [email protected] Please quote the position and job ID in your enquiry.
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