Department of English and Communication
Research Assistant Professor in Language Teaching and Learning (specialising in Generative AI’s teaching and research applications)
(Ref. 240812001)
The Department of English and Communication within the Faculty of Humanities has a long history of conducting cutting-edge research in language and communication and producing high quality graduates for the professional workplace. With a team of around 27 full-time academic staff, our focus areas are professional communication and applied language studies, and we provide teaching to undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes. More information can be obtained through the departmental homepage at http://www.engl.polyu.edu.hk/, including information about our key areas of research at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/engl/research/research-overview/.
The Department is now inviting applications for the captioned position. Priority will be given to applicants with demonstrated record of research in Language Teaching and Learning, specifically in applying Generative AI technologies (e.g. ChatGPT, Midjourney) to English language education and the broader domain of educational technology. Expertise related to Generative AI and materials design, assessment and evaluation, and spoken/written development in the classroom and beyond will be preferred.
Duties
The appointee will be required to:
(a) conduct research as the main duty and actively pursue external research grants, such as General Research Fund, as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator;
(b) provide quality teaching at undergraduate or postgraduate level;
(c) contribute to departmental service; and
(d) perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Department or his/her delegates.
Qualifications
Applicants should:
(a) have a doctoral degree in (Applied) Linguistics, Language Education, Educational Technology, or a related discipline;
(b) preferably have at least two years of postdoctoral research experience;
(c) have demonstrated promise of a high level of creative ability in research and teaching in some subdivisions of their field;
(d) be able to demonstrate effective classroom teaching skills; and
(e) be highly proficient in written and spoken English.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive package including a medical benefits plan and a gratuity payable upon completion of the term which is normally for two to three years initially, with possibility of extension.
Consideration of applications will commence on 12 September 2024 until the position is filled.
Posting date: 12 August 2024