Xi'an Jiaotong - Liverpool University – Department of International Studies
SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
LOCATION: SIP Campus
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 SCHOOL AND THE DEPARTMENT
The School of Humanities and Social Sciences was established in September 2020 to research and educate across different disciplines in humanities and social sciences. The school, supported by over 100 academic staff from more than 15 countries, consists of five academic departments: International Studies, China Studies, Media and Communication, Applied Linguistics, and Literary and Translation Studies.
The school offers a wide range of degree programmes including undergraduate, postgraduate, PhD, as well as international visiting and exchange student programmes. The school hosts the Year in China programme of the University of Liverpool.
The Department of International Studies at XJTLU was established in 2018. Sitting in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, it aims to be a leading provider of international studies education and research. Our growing department is staffed by research active scholars from all over the world, including South Korea, Australia, Cameroon, Canada, China, Sweden, Croatia, Italy, Greece, Germany, and the United Kingdom. The department offers a BA and an MA in International Relations, and an MA in International Business and Global Affairs, and welcomes students from all over the world. Please read further about our research, teaching, and programmes by exploring the department ’ s website .
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION
The position of Head of Department [HoD] is crucial to the effective operation of the SIP Campus at XJTLU. Departments are the fundamental building blocks of the SIP Campus of the university, and the HoD is the most important communication link between the university and the individual member of academic staff. The HoD reports to the Dean of their School and the Vice President for Academic Affairs for the entire operation of the department and the professional behaviour of each individual member of staff. The HoD is a key leader, manager, and administrator without which the university cannot function. The term of appointment is three years.
Leadership
Administration and Management
- Strategic and annual planning
- Individual staff work allocation
- Budget development and expenditure
- Financial approvals for expenditure from departmental budget
- Ensuring teaching and research quality and standards are upheld
- Staff appointments; identifying need, defining the specification and justification, organizing recruitment, overseeing interview panel arrangements, and recommending appointment
- Staff mentoring and staff Professional Development Reviews
- Staff disciplinary issues
- Student disciplinary issues and complaints
- Assignments of administrative duties to other staff
- Implementation of staff attendance and absence policy
- Dissemination of information regarding the development of the university, especially changes to policy, university regulations, and issues discussed at the HoD Group.
- Ensuring that the requirements of PRC legislation and XJTLU regulation on Health and Safety are all met.
Key relationships
Evaluation
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
We are looking for someone with the ambition, creativity and organizational skills to succeed in an exciting environment of continued growth and significant change. Applicants should:
- Be educated to PhD degree level in one of the academic disciplines of the Department of International Studies.
- Have at least five years of teaching experience at university level.
- Successful record of higher education administrative and managerial experience, including effective line management and team building, as well as strategic planning and budget management.
- Substantial experience with programme development and curriculum design.
- PhD supervision experience.
- Exceptional publication record for discipline.
- Outstanding record of external grant applications.
- Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (e.g. HEA Fellow status) or equivalent.
- A demonstrated commitment to education excellence.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
- Significant experience in international higher education.
- Cross-cultural sensitivity.
- Familiarity with China and Chinese higher education.
- Familiarity with the British system of higher education.
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.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
SALARY: Competitive salary in the market
BENEFITS
1 Allowance: XJTLU provide various month/annual/one-off allowances as
- Housing allowance
- Travel allowance
- Relocation allowance
- Children’s education allowance
2. Commercial insurance: international insurance plans customized for XJTLU staff and family members. (details refer to the University Policy)
3. Paid holidays:
- Statutory Holidays (11 days)
- Annual Leave (36 days)
- Family Matters Leave
- Paid Sick Leave
- Marriage Leave
- Paternity Leave
- Parental leave
4. Working visa and residence permit in China: XJTLU sponsors working visa and residence permit in China for the staff.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your application on our university website.
Applications must be submitted in a single pdf file that includes 3 parts in the order of:
- A cover letter
- A current CV, including country of citizenship, and highest degree level
- Contact Details for Three References
Informal enquiries about the position and the School may be addressed to the Dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Prof Beibei Tang [email protected]
For specific enquiries relating to the position, please email [email protected] .
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