Lecturer / Senior Lecturer (English)

Job Posting Details 

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is a world-renowned, international research university in Hong Kong.  The Center for Language Education invites applications for teaching-track faculty position at the rank of Lecturer or Senior Lecturer. 

Applicants are invited to specify whether they would like to be considered at Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level.  Level of appointment will be determined based on experience in administrative leadership and track record of scholarly output.  

The appointee is required to teach a range of courses in English for Academic Purposes (EAP), English for Specific Purposes (ESP) and communication skills for undergraduate and postgraduate students.  As a full teaching-track faculty member, the appointee is expected to contribute to the academic life of the Center by engaging in scholarship of teaching and learning.  Competence in using technology for teaching is expected.  Applications are particularly welcome from teachers with expertise in discipline-related English, intercultural communication, blended learning, assessment or teaching advanced learners. 

Applicants should have a first degree and a master’s degree in TESOL, applied linguistics or language education and preferably a recognized language teaching qualification.  They should also have experiences in teaching English as a second/foreign language at tertiary/senior secondary level.  (Duration: 2 years) 

For more information about the Center, please visit https://cle.hkust.edu.hk/. 

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided.  A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract. 

Application Procedure

In support of a green work environment, we accept applications submitted online only.  To apply, please complete an online application form through the HKUST Careers website (please click 'Apply') and return it online to the Human Resources Office.  Review of applications will begin on Monday, 11 October 2021 and will continue until the position is filled.  Applicants will receive an acknowledgement by email upon successful submission.  We thank applicants for their interest, but advise that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application.

(Information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes only.) 

HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.