Faculty Position in Digital Social Science

Beijing Normal University – Hong Kong Baptist University United International College now invites candidates for a part-time position expected to be filled in September 2024:

Faculty Position in Digital Social Science (Ref: FHSS231109)

Job Description

Candidates should be able to teach courses such as “Fundamentals of Database Systems” and “Web Publishing: The Science behind the Content on the Web” to students of the recently established “Digital Social Science” (DGS) major.

Job Requirements

Candidates should have a PhD degree in related disciplines and relevant teaching experience. Successful candidates are expected to be committed to excellence in teaching at undergraduate or postgraduate levels. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrable ability to undertake independent research leading to outcomes with a strong impact. Academic rank will be determined in accordance with successful candidate’s experience and accomplishments. Candidates should be able to manage the Content Management Systems (CMS), SEO, SQL, Relational Database Design, ER relational models, XML database model etc.

Appointment Terms

Appointments to this position will initially be made on a fixed-term contract of one semester or one year. Continuation of appointment beyond the initial term will be subject to mutual agreement.

Closing Date :  March 31, 2024

Application Procedures

*Please complete the job application form and upload the requested documents online https://hrapp.uic.edu.cn/recruit/job/vacancy/JobDetail/839 . An auto-email will be sent out for acknowledging a successful submission.

(All information provided will be treated in strictest confidence.)

*If you failed to submit your application online, please send your application by emailing to [email protected] . Applications should include a curriculum vitae and a completed "Job Application Form" which can be downloaded from https://hro.uic.edu.cn/Job_Opportunities_/Application_Procedure.htm . Please indicate the position being applied for, including the field of expertise, level and reference number.

The College reserves the right not to fill these positions, or to extend the search until suitable candidates are identified or to make an appointment by invitation. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse environment.