Language Lecturer in Japanese

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Applications are invited for Japanese language teaching positions in the School of Language at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU). Candidates are sought as soon thereafter as possible. Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis.
There will be opportunities for Japanese language lecturer to be involved in a range of different types of delivery, including:
• Compulsory credit-bearing Japanese language modules on the university’s “International Business with a Language” BA degree programme, which allows students to study Japanese continuously through their degree up to CEFR B2 level
• Optional credit-bearing Japanese language modules available to undergraduate students
• Out-of-class Japanese language support activities
As we expand the Japanese language offering at XJTLU we would also look to offer the following in future:
• Japanese language courses that are an optional component of postgraduate degrees
• Coordination of content for an overseas summer Japanese immersion programme in Japan
• Non credit-bearing JPLT focused courses
There will also be the opportunity for a member of the Japanese teaching team to take on a managerial role with responsibility for the coordination and leadership of the Japanese teaching programmes. Additionally, there are opportunities for all staff to develop their careers by taking on wider managerial and administrative roles, as well as by contributing to both School of Language and university-level committees. All managerial, administrative and committee roles are appointed to on a fixed-term basis, thus providing all staff members with a range of options to take on responsibilities in areas that interest them.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

Successful applicants should be educated to Master’s degree level in a relevant area (e.g. Teaching Japanese as a Foreign Language), and should have at least two years of post-master’s relevant teaching experience, preferably at university level.
Additionally, applicants should have a good standard of written and spoken English, as this is the working language of the university.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
We are particularly interested in receiving applications from teachers with experience of communication-focused learning/teaching, using highly interactive textbooks or materials. Applicants who can demonstrate an interest in the following areas: Technology enhanced learning; Assessment, syllabus and materials design; Student-centred learning; Autonomous learning are also particularly welcome. Having been involved in establishing Japanese programmes at an early stage of their development is an advantage.

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 60 may be not eligible for a work visa in the P.R. China.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT
1. Clear career development path with annual review.
2. Professional development trainings are provided.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
SALARY: Competitive salary in the market
BENEFITS:
1. Allowance: XJTLU provide various month/annual/one-off allowances as
o Housing allowance
o Travel allowance
o Kids’ education allowance
o Relocation allowance
o Etc.
2. Commercial insurance: international insurance plans customized for XJTLU
staff and family members. (details refer to the University Policy)
3. Paid holidays:
o Statutory Holidays (11 days)
o Annual Leave (36 days)
o Family Matters Leave
o Paid Sick Leave
o Marriage Leave
o Paternity Leave
o Parental Leave
o Etc.
4. Working visa and residence permit in China:
XJTLU sponsors working visa and residence permit in China for the staff.

Applications must be submitted in a single pdf file that includes 3 parts in the order of:
• A cover letter
• A current CV, including date of birth, country of citizenship, and highest degree
level
• Three References
For specific enquiries relating to the position, please email Head of JapaneseDivision at Mika.Takewa@xjtlu.edu.cn. Please quote the position and job ID in your enquiry. For specific enquiries relating to online application, please email HRBP at xue.wang@xjtlu.edu.cn