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To post to LINGUIST, use our convenient web form at http://linguistlist.org/posttolinguist.cfm Directory         1.     The Appointments Unit (Senior) , General Linguistics: Professor/Associate Professor, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Message 1: General Linguistics: Professor/Associate Professor, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Date: 16-Nov-2010 From: The Appointments Unit (Senior) <senrappthku.hk> Subject: General Linguistics: Professor/Associate Professor, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: The University of Hong Kong Department: Linguistics Job Location: Pokfulam, Hong Kong Web Address: http://www.hku.hk/linguist/ Job Rank: Professor/Associate Professor Specialty Areas: General Linguistics; Psycholinguistics; Neurolinguistics Description: Founded in 1911, The University of Hong Kong is committed to the highest international standards of excellence in teaching and research, and has been at the international forefront of academic scholarship for many years. Ranked 21st among the top 200 universities in the world by the UK's Times Higher Education, the University has a comprehensive range of study programmes and research disciplines spread across 10 faculties and about 100 sub-divisions of studies and learning. There are over 23,400 undergraduate and postgraduate students coming from 50 countries, and more than 1,200 members of academic and academic-related staff, many of whom are internationally renowned. Professor/Associate Professor in Linguistics (Ref.: 20100743) Applications are invited for appointment as Professor/Associate Professor in Linguistics in the School of Humanities (Linguistics), from September 1, 2011 or as soon as possible thereafter, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal, with consideration for tenure after satisfactory completion of a second fixed-term contract. Applicants should have specialization in one or two subfields of linguistics (including but not limited to Phonology, Morphology, Syntax, Semantics, Psycholinguistics, and Neurolinguistics). A strong interest in interdisciplinary research is required. In particular, candidates able to contribute to research in general linguistics, psycholinguistics and neurolinguistics are strongly encouraged. Information about the School can be obtained at http://humanities.hku.hk/. Information about the department of Linguistics can be obtained at the URL above. Enquiries about the post should be sent to Dr. Adams Bodomo, chairperson of the department of Linguistics (e-mail: abbodomohku.hk). Annual salaries will be in the following ranges (subject to review from time to time at the entire discretion of the University): Professor : HK$862,380 - 1,207,920 Associate Professor : HK$636,420 - 984,180 (approximately US$1 = HK$7.8) Applicants should indicate clearly the reference number and which level they wish to be considered for. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary, as well as leave, and medical/dental benefits. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. Further particulars and application forms (152/708) can be obtained at the application URL below, from the address or email address below, or by fax: (852) 2540 6735 or 2559 2058. Closes February 28, 2011. Candidates who are not contacted within 6 months of the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful. The University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a No-Smoking Policy. Application Deadline: 28-Feb-2011 Mailing Address for Applications: Appointments Unit (Senior) Human Resource Section Registry The University of Hong Kong Pokfulam Hong Kong Email Address for Applications: senrappthku.hk Web Address for Applications: http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/ Contact Information: The Appointments Unit (Senior) Email: senrappthku.hk Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 17-Nov-2010       About LINGUIST    |   Contact Us       While the LINGUIST List makes every effort to ensure the linguistic relevance of sites listed on its pages, it cannot vouch for their contents.