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To post to LINGUIST, use our convenient web form at http://linguistlist.org/posttolinguist.cfm Directory         1.     Appointments Unit (Senior) Human Resource Section , General Linguistics: Professor, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Message 1: General Linguistics: Professor, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Date: 27-Jul-2011 From: Appointments Unit (Senior) Human Resource Section <senrappthku.hk> Subject: General Linguistics: Professor, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: The University of Hong Kong Department: Department of Linguistics Job Location: Pokfulam, Hong Kong Web Address: http://www.hku.hk Job Rank: Professor Specialty Areas: General Linguistics 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 in Linguistics (Ref.: 20110421) The University invites applications from scholars of international distinction for tenure track appointment as Professor in Linguistics in the department of Linguistics, School of Humanities, from as soon as possible. The position is first offered on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and with consideration for tenure during the second fixed-term contract. The successful candidate should have proven research leadership in the field of linguistics with experience in interdisciplinary research, a strong international profile, and an outstanding record of publications that has had an impact on the field. Information about the School can be obtained at http://www.soh.hku.hk/index.html. Information about the department of Linguistics can be obtained at http://www0.hku.hk/linguist/. Enquiries about the post should be sent to Dr. Umberto Ansaldo, Chairperson of the department of Linguistics (e-mail: ansaldohku.hk). Annual salary will be in the range of HK$862,380 - 1,207,920 (approximately US$1 = HK$ 7.8) (subject to review from time to time at the entire discretion of the University). 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 http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/; or from the Appointments Unit (Senior), Human Resource Section, Registry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong (fax: (852) 2540 6735 or 2559 2058; e-mail: senrappthku.hk). Review of applications will commence from October 1, 2011. The position will remain open until filled. Candidates who are not contacted within 6 months of their application date may consider their applications unsuccessful. The University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a No-Smoking Policy. Application Deadline: Open until filled. 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