[Buddha-l] Position Buddhist Studies, Univ. of Hong Kong, Asst Prof

[jkirk]

In case anyone can use this. I heard from a colleague who worked there for a 
few years that the bureaucracy situation is pretty difficult there, so far 
as innovating pedagogically. Joanna
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> December 11, 2006
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> Position: Buddhist Studies, Assistant Professor, University of Hong Kong
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> From: H-Net Job Guide:
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> University of Hong Kong - Assistant Professor in the Centre of Buddhist 
> Studies
>
> Location: Hong Kong
> Institution Type: College/University
> Position Type: Assistant Professor
> Submitted: Monday, December 11th, 2006
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> Main Category: Religious Studies
> Secondary Categories:   None
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>
> The University of Hong Kong is at the international forefront of higher 
> learning and research, with more than 100 teaching departments and 
> sub-divisions of studies, and more than 60 research institutes and 
> centres. It has over 20,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students from 
> 48 countries. English is the medium of instruction. The University is 
> committed to international standards for excellence in scholarship and 
> research.
>
> Assistant Professor in the Centre of Buddhist Studies (Ref.: 
> RF-2006/2007-280)
>
> Applications are invited for appointment as Assistant Professor in the 
> Centre of Buddhist Studies, tenable from September 1, 2007 or as soon as 
> possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal.
>
> Applicants must possess a Ph.D. degree, with at least 2 years' teaching 
> experience in a recognized tertiary institution, have the ability to 
> direct research activity and supervise postgraduate students, and have an 
> established research and publications record. Area of specialization is 
> Indian and Chinese Buddhism. Candidates must have knowledge of both 
> Mahayana and Theravada Buddhism, and be able to read classical Chinese 
> Buddhist scriptures and preferably possess knowledge of Sanskrit and Pali 
> for research purposes. Further information about the Centre can be 
> obtained at http://www.buddhism.hku.hk/.
>
> Applicants should submit a completed University application form, a 
> curriculum vitae, writing sample, evidence of teaching excellence, and 
> arrange to have three confidential reference reports sent directly by the 
> referees to the Assistant Registrar (Appointments), Human Resource 
> Section, Registry, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong.
>
> Starting annual salary for Assistant Professorship is around HK$451,980 
> (approx. US$1=HK$7.8) (subject to review from time to time at the entire 
> discretion of the University). At current rates, salaries tax does not 
> exceed 16% of gross income. 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.
>
> Further particulars and application forms (272/302 amended) can be 
> obtained at https://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: 
> apptunit at hkucc.hku.hk). Closes December 31, 2006.
>
> The University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a 
> No-Smoking Policy
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>
>
> Contact Info:
> The Appointments Unit (Senior), Human Resource Section, Registry, The 
> University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong (fax (852) 2540 6735 or 2559 2058; 
> e-mail: apptunit at hkucc.hku.hk)
> Website: http://www.buddhism.hku.hk/
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