Xi'an Jiaotong - Liverpool University – Urban Planning and Design
School: Design School
Contract Type: Fixed-term, renewable. 3rd contract is open-ended
ABOUT XJTLU
In 2006 Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) was created by the University of Liverpool and Xi’an Jiaotong University – a top 10 university in China. Offering a unique international education experience, XJTLU brings together excellent research practice and expertise from both institutions and gives students the skills and knowledge they need to secure careers in a global marketplace. XJTLU now has over 25,000 enrolled students in both Suzhou and Liverpool in the UK, with plans to grow to about 28,000 students by 2025. There are currently about 2,000 staff, among which about 1,000 academic staff, with an almost even split between citizens of the People’s Republic of China and international passport holders. XJTLU offers our undergraduates and postgraduates over 100 programmes with a diverse spectrum of courses.
XJTLU is entering a new and exciting phase of its development as part of its strategic priorities for the next 10 years. Adopting a new higher education model based on the concept of Syntegrative Education (SE), XJTLU is currently opening a new Entrepreneurial Education site in Taicang, part of wider Suzhou, where the Entrepreneur College (Taicang) is located. The Taicang site will be a pioneer of, and educational model for, the future campus in addressing challenges arising from the 4th Industrial Revolution. Other new initiatives include new working partnerships with Xi’an Jiaotong University, the continued development of the four new Academies, and exploration of further potential locations to develop the SE model.
With a focus on innovative learning and teaching, and research, XJTLU draws on the strengths of its parent universities, and plays a pivotal role in facilitating access to China for UK and other institutional partners. At the same time, XJTLU continues to explore future opportunities by blending both western and eastern educational theory and best practices.
For detailed information about the university, please visit www.xjtlu.edu.cn
ABOUT URBAN PLANNING AND DESIGN DEPARTMENT (UPD)
The Department of Urban Planning and Design at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University is unique and dynamic. Initially built on the foundation of the University of Liverpool’s Civic Design department (established in 1908), the Department of Urban Planning and Design at XJTLU has grown into a truly international department that marries the best of urban planning and design theory and practices from around the world to the specificities of practice in rapidly urbanising China. Our international and interdisciplinary mix of academic staff, and their wide range of professional and academic experience, makes for a lively intellectual atmosphere that nourishes staff and students alike.
The Department of Urban Planning and Design sets out to offer a globally competitive, professional planning and urban design programme unique in its focus on both local Chinese and international planning and urban design policy and practice. Research areas include urbanisation and urban regeneration in China, heritage and landscape conservation, local identity, migration and regional restructuring, smart cities, and participatory systems of planning.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Department seeks to appoint faculty positions who will bring together interdisciplinary expertise in urban planning and design to advance future programmes and collaborations within Design School and maintain an active pedagogic profile in the field of urban planning and design.
The successful candidate will be expected to deliver lectures and tutorials across all years of the undergraduate and postgraduate programmes; to supervise undergraduate, master’s and potentially doctoral dissertations. Senior positions are expected to contribute to the research activities of the Department greatly. Those include the publication of research articles, the development of external research collaboration, and applications for research funding.
As the current round of recruitment opens for multiple positions, all urban planning and design fields will be given full consideration. The successful candidates will be dedicated to enhancing interdisciplinary education and contributing to diverse urban planning and design subject areas.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCES
The successful applicant to more senior professorial ranks is also expected to show:
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
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 that candidates over 65 may not be eligible for a work visa in P.R. China.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
SALARY: Competitive salary in the market
BENEFITS
1. Allowance: XJTLU provide various month/annual/one-off allowances as
2. Commercial insurance: International insurance plans customised for XJTLU staff and family members. (details refer to the University Policy)
3. Paid holidays:
4. Working visa and residence permit in China: XJTLU sponsors working visa and residence permit in China for the staff.
Research Funding Support
The university provides every new faculty members with Research Development Fund to encourage them to initiate research projects, and Research Engagement Fund provided to support their continuous research activities.
The university will also support all faculty members to apply for national, province and city level programs. These programs aim to support excellent scientists, both Chinese and non-Chinese-citizen, to work and carry out research in China.
Some of the programs are listed in the table below. The successful application is based on the applicant’s educational background, academic/research field, research achievements, working experience, etc. The university will provide full support on the applications.
Talent/Research Program
Fund
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your application on our university website
Applications should be received by the closing date, however, earlier submissions are encouraged as the submitted applications will be reviewed regularly.
Applications must be submitted in a single pdf file that includes 3 parts in the order of:
Teaching and/or project portfolio is also acceptable as an additional attachment (please email to Xinyun.Yang@xjtlu.edu.cn).
For specific enquiries relating to the position, please email Xinyun.Yang@xjtlu.edu.cn.
Location: | Suzhou - China |
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Salary: | Competitive |
Hours: | Full Time |
Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
Placed On: | 6th April 2023 |
Closes: | 5th June 2023 |
Job Ref: | 3259 |