Professor in New Media, Communication and Cultural Studies

University of Nottingham Ningbo China

School of International Communications

Opportunities at the University of Nottingham in Ningbo China

University of Nottingham Ningbo China is seeking to recruit a Professor in New Media, Communication and Cultural Studies in School of International Communications. 

Your Responsibility 

Your key responsibilities include:

• Carry out internationally leading research and scholarship and develop research directions in line with the University strategy. Enhance UNNC’S international standing in research and educational excellence related to the field.
• Lead and support funding bids that develop and sustain research support for the specialist area and advance the reputation of the academic unit and the University
• Contribute to the School’s curriculum development and delivery in relevant areas at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.
• Further enhance the School’s research and teaching culture by leading on relevant initiatives internally and externally.
• Lead and develop internal and external networks to foster collaboration, share information and ideas and promote the subject and the University.
• Contribute to the running and strategic direction and development of the University through designated committees or project activities.

About You

• PhD in relevant subject area or the equivalent in professional qualifications and experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with clarity on complex information.
• Ability to creatively apply relevant approaches to teaching and learning support.
• Ability to assess and organise resource requirements and deploy effectively.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment. 

About Us

Join a unique British University in China. The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in China. Located in Ningbo, this award-winning campus offering a UK style education has grown to establish a student body of over 9,000 in just 20 years.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the School of International Communications at the University of Nottingham Ningbo China, a top recognized Media and Communication School in China and Asia. The school excels in teaching, social impact, and interdisciplinary studies and is affiliated to the Department of Culture, Media and Visual Studies at the Nottingham UK campus.

Research at the School of International Communications is vibrant and multi-disciplinary. Our dynamic and collegial team is active in the fields of media and communication studies, film and television studies, journalism, mobile studies, and game studies. Our academics publish in highly-rated international journals and are the recipients of various international awards for teaching and research.

Your Remuneration, Benefits and Support

This is a regular post that you will be offered a fixed term contract initially of 5 years with a probation of 6 months with University of Nottingham Ningbo China with effect from February 2025 or as soon as thereafter. We are committed to providing competitive employment packages while supporting the wellbeing of our staff to help them reach their full potential.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit an application via our on-line application system before 23:59 Beijing Time, 27 September 2024 

Only on-line applications made will be accepted. Referees will be contacted prior to interview and interviews will take place in Ningbo China. 

Informal enquires may be addressed to Dr Filippo Gilardi,Head of the School of International Communications, email: filippo.gilardi@nottingham.edu.cn. Please note that applications sent directly to this address will not be accepted. Applications must be submitted on-line. If you are unable to apply on-line please contact the Human Resources Office, Tel: 86 574 88180000-8854.  

Equality and Diversity

University of Nottingham Ningbo China is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our intention to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential, regardless of gender, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age, socio-economic background, disability, religious or political beliefs, trade union membership, family circumstances, sexual orientation or other irrelevant distinction.