Senior Lecturer/Lecturer (Mathematics and Information Technology) (LiPACE) (Ref.: 24000R4) | HK Talent Engage

Job description

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching. HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA.

For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk.

Li Ka Shing School of Professional & Continuing Education (LiPACE) The Li Ka Shing School of Professional and Continuing Education (LiPACE) is one of the seven constituent schools of Hong Kong Metropolitan University. Originally established in 1992 as the Centre for Continuing and Community Education (CCCE) and renamed as LiPACE in 2000, it has carried out its original mission of serving the broadest range of learners in HK. LiPACE is now an established Vocational Professional Education and Training (VPET) provider of full-time post-secondary education and part-time professional and continuing education as well as corporate training. At the same time, it advances non-formal learning through its two flagship programmes for women and senior learners, the Capacity Building Mileage Programme (CBMP) and Elderly Academy at Hong Kong Metropolitan University (EAMU). Over the years, LiPACE has developed into an established and mature post-secondary, continuing and professional education provider which makes an important contribution to the University. It performs complementary but vital roles in fulfilling the University's founding mission of providing education for all, as evidenced by the extensive range of disciplines covered and study levels of its programmes, as well as the diversity in age, nationality and occupation of its learners.

We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the LiPACE:

Senior Lecturer/Lecturer (Mathematics and Information Technology) (LiPACE) (Ref.: 24000R4) Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

• Undertaking teaching and learning activities in Mathematics and Information Technology disciplines/areas;
• Undertaking development, management, operation and promotion of the academic programmes under purview with adherence to the School’s mechanism of quality assurance and registry procedures;
• Providing academic advising and counselling support to students;
• Performing administrative duties at the School and programme levels; and
• Performing any other duties as assigned by the Dean (LiPACE) or his/her nominee.

Candidates
Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

• A Master’s degree in related disciplines;
• Substantial relevant teaching and/or industry experience;
• Being familiar with the latest trend and development of the information technology industry;
• A good team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Good command of English and Chinese (including Putonghua); and
• Candidates having a strong connection with industries and professional bodies are preferred.

The level of appointment depends on the candidate’s academic background, experience and competence in academic leadership, teaching, research, scholarly publications, etc.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment
An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided.

To Apply
Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System:
https://hkmu.taleo.net/careersection/ex_full_time/jobapply.ftl?lang=en&job=24000R4

Closing date of application: 9 May 2024