Assistant Professor - Chinese at United States International University Africa (USIU)

Assistant Professor Job Key Responsibilities

• Teach Chinese Language & Literature at undergraduate level.
• Support and mentor students in their career endeavors.
• Participate in curriculum development activities to ensure that the programs are up-to-date and marketable.
• Participate in program assessment and reviews.
• Engage in research in one’s area of expertise.
• Engage in service to the University, the profession and to the community.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Assistant Professor Job Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience 

• A graduate or equivalent degree qualification in Chinese or related discipline (Applied Linguistics, Literature) from an accredited University;
• At least 3 years’ teaching/research experience at the university level as a Lecturer/Research Fellow;
• Must have published at least six (6) equivalent publication points as a Lecturer/Research Fellow as per the CUE Standards & Guidelines, 2014;
• Supervised at least four (4) postgraduate students to completion as Lecturer/Research Fellow;
• Been registered by the relevant professional body (Hanban)
• Must have completed and passed H.S.K. Level 5 (Chinese Proficiency Test)

Competencies for the Assistant Professor Job

• Excellent computer background
• Be self-motivated and highly-disciplined
• Good command in the subject area including lesson planning
• Managing ambiguity and emotions
• Managing technological change
• Can read, write and speak Chinese fluently
• Deep understanding of the Chinese culture

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent listening and mediation skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent in Chinese calligraphy