Post-doctoral Fellow in the Centre for Advancement of Chinese Language Education and Research (CACLER) within the Faculty of Education (Ref.: 201309-03) (for 1 year from as soon as possible, with the possibility of renewal).

Applicants should possess (i) Ph.D. degree in Chinese Language Education or related field, (ii) possess solid statistical and computing skills, and relevant scholarly publications; (iii) be able to communicate effectively both in writing and in oral presentations in Chinese and English language. The appointee will work closely with Dr. Elizabeth K. Y. Loh and conduct research under her supervision in a predominantly independent manner, pursue investigations in the teaching and learning of Chinese as a second language and other related research studies. Responsibilities will include experimental design development; liaison with partnership schools and teachers; data collection, management, analysis and interpretation; and preparation for publications in peer-reviewed journals. Relevant work experience in teaching and learning of Chinese as a second language will have an advantage.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The University places great emphasis on staff development to help staff develop potential, and has in place a variety of development opportunities catered for staff at different stages of career development.

Applicants should send a completed application form together with an up-to-date C.V. to Dr. E.K.Y. Loh via Ms. Vivian Chau (cacler@hku.hk). Application forms (341/1111) can be obtained at http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/form-ext.doc. Further particulars can be obtained at http://jobs.hku.hk/. Review of applications will continue until September 21, 2013. The University thanks applicants for their interest, but advises that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the application result.