HONG KONG BAPTIST UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS
ACADEMY OF VISUAL ARTS
Professor and Director of Visual Arts (PR0373/22-23)
Overview
The Academy of Visual Arts (AVA) is the first university academy of its kind in Hong Kong, providing visual arts undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree programmes linked to international exchange and the fast-growing creative industries.
AVA is committed to nurturing creative and professional talents of international renown and strives to provide the very best in visual arts education, combining studio-based research, critical and historical studies and sustainable service for the cultural and creative sectors as well as for the community at large.
Further information about AVA can be found on the website
at https://ava.hkbu.edu.hk.
Details about HKBU can be found on the website
at https://www.hkbu.edu.hk/en.html.
Details of the post
The Director will be responsible for further strengthening the Academy's international networks and academic reputation through shaping it into an internationally competitive institution. The candidate should be deeply committed to promoting excellence in all aspects of the Academy's academic activities including teaching, research, and knowledge transfer. The appointee will ensure alignment with international practices and standards of the field and current trends. A candidate who can further the research excellence of the Academy and promote transdisciplinary teaching and research in the areas such as arts and technology is highly favored.
The desired candidate should be a world-leading artist and scholar who can demonstrate a track record of successful academic leadership in a large comprehensive public university setting, display high esteem, outstanding research impact/creative excellence in terms of its reach and significance, and a sustained record of significant professional achievement.
While the Directorship will demand significant time commitment to management and administrative duties, it is expected that the appointee will hold a concurrent academic appointment in the Academy and contribute to research, academic planning and development/teaching, and other scholarly activities.
Appointment Terms
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The appointment will normally be made on a three-year term, and renewable subject to review and mutual agreement. The University offers a competitive package which includes gratuity/retirement benefits, annual leave, medical and dental coverage, monthly cash allowance and relocation allowance, as applicable.
Application Procedure
Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System (jobs.hkbu.edu.hk) and send in samples of publications, preferably three best ones out of their most recent publications/works, statements of teaching and research interest and recent teaching evaluation results. Applicants should also request two referees to send in confidential letters of reference, with the PR number quoted to the Human Resources Office (Email: recruit@hkbu.edu.hk) direct. All application materials including publication samples, scholarly/creative works will not be returned after the completion of the recruitment exercise unless upon request. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at http://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/pics.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the posts advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.
Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.
Hong Kong Baptist University is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an equal opportunity employer
SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS
The School of Creative Arts (SCA) is well poised to disrupt the creative practice and art education in film, music and visual arts. A new framework of education and research is needed for artists to "think" futurity. Rooted in liberal arts ethos and transdisciplinary inquiries, the new school aims to interrogate the infinite acts of human creativity, reassess the roles of arts in our time, and invent new artistic opportunities for the future.
SCA is comprised of three well-established academic units, namely the Academy of Film, Academy of Music, and Academy of Visual Arts, offering a range of undergraduate degree programmes, master's programmes, and research postgraduate programmes across the three Academies. These academies are joined by two new transdisciplinary programmes in Art & Technology, and Global Entertainment Business. Our integrated talent pool comprises experts from different arts disciplines who are dedicated to high-quality teaching, high-impact research, and pioneering professional development. SCA's capacity to fuel the development of the creative arts will be substantially strengthened with the expected completion of the Jockey Club Campus of Creativity in 2024, which will feature state-of-the-art facilities for a comprehensive range of creative arts disciplines.
ACADEMY OF VISUAL ARTS
The Academy of Visual Arts (AVA) is committed to providing the best visual arts education, combining studio-based research, critical and historical studies, and sustainable service for the cultural and creative sectors as well as for the community at large. The Academy currently has 26 full-time faculty members. In the eventful years since its foundation in 2005, the Academy is firmly linked to diverse communities of practice and has developed rapidly, building an international teaching team and developing multi-faceted programmes based on an interdisciplinary curriculum. More information can be found from https://ava.hkbu.edu.hk/en.
Professor / Associate Professor / Professor of Practice in Studio Art or New Media Art - multiple positions (PR0389/22-23)
The Academy of Visual Arts is looking for outstanding applicants for multiple tenure-track faculty positions as Professor Associate Professor, and Professor of Practice, specialising in Studio Art or New Media Art. Preference will be given to senior academics appointable to the rank of full Professor.
The appointees will be expected to enrich AVA's teaching, research, and practice of contemporary art in the relevant area(s) of expertise, and to independently operate at the professional level in a fully equipped studio environment. Initially, primary teaching focus will be on delivering undergraduate courses in relevant areas as well as on supervision of individual student projects at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. All AVA faculty members are expected to be active researchers and prominent leaders in their field of expertise. They will also be expected to be an active member in Academy-and-School-level administration.
Applicants should have at least a master's degree (ideally a PhD degree) in a relevant discipline, and be able to demonstrate their keen interests in teaching, practice, and research by their academic, professional, and personal track records. Records of successful grant applications or project funding bids will be considered as an advantage.
Applicants for the positions of Professor of Practice should possess not less than 15 years of experience in related professional fields.
Appointment Terms
Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The initial appointment will normally be made on a fixed-term contract of up to three years commencing August / September 2023 or on a mutually agreed date. Re appointment thereafter will be subject to performance and mutual agreement.
Tenured appointments are expected to be attained in six years and outstanding candidates at Associate Professor or above may be hired with direct tenure.
Application Procedure
Applicants are invited to submit their applications via the HKBU e-Recruitment System (https://jobs.hkbu.edu.hk) with samples of publications, including the three best out of their most recent publications/works, statements of teaching and research interests, and recent teaching evaluation results. Applicants should also request two referees to send confidential letters of reference, quoting the PR number (stated above), to the Human Resources Office
(Email: recruit@hkbu.edu.hk) direct. Those who are not invited for interview 4 months after the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful. All application materials including publication samples and scholarly / creative works will not be returned after the completion of the recruitment exercise unless upon request. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/pics.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the posts advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.
Closing date: Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled
ACADEMY OF FILM
The Academy of Film (http://af.hkbu.edu.hk/) is dedicated to providing cinematic arts and creative media education to cultivate talented professionals capable of contributing to Hong Kong's arts and cultural industries. For the last four decades, it has been the chief provider of cinema, television, and media education in Hong Kong. It is Hong Kong's flagship film school in terms of size, breadth of programmes, distinguished alumni, and strong industry connections.
The Academy has a strong teaching and research team comprised of 18 full-time and over 50 part-time / adjunct faculty members. The expertise of our faculty spans the following areas: film and media studies, film and television production, script writing, post-production, and acting for global screen.
The Academy of Film is now seeking outstanding applicants for faculty positions as Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor the following areas (preference will be given to senior academics appointable to the rank of full Professor):
Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Film Studies - multiple positions (PR0391/22-23)
The appointee is expected to teach a range of subjects covering film theory and criticism, the history of cinema, digital media, and television. The ideal candidate should demonstrate expertise in new media (including topics such as platform studies, AI, Digital Divides, E-commerce, Arts Tech) and/or in media industry studies. Knowledge in East Asian/Southeast Asian film and media studies is a plus, but not a requirement.
Applicants should have a PhD degree in a relevant field and should have a strong publication record and excellent track record in teaching. The appointee should also have experience in curriculum design and postgraduate supervision, and demonstrate potential of academic leadership.
Appointment Terms
Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Initial appointment will normally be made on a fixed-term contract of up to three years commencing August / September 2023 or on a mutually agreed date. Re appointment thereafter will be subject to performance and mutual agreement. Tenured appointments are expected to be attained in six years and outstanding candidates at Associate Professor or above may be hired with direct tenure
Application Procedure
Applicants are invited to submit their applications via the HKBU e-Recruitment System (https://jobs.hkbu.edu.hk) with samples of publications, including the three best out of their most recent publications/works, statements of teaching and research interests, and recent teaching evaluation results. Applicants should also request two referees to send confidential letters of reference, quoting the PR number (stated above), to the Human Resources Office
(Email: recruit@hkbu.edu.hk) direct. Those who are not invited for interview 4 months after the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful. All application materials including publication samples and scholarly / creative works will not be returned after the completion of the recruitment exercise unless upon request. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/pics.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the posts advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.
Closing date: Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled
ACADEMY OF FILM
The Academy of Film (http://af.hkbu.edu.hk/) is dedicated to providing cinematic arts and creative media education to cultivate talented professionals capable of contributing to Hong Kong's arts and cultural industries. For the last four decades, it has been the chief provider of cinema, television, and media education in Hong Kong. It is Hong Kong's flagship film school in terms of size, breadth of programmes, distinguished alumni, and strong industry connections.
The Academy has a strong teaching and research team comprised of 18 full-time and over 50 part-time/adjunct faculty members. The expertise of our faculty spans the following areas: film and media studies, film and television production, script writing, post-production, and acting for global screen.
The Academy of Film is now seeking outstanding applicants for faculty positions as Professor of Practice / Associate Professor of Practice in the following areas (preference will be given to senior academics appointable to the rank of full Professor):
Professor of Practice / Associate Professor of Practice - multiple positions (PR0404/22-23)
Applicants should be capable of providing high-quality teaching in the following areas:
1) Directing and/or Scriptwriting
2) Production Design (Art Direction) and Editing
The appointees are expected to:
a) Deliver high-quality teaching at higher diploma, undergraduate, and/or postgraduate level(s);
b) Supervise student projects and experiential learning;
c) Develop creative teaching and learning-related courses and projects that are theoretically informed and can contribute to knowledge advancement and/or inform teaching;
d) Develop course content based on the latest industrial practices and production workflows;
e) Work on curriculum development, student recruitment, internship placement, collaboration with the industry, etc.; and
f) Perform administrative duties as assigned*.
*Successful candidates with relevant programme management experience will also be considered for concurrent appointment as programme directors at higher diploma, undergraduate and/or postgraduate level(s).
In addition to the expertise associated with each position, candidates should have:
a) A master's or MFA degree or above in a related discipline; an MFA degree in film production is preferred;
b) Not less than 15 years (for Professor of Practice) and 8 years (for Associate Professor of Practice) of post-qualification experience in related professional fields;
c) Substantial professional knowledge and experience in the following areas: i. Directing and / or Scriptwriting; and
ii. Production Design (Art Direction) and Editing;
d) Excellent command of both spoken and written English and Chinese (Putonghua);
e) Evidence of quality teaching in the following areas:
i. Directing and / or Scriptwriting; and
ii. Production Design (Art Direction) and Editing;
f) A robust track record of relevant professional experience, notable and recognised professional credits, or awards are advantages.
Appointment Terms
Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The initial appointment will normally be made on a fixed-term contract of up to three years commencing August / September 2023 or on a mutually agreed date. Re appointment thereafter will be subject to performance and mutual agreement.
Application Procedure
Applicants are invited to submit their applications via the HKBU e-Recruitment System (https://jobs.hkbu.edu.hk) with samples of publications, including the three best out of their most recent publications/works, statements of teaching and research interests, and recent teaching evaluation results. Applicants should also request two referees to send confidential letters of reference, quoting the PR number (stated above), to the Human Resources Office
(Email: recruit@hkbu.edu.hk) direct. Applicants should also submit their portfolios for pre-assessment when they submit applications. Those who are not invited for interview 4 months after the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful. All application materials including publication samples and scholarly / creative works will not be returned after the completion of the recruitment exercise unless upon request. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/pics.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the posts advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.
Closing date: Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled
ACADEMY OF MUSIC
The Academy of Music (https://mus.hkbu.edu.hk/) has rapidly emerged as one of the leading institutions in Hong Kong, providing a rigorous music curriculum. The Academy currently has 16 full-time and over 100 part-time/adjunct faculty members. Following HKBU's rich liberal arts tradition, the Academy has combined different forms of music-making and creativity with research that explores theories, histories, education, music technology, and cultures of music. The Academy has also brought together music-making and scholarly research in composition, technologies, musicology, music education, and performance.
The Academy is now seeking outstanding applicants for multiple faculty positions in the following areas of expertise:
Music Psychology/Social and Applied Psychology of Music (Professor/Associate Professor (tenure track) - multiple positions) (PR0390/22-23)
The Academy is looking for qualified candidates in the area of neurocognitive studies, which will be fully supported by a state-of-the-art neuroimaging facility to be launched in June 2023. This major research infrastructure is established to promote individual and collaborative research on interdisciplinary neurocognitive studies. It is equipped with the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanner, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Near Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS) and electroencephalogram (EEG).
Preference will be given to those with expertise in one or more of the following fields:
1. Neuroscience of music
2. Music perception
3. Music and the Brain
Music Technology and Music Composition (Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor (tenure track) Professor of Practice/Associate Professor of Practice - multiple positions) (PR0390/22- 23)
In summer of 2024, HKBU will open its new Jockey Club Campus of Creativity, the new home of the Academy of Music. The new building will bring together a recording studio complex of 13 rooms, including a main scoring stage, control rooms, tracking rooms and isolation rooms, with state-of-the-art audio equipment include 72 channel SSL console, Crane Song ADDA converter, Manley EQ and more, a white box experimental space equipped with immersive audio and visual equipment, such as Meyersound constellation, Space Map Go, 360º projector and screen, as well as a film screening studio equipped with Dolby Atmos surround system, a cinema grade projector, and a 96 fader large DAW console. The Academy is seeking qualified candidates with expertise in one or more of the following fields to join our full-time faculty (preference will be given to senior academics appointable to the rank of Full Professor):
1. Audio and sound engineering
2. Music production and design
3. Music and technology
4. Music Composition
Music Industry (Professor/Associate Professor (tenure track) / Professor of Practice/Associate Professor of Practice - multiple positions) (PR0390/22- 23)
The Academy is looking for qualified applicants from a variety of disciplines related to music industry. The appointees will conduct research and teach a wide range of courses offered by the Bachelor of Music (Hons) in Creative Industries Programme and the Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Administration (Global Entertainment) Programme. The Bachelor of Music (Hons) in Creative Industries Programme offers professional training and new articulation pathway for students with two options: Scoring for Film, Television and Video Games, and Popular Music Performance and Songwriting, while the Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Administration (Global Entertainment) Programme is open to business minded students who wish to pursue a career in the entertainment business and/or arts, cultural and creative industries.
Ideal candidates should demonstrate expertise in one or more of the following fields:
1. Popular music studies and production
2. Music business and entrepreneurship
3. Music for screen
Applicants for the positions of Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor (tenure track) should possess a doctoral degree in music (PhD, DMA, or equivalent) and collegiate teaching experience. Applicants for the positions of Professor of Practice/Associate Professor of Practice should have a bachelor's degree (a higher degree is an advantage) plus not less than 15 years (for Professor of Practice) and 8 years (for Associate Professor of Practice) of experience in related professional fields. The appointees will be expected to demonstrate teaching excellence, and recognized accomplishments in scholarship and/or creative activities, and to work across sub-disciplines within the Academy and with colleagues elsewhere in the University to further develop the Academy's strengths in research, teaching and social impact.
Appointment Terms
The initial appointment will normally be made on a fixed-term contract (tenure track) of up to three years commencing August/September 2023. Re appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement. Tenured appointments are expected to be attained in six years.
Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Procedure
Applicants are invited to submit their applications via the HKBU e-Recruitment System (jobs.hkbu.edu.hk) with samples of publications, including the three best out of their most recent publications/works, statements of teaching and research interests, and recent teaching evaluation results. Applicants should also request two referees to send confidential letters of reference, quoting the PR number (stated above), to the Human Resources Office (Email: recruit@hkbu.edu.hk) direct. All application materials including publication samples and scholarly/creative works will not be returned after the completion of the recruitment exercise unless upon request. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at http://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/pics.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the posts advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.
Closing date: Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled
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