Westlake University is a new type of non-profit research-oriented university in the People's Republic of China, supported by public and private funding. At Westlake, we strive for excellence in advanced research and nourish talented change-makers while remaining small and refined to ensure research and education quality.
Our three schools, School of Life Sciences, School of Science, and School of Engineering, focus on selected natural and life sciences and engineering disciplines, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration. Our goal is to cultivate generations of talent that dare to step into the unknown and are willing to take social responsibility.
Westlake University is currently accepting multiple applications from high-level talent for teaching faculty positions in HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES to expand the university's professional teaching force further and establish a high-level teaching system aligned with the university's mission and goals. The specific job responsibilities and application requirements are as follows:
Number of Openings: 5
Responsibilities:
1. Develop global standard curricula and courses in humanities and social sciences.
2. Teach doctoral and future undergraduate students’ courses in humanities and social sciences (mostly in English).
3. Ensure sufficient office hours to assist students in regular consultation.
4. Organize or participate in other teaching and cultural activities on campus.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Westlake University offers an internationally competitive salary, an attractive benefits package, and comprehensive insurance coverage.
1. Possess or acquire a strong familiarity with Westlake University; strong professional ethics and sense of dedication in teaching which personally aligns with Westlake University’s missions and goals. Passionate about teaching humanities and social sciences with extensive theoretical and practical experience.
2. Demonstrated ability to design and deliver a creative curriculum.
3. Ph.D. degree in Humanities and Social Sciences disciplines (areas related to literature, philosophy, history, economics, sociology are preferred).
4. Applicants with overseas education/teaching experience and a demonstrated competence in bilingual teaching will be given preference.
5. Strong communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.
To apply, please send the following documents in English as a single PDF file to teaching_faculty@westlake.edu.cn :
1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Teaching statement describing your teaching philosophy
4. Course description and syllabus for a proposed introductory undergraduate course
5. A list of at least three professional references with complete contact information
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Outstanding short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews. Interviews will continue until all positions are filled.
Westlake University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals of all ethnic backgrounds and countries.
