Lecturers & Senior Lecturers in Sports Studies

Stirling College - Chengdu University

Chengdu, Sichuan
Permanent
Full-time

26 days ago

Up to RMB 20,000 per month for a Lecturer and RMB 23,000 for a Senior Lecturer Closing date 4 May 2024View moreAcademic Discipline , , , , Job Type , , Contract Type HoursSave job - Click to add the job to your shortlistYou need to or to save a job.Stirling College, Chengdu University is looking for a Lecturer and Senior Lecturer in Sports Studies to deliver modules on its BA (Hons) Sports Studies programme.We are a collaborative partnership between the University of Stirling and Chengdu University founded in 2021, with a supportive, collegial environment, rigorous adherence to the University of Stirling's academic standards, an emphasis on student-centred learning for our students, and professional development opportunities for our staff.The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in contextualizing University of Stirling modules for delivery in China, selecting and developing appropriate learning materials and activities that reflect the contemporary digital media environment in China and incorporating these into the programme, and in some instances developing material for completely new modules.The BA (Hons) Sports Studies award covers a range of areas in which students will develop a multi-disciplinary social science-oriented understanding of sports, including:

The sociology of sport
Management and marketing of sports
Psychology of sports and exercise
Physical activity and health
Sports policy and governance
Coaching sport
Sports and the media
Research methods in sports studies

Requirements:The successful candidate will normally demonstrate the following characteristics:

For Senior Lecturer Positions - Candidates should have PhD degree in a relevant subject area
For Lecturer Positions - at least Masters degree in a relevant subject area. Prefer fresh PhDs, or those who are pursuing PhD.
At least 2 years of Higher Education teaching experience
Ability to plan and deliver engaging, student-centred lessons in English
Student-focused approach to teaching
Effective at using assessment for and of learning
Relevant industry experience Ability to contextualise learning for a Chinese context.
It is desirable for candidates to have experience of teaching in a UK/International Higher Education Institution.
It is desirable for candidates to have a dedicated teaching qualification, such as a CELTA or equivalent.
Non-native English-speaking candidates would normally have an IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Salary & BenefitsThe position is a full-time teaching post based in Chengdu with a teaching load of up-to twenty class hours per week, with a monthly salary starting above RMB 19,000 for a Lecturer position and above RMB 23,000 for a Senior Lecturer, an annual flight allowance and an apartment or apartment allowance*.We offer all full-time staff the opportunity to study for a fully funded Postgraduate Certificate in International Education (PGCIE), as well as a full MA in Education. All staff hold individually negotiated development plans, regular peer observations are done throughout the semesters and various continual professional development sessions are organised in-house or with external speakers throughout the year.About City:Chengdu is considered one of the most liveable cities in China, with spectacular and varied cuisine, vibrant nightlife, and a wealth of cultural heritage, and is served by an extensive, clean and efficient metro system. The university is situated in a large and pleasant campus adjacent to a sizeable park on the outskirts of the city about 20 minutes from the city centre by metro.How to applyTo apply, please send your CV to careers@stir.cdu.edu.cnCandidates are encouraged to submit applications at their earliest convenience as applications will be processed in order of date received.We prefer to hire staff members who intend to stay for several years.The partnership is an equal opportunities employer, but successful candidates must be able to meet the requirements to obtain a Chinese work permit.*indicated benefits only available for eligible candidates.Share this jobApply for Lecturers & Senior Lecturers in Sports StudiesFields marked with an asterisk (*) are requiredFirst name requiredLast name requiredWhat is your email address? requiredYour CV requiredYour file must be a .doc, .pdf, .docx, or .rtf. No larger than 1MBDrag and dropChoose a fileSelected file: Remove fileSave my CV for future job applications and share with recruiters to headhunt me for new rolesAdd a cover message requiredEmail me similar jobs when they become availableWhen you apply for a job we will send your application to the named employer, who may contact you. By applying for a job listed on THEunijobs you agree to our and . You should never be required to provide bank account details. If you are, please . All emails will contain a link in the footer to enable you to unsubscribe at any time.Send applicationSave jobClick to add the job to your shortlistYou need to or to save a job.Get job alertsCreate a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.© 2015 - 2024 THE World Universities Insights Limited. Powered by Madgex Job Board Software

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