Organisation/Company: Xiamen University Malaysia
Research Field: Computer science, Communication sciences
Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2), First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country: Malaysia
Application Deadline: 4 Jan 2025 - 00:00 (UTC)
Type of Contract: Other
Job Status: Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer DescriptionXIAMEN UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA
Xiamen University (XMU), established in 1921, is the first university founded by an overseas Chinese in the history of modern Chinese education. As one of China's leading research universities, XMU is ranked #198 in Best Global Universities at US News Best Global Universities 2024-2025.
Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM) is an international branch campus of XMU, located in the Greater Kuala Lumpur, which is one of the most developed economic, cultural, and transportation centres in Southeast Asia and one of the best places in the world for expats (Expat City Ranking 2023).
Being the first Chinese university branch campus in Malaysia, XMUM aspires to become a university with a distinct global outlook, featuring first-class teaching and research, and embracing cultural diversity. The School of Communication (SOC) is now seeking highly motivated, committed, and qualified individuals for the positions of Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Professor to join our diverse and dynamic faculty.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must possess a PhD degree in a related discipline.
Track record in research, ability to contribute to the research strengths of the discipline, through high-quality international publications and/or attracting competitive external research grants in the related field.
Evidence of high-quality teaching ability.
Ability to supervise undergraduate and/or postgraduate students for final year/research projects.
Indication of the capacity to engage as a member of committees for the University community.
Ability to contribute to the administrative duties and governance at any or all of school, faculty or University level.
Ability to work positively and cooperatively with staff and students.
ACADEMIC POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Applicants with specific teaching and research interests in the following area(s) are encouraged to apply:
CommunicationAI and Digital Communication
Data Analytics and Visualisation
Crisis Communication
Corporate CommunicationJournalismCommentary Writing
Investigative Journalism
Digital and Online Journalism
TV News ProgrammeAdvertisingHistory of Media
New Media Marketing
Brand Management
Visual CommunicationWHY CHOOSE XMUM
First overseas branch campus established by a trusted and renowned Chinese university with a long history of academic excellence.
International working opportunity imbued with distinctive Chinese elements.
Diverse campus culture coupled with state-of-the-art infrastructure.
Competitive salary commensurate with qualification and experience in Malaysia.
Comprehensive fringe benefit package, including annual leave, medical insurance, housing and transportation allowance, etc.
On-campus accommodation will be given priority to international staff subject to availability.
Internal research funding and individual office will be provided.
Strategic location in Greater Kuala Lumpur region and healthy living neighbourhood.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are invited to submit a digital application packet to:
The subject line of your email must include: your name, relevant academic discipline, and the specific position for which you are applying. All application packets must include the following attachments:
Your detailed and current CV with publication (Asterisk to indicate corresponding author include Indexing & Quartile);
Cover letter stating the source of job advertisement;
Evidence of academic qualifications (Bachelor, Master & PhD Certificate; Bachelor, Master & PhD Transcripts and Professional Certificates);
3-5 Full-Text publications (if applicable);
Teaching evaluation (if applicable);
Two academic references (at least one of them is the applicant's current/most recent employer).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
We thank all applicants for their expressed interest. However, ONLY shortlisted applicants will be notified. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Anticipated commencing semester: February / April / September. Welcome to visithttp://www.xmu.edu.myfor more details.#J-18808-Ljbffr