Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, XJTLU Business School
Lecturer/Associate Professor Positions

Applications are invited for positions in the Business School at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University. The Business School teaches a range of programmes in the fields of Accounting, Finance, Economics, Management, Human Resources, Marketing and Management Information Systems. It currently has 50 academic staff and over 1000 students, and is growing every year.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Applicants from a wide range of specialities, as well as interdisciplinary fields, are welcome. However, for recruitment purposes, applications will be assigned to three general groups: Accounting & Finance, Economics, and Business & Management.
- In Accounting & Finance, applications for Finance, Investment, Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Taxation, Auditing and Financial Management are strongly encouraged.
- In Economics, particular fields of interest are: Financial Economics, International Economics and Econometrics, Mathematical Economics, Economic Integration.
- In Business & Management, a broad range of subjects is of interest, including operations management, strategic management, entrepreneurship and innovation, human resource management and organizational behaviour and marketing.

It may be useful if you make reference to these three groups, or even some of the subfields, in your letter of application.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Successful applicants will have, or expect shortly to receive, a PhD, and/or be able to demonstrate appropriate professional experience. Applicants will have some teaching experience and evidence of the ability or potential to produce high quality research publications. Candidates for the position of Associate Professor should also have a strong track record of excellence in teaching and academic supervision, as well as an international research profile in their field and a successful record of research funding. Experience in developing and managing Masters programmes would also be well regarded.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) is a unique collaborative institution, the first and currently the only university in China to offer both UK (University of Liverpool) and Chinese (Ministry of Education) accredited undergraduate degrees. Formed in 2006, the first cohort of students graduated in August 2010. The university now has 6,000 students studying on campus. The language of instruction in Years 2 to 4 is English. XJTLU aims to become truly research-led, and has recently committed significant investment into research development and the expansion of PhD student numbers on campus.

ABOUT THE BUSINESS SCHOOL: XJTLU Business School is international in outlook, conducting leading edge research in business & management economics, and accounting & finance. It seeks to engage in a rich interchange with businesses and non-profit organizations. These foundations provide a learning and teaching environment which ensures that students will graduate with the knowledge and skills to succeed in an ever-changing world. A newly-appointed Dean, Professor Sarah Dixon, has a wealth of business strategic planning experience and is committed to the development of the research and knowledge transfer base of the School, to excellence in learning and teaching, and to establishing strong business links. This ensures that the currency and relevance of the programmes of study are maintained and that high level research not only contributes to knowledge development, but also has an impact on society and the economy.

ABOUT THE AREA: XJTLU is located in the Higher Education Town of Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP), well-connected via nearby airports to cities such as Hong Kong, Seoul, Tokyo, and Taipei, and via high-speed rail to other major cities in China. SIP is a major growth zone, including operations run by nearly one-fifth of the Fortune 500 top global companies. Greater Suzhou is now the fourth largest concentration of economic activity in China in terms of GDP ($160 billion in 2011). The broader Suzhou area encompasses the spirit of both old and new in China, with the historic old town's canals, UNESCO World Heritage Site gardens, and the I.M Pei-designed Suzhou Museum attracting millions of tourists annually. SIP offers an excellent quality of life with high environmental standards. The nearby Jinji Lake provides attractive views, by day and by night, and there are a variety of shopping facilities, international and local restaurants, entertainment hubs and a great nightlife. Suzhou is also home to four international schools.

SALARY/BENEFITS: The salary range for the positions is 22,932 - 28,098 RMB/month (Lecturer), and 28,523 - 38,939 RMB/month (Associate Professor). In addition, members of academic staff are entitled to accommodation and travel allowances, medical insurance, and relocation expenses. Overseas staff may receive a tax "holiday" of up to three years, depending on nationality and personal circumstances.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To apply. please visit our website at http://hr.xjtlu.edu.cn to submit an online application. You will be asked to upload your CV and cover letter (in English) outlining your interest in the position, and complete an Applicant Information form and Equal Opportunities Form. In your cover letter, please specify the subject group you wish to apply for.

Applications should be received by 25th January 2013 (please quote reference BEM1211). Before 6th January, informal enquiries may be addressed to the Vice President (Academic Affairs), Professor David Sadler (david.sadler@xjtlu.edu.cn ). From 7th January, informal inquiries should be addressed to the Dean of the Business School, Professor Sarah Dixon (Sarah.Dixon@xjtlu.edu.cn).