Join a unique British University in China. The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in China. This award winning campus offering a UK style education has grown to establish a student body of over 10,000 in 21 years.
The University of Nottingham Ningbo, China, a pioneer in Sino-foreign tertiary education, is rapidly expanding. It is looking for ambitious, talented academics with a passion for teaching as well as research flair to join its team of science and engineering experts. UNNC is part of the University of Nottingham’s Global University, and offers unique teaching and research opportunities in a highly dynamic economy.
The School of International Communications is part of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, and is affiliated to the Department of Culture, Media and Visual Studies at the Nottingham UK campus. Our BA (Hons) in International Communications is a provincial level accredited degree that has proved successful in attracting high quality international students to the school. We currently run an MA programme in International Communications, an MA programme in Digital Screen Production, and also have one of the most successful PhD programmes in the university.
The post-holder will be expected to teach across the full range of our programmes, undertake supervision of BA and MA dissertation students and PGR students, and conduct research and external engagement in the school’s main research areas. More details of the school and its teaching and research activities can be found here:
Candidates must have a PhD degree supported by extensive and high level research and teaching experience in communications studies that connects to the following fields:
Candidates will need to have in depth knowledge to enable the development of new knowledge, innovation and understanding in the relevant field. In addition, candidates will be required to have extensive experience in leading the design of research techniques and methods and capability to act as a role model in the areas of research and teaching.
Your Remuneration, Benefits, and Support
A successful candidate will be offered a five-year contract. We are committed to providing competitive employment packages while supporting the wellbeing of our staff to help them reach their full potential. We offer international highly competitive salary package and you will have a range of benefits and entitlements, including accommodation allowance, insurances, schooling support, home flight, relocation & repatriation support, and paid annual leave.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit an application via our on-line application system before 14 June 2025
Only on-line applications made will be accepted. Referees will be contacted prior to interview and interviews will take place in Ningbo China.
Informal enquires may be addressed to Dr Filippo Gilardi, Head of the School of International Communications, email: email@example.com. Please note that applications sent directly to this address will not be accepted. Applications must be submitted on-line. If you are unable to apply on-line please contact the Human Resources Office, firstname.lastname@example.org
Equality and Diversity
University of Nottingham Ningbo China is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our intention to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential, regardless of gender, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age*, socio-economic background, disability, religious or political beliefs, trade union membership, family circumstances, sexual orientation or other irrelevant distinction.
Location: | Ningbo - China |
Salary: | International highly competitive |
Hours: | Full Time |
Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
Placed On: | 22nd May 2025 |
Closes: | 13th June 2025 |
Job Ref: | 184187 |