The Inter-University Program for Chinese Language Studies (IUP), administered by UC Berkeley, is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Field Director. The appointment begins in summer 2007, and a full-time commitment of two years or longer is desired.
The Field Director oversees all on-site aspects of an advanced, intensive Mandarin language program located at Tsinghua University in Beijing. Responsibilities include faculty and staff management; payroll and budgeting; maintenance of physical site/equipment; student advising; student safety; curriculum development; host university relations; and daily communication with IUP’s administrative headquarters at UC Berkeley. Candidates should possess a PhD (or equivalent practical experience) and have a strong interest in language pedagogy/practice. Experience teaching Chinese and managing an academic program is preferred. Native-level fluency in Mandarin is a must. Competitive salary and benefits (salary follows Academic Coordinator II series at UC). Basic travel expenses and housing covered by IUP.
Application instructions and deadline: Deadline for receipt of applications is May 25, 2007. Send or email letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and names of 3 references to: Karen Cheong, IUP Administrator, Institute of East Asian Studies, UC Berkeley, 2223 Fulton Street, 6th floor, Berkeley, CA 94720-2318. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Such programs are really very useful for learning the Chinese language.
Posted by: Gina W | November 19, 2008 at 06:08 AM