Senior Lecturer – English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

About the role

The Wu Jieh Yee School of Arts and Social Sciences seeks a Senior Lecturer to lead and deliver English for Academic Purposes (EAP) programmes at the undergraduate level. The role combines curriculum design, teaching, team leadership and scholarly engagement within a vibrant university environment.

Key responsibilities

• Redevelop, coordinate and deliver EAP courses, focusing on academic writing and presentation skills.
• Manage a team of teaching staff, ensuring consistency, quality and professional development.
• Lead course planning, update teaching materials and support curriculum enhancement.
• Contribute to programme promotion, student advising and English language support services across the School.
• Engage in scholarly research, outreach activities and participate in departmental and university initiatives.
• Perform any additional duties assigned by the Dean of Arts & Social Sciences.

Required profile

• Higher degree, preferably a doctorate, in Applied Linguistics, TESOL or a related discipline.
• Excellent written and spoken English proficiency.
• Extensive experience teaching core EAP courses at the tertiary level, including course leadership or coordination.
• Proven ability to lead a teaching team, maintain high standards under pressure and collaborate with academic and administrative colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a demonstrable commitment to teaching excellence.
• Record of scholarly or professional activities in EAP or related areas.

Required skills