Visiting Fellow in the School of Law (Appointment for 24 months) [Ref. B/R/917/09]

City University of Hong Kong is a dynamic, fast-growing university that is pursuing excellence in research and professional education. As a publicly funded institution, the University is committed to nurturing and developing students’ talents and creating applicable knowledge to support social and economic advancement.


The School of Law has three goals: becoming a world-renowned centre for research and teaching of law; equipping students with global knowledge, skills and perspectives; and establishing a trusted relationship with local and international legal establishments.  These goals are reflected in the composition of the faculty, the curriculum and enrichment activities.  It is the School’s goal to provide quality legal education for students and to broaden their horizons.  The School offers a broad range of degree programmes: LLB, JD, LLMArbDR, LLM, and PCLL.

The PCLL programme is a professional training programme required for entry into the legal profession in Hong Kong. Applications are invited for the above post:

Duties

The appointee will be involved in reviewing and teaching the Criminal Litigation Practice course and be expected to teach other courses related to criminal practice on the PCLL Programme.  Duties may be carried out during daytime or in the evening.  The appointee may carry the title of Teaching Consultant/Senior Teaching Consultant.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification plus substantial experience (10 years PQE or more) as a barrister primarily in the practice area of criminal litigation are required.

Salary and Conditions of Service

Salary offered will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Terms of appointment will be based on the current visiting remuneration package.

Information and Application

Further information on the post and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong [Email : hrojob@cityu.edu.hk/Fax : (852) 2788 1154 or (852) 3442 0311].

To apply, please submit an online application and include a current curriculum vitae. Applications will receive full consideration until the position is filled and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.  The University’s privacy policy is available on the homepage.

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