Part-time Lecturer (TRAN 3268ACF) (2026 Autumn) [UG] (A&SS) at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Translation, Government Translation, Course Planning, Curriculum Development, Lecturing, Tutorial Instruction, Assessment Design, English Proficiency, Chinese Proficiency, Academic Administration

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge. As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching. HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA. For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the School of Arts and Social Sciences: Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointees will mainly be responsible for the following: Course planning, development and delivery of the full-time face-to-face undergraduate programmes; Conducting lectures and tutorials, writing lecture notes, designing and marking of assignments/examination scripts and; Performing other related teaching and administrative duties. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence: TRAN 3268ACF Translation of Legal and Government Texts* A recognized higher degree in Translation (preferably specialized in legal and government areas) or a related discipline; An excellent command of both Chinese and English; Preference will be given to candidates with relevant teaching experience at tertiary level and/or relevant industrial experience. *Combined from TRAN A366CF and TRAN A368CF Duration of Appointment The appointees will be required to work during daytime on campus for the period from September 2026 to January 2027 for a maximum of 17 hours per week. Terms and Conditions for Appointment Successful candidate will be appointed on a temporary part-time contract. Benefits will be provided in accordance with the statutory provisions. To Apply Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. Deadline: 28 May 2026 The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment. For details, please refer to the “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

Responsibilities

The appointee will be responsible for the planning, development, and delivery of undergraduate courses in the translation of legal and government texts. Duties include conducting lectures, writing notes, and marking assignments and examinations.