物联网学院实践副教授

School: School of Internet of Things, XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang) 

Report to:Dean, School of Internet of Things

Academic Disciplines: IoT, Computer Science, Networking andCommunications, System Engineering, Electronics, Data Science

Location: Taicang, Greater Suzhou, China

ABOUT XJTLU

In 2006 Xi‚Äôan Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) was created by the University ofLiverpool and Xi‚Äôan Jiaotong University ‚Äì a top ten university in China. Offering a unique international education experience,XJTLU brings together excellent research practice and expertise from both institutions and gives students the skills and knowledge they needto secure careers in a global marketplace. XJTLU now has around 25,000 enrolled students in both Suzhou and Liverpool in the UK, with plansto grow to about 28,000 students by 2025. There are currently about 2,200 staff, among which about 1,000 academic staff, with an almost evensplit between citizens of the People‚Äôs Republic of China and international passport holders. XJTLU offers our undergraduates andpostgraduates over 100 programmes with a diverse spectrum of courses. With a focus on innovative learning and teaching, and research,XJTLU draws on the strengths of its parent universities, and plays a pivotal role in facilitating access to China for UK and otherinstitutional partners. At same time, XJTLU is exploring future education by blending the educational theory, best practice and culture fromwest and east.

For detailed information about the university, please visit www.xjtlu.edu.cn

ABOUT ENTREPRENEUR COLLEGE (TAICANG)

In 2019, the XJTLUEntrepreneur College (Taicang) was launched, as a pioneers of, and an educational model for, the future university and campus in developingtalents and leaders to meet local, national, and global challenges arising from the 4th Industrial Revolution. Developed incollaboration with the Taicang Municipal Government and industry partners, the XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang) moved to theuniversity‚Äôs newly opened award winning Taicang campus, within Greater Suzhou, in September 2022. As a result, there are opportunitiesat all levels for innovative academics in the fields represented by the following schools and education platforms.

For detailedinformation about the XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang), please visit:

https://www.xjtlu.edu.cn/en/study/departments/entrepreneur-college-taicang/

ABOUT THE SCHOOL OFINTERNET OF THINGS

The School of Internet of Things is one of the 7 industry-themed Schools in the XJTLUEntrepreneur College (Taicang). Each School consists of an Education, Research and Development Institute (‚ÄúERDI‚Äù) for teachingand university-business research collaboration, a professional services centre supporting daily activities of students, staff, and businesspartners, and a School Affiliated Company jointly established by XJTLU and the School‚Äôs industry partner for practical on-the-joblearning and teaching. 

Industry Partner Overview

The School of Internet of Things has been jointly developed by theUniversity and one of its industry partner – Eolane China, to deliver industry-themed programme(s).

Eolane Group is a leadingFrench professional in electronic manufacturing services and original design manufacturing services, focusing on industrial control,medical, automotive, new energy, railway, defence, aerospace, IoT and other industrial fields. For more information please see http://www.eolane.cn/

Overview ANDRESPONSIBILITIES:

As the Associate Professor of Practice in IoT, you’ll lead and runsyntegrative projects, student-focused events, and project-based industry-focused research. You’ll secure funding, collaborate withindustry, and guide students through real-world IoT projects to ensure our curriculum stays at the forefront of industry trends. The schoolactively encourages collaboration through these projects, fostering an environment of interdisciplinary learning and industrypartnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop and teach IoT-related courses incorporatingproject-based learning to prepare students for industry challenges, focusing on syntegrative projects and student-focused events.

· Secure funding for IoT research projects that address real-world challenges and contribute to industry solutions, stronglyemphasizing collaborative projects.

· Conduct research in IoT, collaborating with industry partners to develop new solutionsand lead project initiatives that encourage collaboration and student engagement.

· Integrate industry-aligned andco-developed case studies into teaching materials to provide students with practical IoT experience and encourage collaboration.

· Establish and maintain industry partnerships for research collaborations, internships, and student employment opportunities,focusing on collaborative projects.

· Participate in industry conferences, workshops, and seminars to stay current on IoTdevelopments and identify collaboration opportunities.

· Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals, conferences, andtechnical reports, highlighting collaborative efforts.

· Contribute to developing and enhancing IoT curriculum, ensuring itremains at the forefront of industry trends and encourages collaboration.

· Advise students on academic matters, careerdevelopment, and research opportunities, focusing on collaboration within the school and with industry partners.

· Supervisemaster’s and doctoral students, guiding them through research projects and academic writing, strongly emphasizing collaborativeefforts.

· Proactively seek and secure external research funding from government agencies, industry partners, and othersources, focusing on collaborative projects.

· Manage research budgets and ensure compliance with funding requirements,focusing on collaborative projects.

· Lead and run syntegrative projects, student-focused events, project-basedindustry-focused research, and Professional development projects.

· Support and collaborate with platforms such as InnovationFactory, X3 Co-Venture, and Non-degree executive education established at the college level, actively participating in and contributing tothe nature of the practice track.

Qualifications:

· PhD degree in computer science, informationscience, electronics, networking and communications, systems engineering or a closely aligned discipline to the Internet of Things; or beable to demonstrate an equivalent professional practice and engagement.

· Minimum of five years of practical IoTexperience.

· Experience teaching IoT subjects at the university level.

· A record of successful researchfunding acquisition and industry connections, focusing on collaborative projects.

· Strong communication and interpersonalskills, with the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and industry partners in collaborative projects.

· Acommitment to ongoing professional development in IoT and fostering collaborative opportunities within the school and with industrypartners.

· Ability to work, teach and research in English.

CITIZENSHIP AND VISA REGULATIONS

Employment at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University is regulated by Chinese Labour Laws, and must comply with the regulations of theprovincial government. These regulations stipulate who is eligible for legal employment with regard to obtaining work permits and visas.Please be advised candidates over 65 may be not eligible for a work visa in the P.R. China.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

1. Clear career development path with annual review.

2. Professional development trainings are provided.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

SALARY: Competitive salary in the market

BENEFITS

1. Allowance: XJTLUprovide various month/annual/one-off allowances as 

o Housing allowance

o Travel allowance

o Educationallowance

o Relocation allowance

o Etc.

2. Commercial insurance: international insurance plans customized for XJTLUstaff and family members. (details refer to the University Policy)

3. Paid holidays:

o Statutory Holidays (11 days)

oFull Paid Holidays (36 days per academic year including university close days and annual leave)

o Family Matters Leave

o PaidSick Leave

o Marriage Leave

o Paternity Leave

o Parental Leave

o Etc.

4. Working visa and residencepermit in China:

XJTLU sponsors working visa and residence permit in China for the staff.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your application on our university website: https://career15.sapsf.cn/career?career%5fns=job%5flisting&company=xjtlu&navBarLevel=JOB%5fSEARCH&rcm%5fsite%5flocale=en%5fUS&career_job_req_id=1894&selected_lang=en_US&jobAlertController_jobAlertId=&jobAlertController_jobAlertName=&browserTimeZone=Asia/Shanghai&_ s.crb=%2f97W3K5bdhOPeRZtWqS4JsdYD5rabbcuO5dogmaj2NA%3d

Applications must be submitted in a single pdffile that includes 3 parts in the order of:

• A cover letter

• A current CV, including date of birth, country ofcitizenship, and highest degree level

• Contact Details for Three References

For specific enquiries relating to theposition, please email to Ms. Yu Yan, HRBP at yu.yan@xjtlu.edu.cn.