Academic Leadership Appointments (Tenured Positions) - Chinese Instruments Division

I.Academic leadership in the following area are needed in the newly established School of Music: Chinese Instruments Division
II.Job Description
1.set up the area and develop the teaching materials following the approved syllabus from undergraduate to postgraduate levels
2.lead and coordinate all full-time and part-time teachers from undergraduate to postgraduate levels
3.network regional and international community for the promotion of the area and the preparation for professional development of graduates
4.plan and supervise activities such as seminars, symposiums, conferences, field works and outreach programmes regionally and internationally
III.Qualification
1.Should be a leading and representing figure in either Chinese winds, strings or percussion instruments well-known and recognized in the professional field
2.Should have strong passion and academic accomplishment in building the Chinese Instruments Division
3.Should have regular exposure internationally as an outstanding performer having collaborations with Chinese orchestras of the highest standard
4.Should be knowledgeable and skillful in cross cultural endeavour, i.e. be able to play professionally one Chinese and one other instrument and have strong and unique artistic style
5.Should have rich experience in teaching and giving regular masterclasses and workshops to students in music conservatories in different regions
6.Should be able to give instructions in Chinese and English fluently
7.Should have received national and international awards in performing Chinese instrument(s)
8.Should have rich experience to conduct a professional Chinese orchestra or to lead the related section of a professional Chinese orchestra
9.Should have international affiliation of related professional societies
10.Should have a music degree plus an additional qualification in music
11.The academic leader will be appointed as Professor and working directly under the Dean’s leadership