[KineJapan] multiple faculty positions (AI, digital, computer media/arts) at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

[Daisy Yan Du]

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology has announced the
following new positions:

*(1) Faculty Positions at All Ranks in the Division of Arts and Machine
Creativity (AMC) at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology*

The Division of Arts and Machine Creativity (AMC) at the Hong Kong
University of Science and Technology envisions being a leading
cross-disciplinary center where technology, art, and humanities converge to
foster innovative and impactful environments, talents, and works that shape
the future world.  We especially encourage applicants for faculty positions
at all ranks (Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor) who have
proven experience in research and teaching of the following focus areas:

   - Machine-assisted Art Practice (visual, sound, performing,
   installation, cinematic arts, etc.);
   - Critical Studies on Arts and Machine Creativity (art history, media
   theory, philosophy of technology, etc.); and/or
   - Art Management (managerial, legal, and business topics related to AI
   arts, NFT, etc.).

Preferences will be given to candidates with research experience in fusing
new technologies (e.g., generative AI) with arts.

Appointees are expected to (i) teach art-related courses at both
undergraduate and postgraduate levels, (ii) develop a vigorous research
program in their areas of interest, and (iii) provide service to the
Division/Academy/University governance and professional communities.

Applicants should have a PhD degree in art, design, or other related fields
by the time of employment.  The candidates should have a strong research
record of publications and/or creative works (e.g., performances,
exhibitions, productions, etc.) in one of the Division’s focus areas of
research and teaching and a demonstrated ability to work in
interdisciplinary teams.  Candidates to be considered for the rank of
Associate Professor and above should have proven teaching and advising
experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and evidence of
securing research funding.

Depending on the candidate’s areas of expertise, a joint appointment
between the AMC and a relevant academic Department/Division may be assigned.

More information about the Division is available here
<https://hkust.edu.hk/news/teaching-and-learning/hkust-launches-hong-kongs-first-division-arts-and-machine-creativity>.
Applicants
with questions may write to facsearchamc at ust.hk.

Salary is highly competitive and will be commensurate with qualifications
and experience.  Fringe benefits, including annual leave, medical and
dental benefits, and housing benefits, will be provided where
applicable.  Initial appointment at Assistant Professor/Associate Professor
rank will normally be made on a 3-year contract.  A gratuity will be
payable upon successful completion of the contract.  Appointment at
Professor rank will be on a substantive (tenure) basis.

*Application Procedure*
Application including (i) full curriculum vitae; (ii) separate statements
of research interests and teaching philosophy; (iii) a letter of interest
summarizing your qualifications, areas of expertise, and career goals; (iv)
contact information of three qualified referees and (v) five representative
research papers, should be submitted via the HKUST Recruitment System (
https://facrecruit.hkust.edu.hk/).  Applicants should first sign up to
create a personal account.  Applications are accepted at any time and
considered on a rolling basis.

*(Information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other
employment-related purposes.  Applicants should read the **Personal
Information Collection Statement* <https://hro.hkust.edu.hk/rcpics>* before
submission of application.)*

*(2) Teaching-Track Faculty Positions in the Division of Arts and Machine
Creativity (AMC) at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology*

The Division of Arts and Machine Creativity (AMC) at the Hong Kong
University of Science and Technology envisions being a leading
cross-disciplinary center where technology, art, and humanities converge to
foster innovative and impactful environments, talents, and works that shape
the future world.

Applicants should have a master’s or PhD degree in a related field and at
least two years of teaching experience. Appointees are expected to develop
and teach art-related courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate
levels. We value applicants who can demonstrate their enthusiasm and
passion in education and promotion of

   - Machine-assisted Art Practice (visual, sound, performing,
   installation, cinematic arts, etc.);
   - Critical Studies on Arts and Machine Creativity (art history, media
   theory, philosophy of technology, etc.); and/or
   - Art Management (managerial, legal, and business topics related to AI
   arts, NFT, etc.).

Preferences will be given to candidates with teaching and/or research
experience in fusing new technologies (e.g., generative AI) with arts.
(Duration: 2 or 3 years)

Depending on the candidate’s areas of expertise, a joint appointment
between the AMC and a relevant academic Department/Division may be assigned.

More information about the Division is available here
<https://hkust.edu.hk/news/teaching-and-learning/hkust-launches-hong-kongs-first-division-arts-and-machine-creativity>.
Applicants
with questions may write to facsearchamc at ust.hk.

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and
experience.  Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental
benefits will be provided.  Housing benefits will also be provided where
applicable.  A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of
contract.

*Application Procedure*
Application including (i) a full curriculum vitae; (ii) a statement of
teaching; (iii) past teaching records (if applicable) and (iv) three
reference letters should be submitted via the HKUST Recruitment System (
https://facrecruit.hkust.edu.hk/).  Applicants should first sign up to
create a personal account.  Applications are accepted at any time and
considered on a rolling basis.

*(Information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other
employment-related purposes.  Applicants should read the **Personal
Information Collection Statement* <https://hro.hkust.edu.hk/rcpics>* before
submission of application.)*
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