Academic Writing Consultant, Westlake Language Center

More Information Address Westlake University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China Qualification Masters Salary Offer CompetitiveUSD Competitive Month Discipline Language, Writing & CultureWestlake University, recently approved by the Ministry of Education, is new type of research university in China. Supported by philanthropists and the Chinese government, Westlake University aims to become a world-class, international university over the next ten years. At present, Westlake students pursue doctoral degrees in one of three schools (Life Sciences, Natural Sciences, Engineering).The recently established Westlake Language Center provides language and communication support to students, faculty, and staff.  It will develop writing, presentation, and other communication skills through workshops, tutoring, consultations, criticism, and other programming. The Center will also provide copywriting, editing, and proofreading services to ensure Westlake documents, websites, and publications are of the highest quality.Westlake University now seeks a full-time, experienced director with superb English language skills to lead the Westlake Language Center.Position: Academic Writing ConsultantJob ResponsibilitiesDevelop and lead workshops for university faculty, researchers, students, and staff on writing and communication.Editing and proofreading of English language documents, especially academic manuscripts destined for publication.Tutoring/consulting on English communication for university faculty and administrative staff.Other tasks as assigned.Qualifications– Demonstrated competence and experience in English scientific/technical writing and editing,– Two or more years’ experience as an English language communication professional.– MA or higher degree in English, Communication, Journalism, or closely related field.– Native or near-native level English fluency.DesiredFamiliarity with academic manuscript preparation and publishing.Ability to communicate in Mandarin Chinese.Experience with international higher education institutions (e.g., teaching English or communication, Chinese/English translation).Undergraduate degree in science, engineering, or related technical field.Compensation And BenefitsWestlake University offers an internationally competitive compensation package commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.Application deadline: Open until filledHow To ApplyTo apply, please send the following documents in English as a single PDF file through CUJ online application or email to Click to show encoded email :Cover letter and resume/CVRepresentative writing examples demonstrating your English writing skills and how your abilities are a good match to this positionList of three professional references with contact information Please mention ChinaUniversityJobs.com when submitting your application. To receive job updates, follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter and/or WeChat.