Language Center Director (f/m/d)

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to establish and direct our new Language Center, including the existing departments of German and English language. This is a unique opportunity to build a comprehensive language learning facility from the ground up and shape its vision, programs, and culture. At the BiUH English is the language of instruction and German language is an integrated part of all curricula.

• Align the existing language programs based on the curricula for multiple languages with focus on German, English and Chinese
• Integrate the existing staff into the concept and design and conduct interactive, cross-cultural learning environments
• Introduce modern and AI based methods and materials into the syllabi
• Develop and conduct teacher trainings and a system of quality insurance
• Develop suitable syllabi for engineering students
• Recruit, hire (in coordination with the presidium) and supervise qualified language instructors and staff
• Oversee budget planning and resource allocation
• Implement assessment methods to ensure program quality and student success
• Coordinate with university administration in regards of course planning, work load and community outreach
• Promote the Language Center within the university and broader community

• PhD or Master's degree in Applied Linguistics, Language Education, or related field
• Excellent knowledge of methods and didactics of Teaching of foreign languages (own teaching experience in the field at a university is required), including digital and AI tools
• Minimum 5 years of experience in language program administration
• Proven track record in curriculum development and program assessment
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Fluency in English and German

Candidates with experience establishing new academic programs or centers, grant writing and fundraising, Chinese language proficiency, and international administrative experience will be highly preferred.

Employment at BiUH is regulated by Chinese Labor Laws, and must comply with the regulations of the provincial government. These regulations stipulate who is eligible for legal employment with regard to obtaining work permits and visas.

• Competitive Salary in the Market (13th Month Salary)
• Allowance: Travel Allowance / Phone Allowance / High Temperature Allowance, Etc.
• 5 Types of Social Insurance and 1 Housing Provident Fund
• Commercial Insurance
• Transitional Apartments Arrangement
• Working environment that is open to the world and strongly oriented towards sustainability, diversity and internationality
• Paid Holidays
  • Statutory Holidays (13days)
  • Annual Leave (25 days)
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Marriage Leave
  • Paid Maternity Leave
  • Paid Paternity Leave
  • Parental Leave

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