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<p><strong>THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY</strong></p> <p>The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is a government-funded tertiary institution in Hong Kong. It offers programmes at various levels including Doctorate, Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees. It has a full-time academic staff strength of around 1,200. The total annual consolidated expenditure budget of the University is in excess of HK$7.6 billion.</p> <p><strong>DEPARTMENT OF AERONAUTICAL AND AVIATION ENGINEERING</strong></p> <p><strong>Training Instructor (three posts) </strong>(Ref. 220621006-IE)</p> <p>In line with the strategic development of the University and to lead the development of the aeronautical and aviation engineering discipline in teaching and research activities, the Department of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering was established in the Faculty of Engineering. The Unit currently offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and actively engages in various research and consultancy work. Please visit the website at <a href="https://www.polyu.edu.hk/aae/" rel="no-follow">https://www.polyu.edu.hk/aae/</a> for more information about the Unit.</p> <p><strong>Duties </strong></p> <p>The appointees will be required to:</p> <p>(a) undertake instructional duties as directed by the Chief Training Instructor;</p> <p>(b) remain current within their specialties with regard to changes in technology and the approved syllabus; </p> <p>(c) undertake annual refresher training and professional development as directed by the Chief Training Instructor;</p> <p>(d) contribute to programme/course planning, administration and development;</p> <p>(e) prepare progress tests and monitor student progress;</p> <p>(f) assist in the coordination of student activities and practical training; and</p> <p>(g) perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Unit or his delegates.</p> <p><strong>Qualifications </strong></p> <p>Applicants should have:</p> <p>(a) a recognised degree or equivalent professional qualification;</p> <p>(b) at least five years of aviation experience either in an engineering or flight crew role;</p> <p>(c) a proven record in instructing professional pilot training courses within an approved Flight Training Organisation, preferably in teaching EASA ATPL Technical Knowledge subjects.</p> <p>(d) attendance record of a recognised course in instructional techniques;</p> <p>(e) effective classroom teaching skills;</p> <p>(f) a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and professional service; and</p> <p>(g) qualification which are accepted by the Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department Flight Standards Division.</p> <p>Preference will be given to the holders of an Airline Transport Pilot’s Licence (ATPL) or Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s Licence issued by a recognised regulatory authority.</p> <p><strong>Conditions of Service </strong></p> <p>A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Initial appointment will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract. Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement.</p> <p><strong>Application </strong></p> <p>Please submit an application through PolyU’s career website (<a href="https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/management" rel="no-follow">https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/management</a>). <strong>Consideration of applications will commence on 4 July 2022 until the positions are filled. </strong>The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at <a href="https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/" rel="no-follow">https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/</a>.</p> <p><em>PolyU is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, nationality, family status or physical or mental disabilities. </em></p>