Are you interested in playing a key role in the development of a new, unique international University? Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) is located in Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP) which is 80 km from Shanghai. The University which is a joint venture between the University of Liverpool and Xi’an Jiaotong University, opened its doors to its first intake of students in 2006, on four year undergraduate programmes. XJTLU is a research-led University and takes the best of Chinese and British Higher Education to create a new experience for staff and students. XJTLU aims to supply graduates able to work in today's fast-moving global economy, and to provide an exciting cutting-edge research-led environment for its staff.

　　The University is now in a critical stage of development and needs to implement appropriate Management Information Systems to meet the needs of a growing research led university.

　　Applications are invited for the post of Head of Management Information Systems at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University. Candidates should have experience in the selection and deployment of Management Information Systems for medium and large scale organisations. The postholder will initially be expected to undertake a requirements analysis for the University’s Management Information Systems which will include finance, HR, Student Records etc., before selecting the most appropriate solutions. The postholder will then be responsible for overseeing the development and deployment of these systems.

　　Competitive salaries are negotiable supported by an extensive benefits package for ex-patriot staff relocating to China including, accommodation allowance, travel allowance, medical insurance and relocation allowance. Remuneration will be in the range of 12,500 – 24,750 RMB/Month.

　　Informal enquires regarding the vacancy may be addressed to either Mr. Victor Chen,  Chief Financial Officer, email: Guo.Chen@xjtlu.edu.cn or Professor Jeremy Smith, Vice President-Academic Affairs, email: Jeremy.Smith@xjtlu.edu.cn.

　　To apply, please provide a CV, a covering letter in English outlining your interest in the post and explaining how you meet the criteria (this is particularly important as it will be taken into consideration when short listing applications), and complete an Applicant Information Form and Equal Opportunities Form. Further details about XJTLU, the job description, Applicant Information Form and Equal Opportunities Form can be found on our website: http://www.xjtlu.edu.cn. A CV, covering letter, Applicant Information Form and Equal Opportunities Form should be sent to jobs@xjtlu.edu.cn by the 2nd March 2009