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University of Hong Kong

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33rd in World University Rankings 2026
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About the University of Hong Kong

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With our distinguished heritage, pioneering innovations and global vision, the University of Hong Kong (HKU) is widely renowned as Asia’s Global University.

Founded in 1911, HKU is the first and oldest institution of higher education in Hong Kong and for well over a century has been dedicated to creating knowledge, providing education, and serving society. 

Today, our commitment to excellence remains as strong as ever, but is now aligned with our times and future-ready. HKU has an established international reputation, ranking 35th in the world and 6th in Asia according to the THE World University Rankings 2025.

BOLD INNOVATIONS FOR THE FUTURE

HKU fosters pioneering breakthroughs by collaborating across disciplines, attracting top scholars, and partnering with prestigious institutions worldwide. With 232 professors in the top 1% of scientists and 54 named in the "Highly Cited Researchers 2025”, HKU ranks 13th globally for research influence. In the 2023/2024 academic year, our scholars published 6,698 research works and received 199 awards. Since 1998, we have been granted 1,430 patents, showcasing our strong commitment to innovation.

NURTURING AN INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVE

Our diverse student body comprises students from 94 countries, with over 45% being non-local students. Over 72% of our professoriate staff are non-local, enhancing our international perspective. We offer a broad range of disciplines across ten faculties, attracting top talent from around the world and enriching the academic experience.

GLOBAL IMPACT IS OUR GOAL

HKU aims to be a leading intellectual hub in Hong Kong, Mainland China, and Asia, serving as a gateway for global scholarship. Our vision is to create solutions that positively impact humanity today and for generations to come.

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Key Student Statistics

A breakdown of student statistics at the University of Hong Kong

gender ratio
Student gender ratio
56 F : 44 M (1)
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International student percentage
48% (1)
student per staff
Students per staff
17.8 (1)
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Student total
17668 (1)

Based on data collected for the (1) World University Rankings 2026

Jobs at the University of Hong Kong

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Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Inorganic/Materials Chemistry, Physical Chemistry

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Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Inorganic/Materials Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, and Photo-/Electro-Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry The Department of Chemistry at the University of Hong Kong takes pride in being ranked No. 1 among all Chemistry departments in the Hong Kong Research Assessment Exercise, a recognition of our outstanding research and high-quality teaching. Committed to sustaining excellence both regionally and globally, we continue to strive for academic leadership. As part of our strategic growth, we invite high-caliber academics with a strong publication record and innovative vision in Inorganic/Materials Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, and Photo-/Electro-Chemistry, who are also passionate about teaching and mentorship, to join our distinguished faculty. For more information about the Department, please visit: https://chemistry.hku.hk. The Position We now invite applications for appointment as Assistant Professor in the following strategic research areas: Inorganic/Materials Chemistry: Focus areas include metal complexes, quantum dots, and clusters for molecular activation and recognition; bioinorganic structures; and multi-modal contrast agents for MRI/PET. Physical Chemistry: We welcome candidates pioneering research in fundamental and applied areas such as (but not limited to) spectroscopy and dynamics, surface and interface science, theoretical and computational chemistry, or soft matter. Photo-/Electro-Chemistry: As a key applied sub-field, relevant themes encompass charge carrier dynamics and transport; transient state phenomena and spectroscopic techniques; in-situ and operando vibrational spectroscopic analysis (SERS, SEIRAS); and correlated surface probing using SECM and SNOM. Duties and Responsibilities Pursue and maintain a high-impact research program in the designated field; Disseminate research findings through publications in leading scientific journals and presentations at international conferences; Secure competitive external research funding and engage actively in collaborative research initiatives; Teach and mentor undergraduate and postgraduate students, contributing to the Department’s educational mission; and Participate in academic administration and service activities in support of the Department and University. Essential Requirements A Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or a closely related discipline; A demonstrated record of high-quality publications in leading scientific journals; Proven experience, or strong potential, in securing external research grants and engaging in collaborative projects; Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a commitment to working effectively in an academic environment; A strong dedication to high-quality teaching and student mentorship at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels; and Research expertise that complements and enhances the Department's existing strengths in materials, photo-/electro-chemistry, and nanomaterials. What We Offer The appointment will be made on fixed-term full-time contract for 3 years initially, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of the second three-year fixed-term contract. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave, professional leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totaling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. A start-up package commensurate with the needs and experience of the appointee will be provided. How to Apply The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload a covering letter, an up-to-date C.V. (including a list of publications), a teaching statement (maximum 2 pages), a research statement outlining current and future research plans and interests, and contact information of at least three referees. It is important to note that at least one of the referees should be able to comment, amongst other things, on the applicant’s research ability and his/her contribution to teaching or research in his/her department, while the remaining two should have knowledge of his/her recent academic or employment experience. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until June 30, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview.

Salary

Competitive Salary

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8 Dec 2025

Fractional Professor of Practice in Management and Strategy

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The University of Hong Kong

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Ref.: 533869 Work type: Fractional / Part-time, Full-time Department: Faculty of Business and Economics (07030) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Full-time / Fractional Professor of Practice in Management and Strategy (several posts) in the Faculty of Business and Economics (Ref.: 533869), to commence on July 1, 2026 or as soon as possible, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal. Applicants should possess a master’s degree and have a minimum of 15 years of professional work experience, with distinguished achievements at the senior management level in prestigious organizations. The successful candidate is expected to possess strong teaching skills and deliver high-quality teaching. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointments will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., teaching statement, and relevant teaching evaluations. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until August 31, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.

Salary

Competitive salary

Posted

5 Dec 2025

Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine

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Hong Kong

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The University of Hong Kong

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Ref.: 533931 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine (20700) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow (several posts) in the Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 533931), to commence as soon as possible for one or two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance. These posts are created specifically to bring new impetus and talent to the University’s research enterprise, and to meet the strategic research needs identified by the Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine. Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree with extensive research experience in cellular and molecular biology, cancer biology, immunology or virology; and preferably with basic laboratory skills of animal studies (mouse models). The appointees will conduct research projects related to influenza virus, coronavirus, or Epstein-Barr virus under the supervision of Professor Honglin Chen. The appointee may work off-campus occasionally on collaboration projects with other academic institutions and companies. Please find more details for research projects under Professor Honglin Chen’s lead at https://hub.hku.hk/cris/rp/rp00383. Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 526990) need not re-apply. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online, upload a cover letter and an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until March 31, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.

Salary

Competitive Salary

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12 Dec 2025

Tenure-track Professor/Associate Professor in Global Monetary Policy

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The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong

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The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong


Applications are invited for a joint appointment as Tenure-track Professor/Associate Professor in Global Monetary Policy at the School of Governance and Policy and the Faculty of Business and Economics (Ref.: 533848), to commence on July 6, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract. The appointment rank will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. Exceptionally outstanding candidate may be considered for appointment on direct tenure terms subject to the University’s approval. The School of Governance and Policy (SGP) Established in 2025, SGP aspires to be the leading global hub for governance and policy scholarship and education, rooted in Hong Kong’s unique role as a bridge between China and the world, empowering leaders across Asia and beyond with strategic insight, analytical rigor, and cross-sector collaboration. By fostering multidisciplinary knowledge, we aim to strengthen governance systems, enrich multilateral understanding, and drive transformative policy impact. Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will be expected to teach courses offered in postgraduate programmes related to monetary policy, and/or quantitative research. He/She will also contribute actively to research and knowledge exchange, programme development at postgraduate level, and assume service/administrative responsibilities as appropriate. Requirements Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in economics, public policy or a closely related field; strong teaching and outstanding research experience in any relevant specialism of quantitative research in central banks, global coordination of cross-border transmission, management of global financial crises, intersection of monetary and fiscal policy tools, and governance of digital currencies, among others; and an excellent track record in research, scholarly publications and competitive external funding.   What We Offer A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totaling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. How to Apply The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV with the contact information of 3 referees, 2 samples of a representative research output, a research plan of not more than 2 pages, and a teaching statement of not more than 2 pages. Review of applications will start on February 15, 2026 and continue until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.   The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

Salary

Competitive Salary

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8 Dec 2025

Postdoctoral Fellow in Astrophysics in the Department of Physics

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The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong

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The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong


Ref.: 532416 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Physics (25600) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Applications are invited for appointment as Postdoctoral Fellows in Astrophysics in the Department of Physics, The University of Hong Kong (Ref.: 532416), to commence as soon as possible for 24 months, with the possibility of renewal subject to performance and funding availability. Up to four positions are possible if suitable candidates can be identified. The candidate is expected to have a PhD degree in astrophysics or related principles and will work with Prof. Bing Zhang to conduct research in astrophysics. Recent works of Prof. Zhang can be found at https://www.physics.unlv.edu/~bzhang/. Candidates with research experience and a strong publication record in the directions of multi-messenger astrophysics, fast radio bursts, gamma-ray bursts, and other branches of high-energy astrophysics are preferred. Both theorists and observers are welcome to apply. Applicants who are in the process of completing a Ph.D. degree will also be considered. The starting time is flexible, ranging from immediately to the beginning of the fall semester in 2026. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., a publication list and a research statement. Applicants should also arrange two reference letters to be sent to Department of Physics (e-mail: physdept@hku.hk) directly by the referees. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until December 31, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

Salary

Competitive salary

Posted

3 Dec 2025

Subjects Taught at the University of Hong Kong

See below for a range of subjects taught at the University of Hong Kong

Arts and Humanities

  • Architecture
  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • History, Philosophy and Theology
  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics

Business and Economics

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business and Management
  • Economics and Econometrics

Computer Science

  • Computer Science

Education Studies

  • Education

Engineering

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • General Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Law

  • Law

Life Sciences

  • Agriculture and Forestry
  • Biological Sciences

Medical and Health

  • Medicine and Dentistry
  • Other Health

Physical Sciences

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy

Psychology

  • Psychology

Social Sciences

  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Geography
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Sociology

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HKU Pamphlet 2026.pdf

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International Admissions 2026.pdf

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JUPAS Admissions 2026.pdf

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