The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

SCHOOL OF ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE Assistant Professor in Economics (Ref. 250922015) With over 85 years of rich heritage, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has evolved alongside society and made pivotal contributions to the development of Hong Kong, the Nation and the world. The University pursues world-class excellence in education, research and knowledge transfer to nurture socially responsible leaders and professionals, as well as to drive impactful research and innovation. PolyU will strive to continually excel as an innovative world-class university that makes a positive impact on society, living up to the University’s motto: “To learn and to apply, for the benefit of mankind”. Ranked among the top 100 universities globally by well-known ranking organisations such as Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), Times Higher Education (THE) and U.S. News & World Report, PolyU offers a wide range of world-class educational and research programmes in seven faculties and three independent schools. PolyU has furthermore achieved commendable results in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 – it is ranked in the global top 30 for seven subjects, is first in Hong Kong for three subjects, and is in the global top 100 for 26 subjects. For further details about the University, please visit PolyU’s website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/. The School of Accounting and Finance is one of the constituent units of the Faculty of Business and is the longest established accounting school in Hong Kong with over 80 full-time academic as well as teaching staff in the areas of accounting, finance, economics, and law. The School has adequate resources to support a variety of research interests and activities, and has comparative advantage in promoting cross-disciplinary research that is needed in the modern business world. The School has maintained an excellent network with overseas and Mainland China institutions for collaborative work. The research of our Faculty of Business has been ranked 35 in the world (The UTD Top 100 Worldwide Business School Rankings based on research contributions for the period 2020-2024). During the last few years, faculty members were successful in publishing their research papers in top-tier refereed journals, including Journal of Finance, Journal of Financial Economics, Review of Financial Studies, Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis, The Accounting Review, Journal of Accounting and Economics, Journal of Accounting Research, Review of Accounting Studies and Contemporary Accounting Research. Please visit the website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/af/ for more information about the School. Enquiries about the post specification can be forwarded to Prof. Nancy Su, Head of the School of Accounting and Finance. Duties The appointee will be required to: ​​​​​(a)   initiate, lead and participate in scholarly research in their areas of expertise and be active in research leading to quality journal publications and in bidding for external research grants and applied research projects; (b)   conduct research in related areas and contribute to the development of the School’s research strengths; (c)   supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects and theses; (d)   undertake teaching duties at various levels in the area of economics; (e)   engage in programme/curriculum planning, development and administration; and (f)    perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of School or her delegates. Qualifications Applicants should have: (a)   a PhD degree in a related discipline; (b)   a proven record in research and scholarships; (c)   solid experience in teaching and a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and research; and (d)  excellent communication skills and the ability to use English as the medium of instruction. Conditions of Service 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. For general information on terms and conditions for appointment of academic staff in the University, please visit the website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/docdrive/careers/doc/Prof.pdf.  Application Please submit an application through PolyU’s career website (https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/academic). Consideration of applications will commence on 6 October 2025 until the position is filled. The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/. PolyU is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering an environment that embraces diversity and demonstrates inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and experiences where all members of the University are treated with fairness, dignity and respect. To learn more about the University’s “Statement on Equal Opportunities, Diversity, and Inclusion”, please visit our website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/equal_opportunities_diversity_and_inclusion/.

SCHOOL OF ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE Assistant Professor in Finance (several posts) (Ref. 250922014) With over 85 years of rich heritage, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has evolved alongside society and made pivotal contributions to the development of Hong Kong, the Nation and the world. The University pursues world-class excellence in education, research and knowledge transfer to nurture socially responsible leaders and professionals, as well as to drive impactful research and innovation. PolyU will strive to continually excel as an innovative world-class university that makes a positive impact on society, living up to the University’s motto: “To learn and to apply, for the benefit of mankind”. Ranked among the top 100 universities globally by well-known ranking organisations such as Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), Times Higher Education (THE) and U.S. News & World Report, PolyU offers a wide range of world-class educational and research programmes in seven faculties and three independent schools. PolyU has furthermore achieved commendable results in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 – it is ranked in the global top 30 for seven subjects, is first in Hong Kong for three subjects, and is in the global top 100 for 26 subjects. For further details about the University, please visit PolyU’s website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/. The School of Accounting and Finance is one of the constituent units of the Faculty of Business and is the longest established accounting school in Hong Kong with over 80 full-time academic as well as teaching staff in the areas of accounting, finance, economics, and law. The School has adequate resources to support a variety of research interests and activities, and has comparative advantage in promoting cross-disciplinary research that is needed in the modern business world. The School has maintained an excellent network with overseas and Mainland China institutions for collaborative work. The research of our Faculty of Business has been ranked 35 in the world (The UTD Top 100 Worldwide Business School Rankings based on research contributions for the period 2020-2024). During the last few years, faculty members were successful in publishing their research papers in top-tier refereed journals, including Journal of Finance, Journal of Financial Economics, Review of Financial Studies, Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis, The Accounting Review, Journal of Accounting and Economics, Journal of Accounting Research, Review of Accounting Studies and Contemporary Accounting Research. Please visit the website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/af/ for more information about the School. Enquiries about the post specification can be forwarded to Prof. Nancy Su, Head of the School of Accounting and Finance. Duties The appointees will be required to: (a)   initiate, lead and participate in scholarly research in their areas of expertise and be active in research leading to quality journal publications and in bidding for external research grants and applied research projects; (b)   conduct research in related areas and contribute to the development of the School’s research strengths; (c)   supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects and theses; (d)   undertake teaching duties at various levels in the area of finance; (e)   engage in programme/curriculum planning, development and administration; and (f)   perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of School or her delegates. Qualifications Applicants should have: (a)   a PhD degree in a related discipline; (b)   a proven record in research and scholarships; (c)   solid experience in teaching and a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and research; and (d)   excellent communication skills and the ability to use English as the medium of instruction. Conditions of Service 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. For general information on terms and conditions for appointment of academic staff in the University, please visit the website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/docdrive/careers/doc/Prof.pdf.  Application Please submit an application through PolyU’s career website (https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/academic). Consideration of applications will commence on 6 October 2025 until the positions are filled. The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/. PolyU is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering an environment that embraces diversity and demonstrates inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and experiences where all members of the University are treated with fairness, dignity and respect. To learn more about the University’s “Statement on Equal Opportunities, Diversity, and Inclusion”, please visit our website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/equal_opportunities_diversity_and_inclusion/.

OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT (KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER) Vice President (Knowledge Transfer) (Ref. 251030014-IE) The Institution With over 85 years of rich heritage, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has evolved alongside society and made pivotal contributions to the development of Hong Kong, the Nation and the world. The University pursues world-class excellence in education, research and knowledge transfer to nurture socially responsible leaders and professionals, as well as to drive impactful research and innovation. PolyU will strive to continually excel as an innovative world-class university that makes a positive impact on society, living up to the University’s motto: “To learn and to apply, for the benefit of mankind”. Ranked among the top 100 universities globally by well-known ranking organisations such as Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), Times Higher Education (THE) and U.S. News & World Report, PolyU offers a wide range of world-class educational and research programmes in seven faculties and three independent schools. PolyU has furthermore achieved commendable results in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 – it is ranked in the global top 30 for seven subjects, is first in Hong Kong for three subjects, and is in the global top 100 for 26 subjects. For further details about the University, please visit PolyU’s website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/. The University is now inviting applications and nominations for the post of Vice President (Knowledge Transfer).  Reporting to the Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation), the appointee will be a member of the Central Management Team overseeing the planning and implementation of the University’s strategic agenda in knowledge transfer, technology commercialisation, entrepreneurship and engagement with the Chinese Mainland for knowledge transfer purposes, ensuring that the University’s research excellence translates into societal and economic impact as set out below. Job Functions The appointee will be required to: (a) lead the formulation and execution of the University’s knowledge transfer initiatives and strategies, including technology licensing, contract research, consultancy, the incubation of start-up/spin-off companies to maximise industry and social impact; (b) develop and oversee the implementation of entrepreneurship programmes that nurture innovation and support start-up ventures among staff, students and alumni;  (c) cultivate a dynamic and collaborative ecosystem for knowledge transfer and entrepreneurship by establishing and strengthening strategic partnerships with leading industry, government, academic institutions and community leaders, with particular emphasis on opportunities in the Chinese Mainland and the Greater Bay Area, to facilitate impactful knowledge transfer and advance social innovation endeavours;  (d) drive the University’s engagement and collaboration initiatives to strengthen the University’s presence, influence and competitiveness on a global scale; and  (e) perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) or his/her delegates. Qualifications Applicants should: (a) have a postgraduate degree or terminal professional qualifications and sound professional credentials; (b) have demonstrated capability and a proven track record in formulating strategies and execution of knowledge transfer, technology commercialisation, entrepreneurship development, business development with solid experience acquired in a senior management capacity in large and complex organisations; preferably with exposure to the Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland contexts; (c) have extensive local and regional networks with the industry, business, government and professional sectors; (d) be a visionary and inspiring leader with an excellent drive for performance; (e) have exceptional communications, interpersonal and presentation skills to engage and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders at all levels, both regionally and internationally; and   (f) have an excellent command of both written and spoken English and Chinese, with proficiency in Putonghua being a definite advantage. Remuneration and Conditions of Service Terms of appointment and remuneration package are negotiable and highly competitive. Application and Nomination Please submit applications and nominations to Director of Human Resources, 13/F, Li Ka Shing Tower, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong or via email to hr.vpkt@polyu.edu.hk. Consideration of applications and nominations will commence in mid-November 2025 until the position is filled. All applications and nominations will be treated in strict confidence. Applicants may visit http://www.polyu.edu.hk for general information about the University. The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/en/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/. PolyU is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering an environment that embraces diversity and demonstrates inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and experiences where all members of the University are treated with fairness, dignity and respect. To learn more about the University’s “Statement on Equal Opportunities, Diversity, and Inclusion”, please visit our website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/equal_opportunities_diversity_and_inclusion/.