Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Medicine (20600)
Categories: Professoriate Staff

Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Clinical Assistant Professor in Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics in the Department of Medicine (Ref.: 494126), to commence as soon as possible, on a four-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and with consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second four-year fixed-term contract.

Applicants should possess a medical qualification registrable with the Medical Council of Hong Kong, and a higher professional qualification of Specialty Fellowship of the relevant Hong Kong college under the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine or equivalent.  They should have demonstrated accomplishment in teaching of medical undergraduates, and organization and development of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.  An established research record, substantial achievements in research publications and a track record of successful grant applications are expected.  Applicants should also have extensive experience in managing patients with acute and chronic medical problems.  The appointee is expected to deliver clinical services and patient care at the University’s teaching hospitals.  Direct communication with patients is required and the languages employed are English, Cantonese and Putonghua.  The appointee may have an interest in a specialty other than clinical pharmacology, but would be expected to develop skills in clinical toxicology and clinical trials.

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 appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary.  A monthly cash allowance will be offered to the successful candidate.   Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable.

The University only accepts online application for the above post.  Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., and at least 3 reference letters.  Review of applications will start on May 16, 2019 and continue until May 30, 2019, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.