Work type: Full-time
Department: Medical Ethics and Humanities Unit (20005)
Categories: Professoriate Staff

Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Non-Clinical Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the Medical Ethics and Humanities Unit (Ref.: 502455), to commence as soon as possible, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and with consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second fixed-term contract.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Education, Science, Social Science, Arts or a related field, preferably with clinical background and experience in medical humanities and ethics.  They should also have a proven track record in both teaching and research activities in one or more of the diverse fields that contribute to the ethical and humanistic dimensions of medical research and practice, as well as a good understanding of the local medical training culture and healthcare system.  Excellent communication skills that enable meaningful dialogues and collaborations at the interface between medicine, healthcare and a range of humanities disciplines, and a good network of Hong Kong’s civic sectors or NGOs with potential teaching partners of Medical Humanities programme, are desirable.  Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 502080) need not re-apply.

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.  Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable.

The University only accepts online application for the above post.  Applicants should apply online, accompanied by an up-to-date C.V., an indication of research orientation and specialty of interest, as well as names of at least 3 referees who are able to comment on the applicant’s academic abilities and contributions.  Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until March 31, 2021 or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.