Lecturer, School of Nursing
- Recruiter
- THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
- Location
- Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong
- Posted
- 27 Jan 2021
- End of advertisement period
- 23 Mar 2021
- Ref
- 503133
- Academic Discipline
- Clinical, Pre-clinical & Health, Other Health & Social Care
- Contract Type
- Fixed Term
- Hours
- Full Time
The University of Hong Kong 's highest priorities are to create opportunities for the very best academic talents to excel and to advance human knowledge to the benefit of society. We serve the needs of Hong Kong, the wider region and the rest of the world.
Work type: Full-time
Department: School of Nursing (20800)
Categories: Academic-related Staff
Applications are invited for appointment as Lecturer in the School of Nursing (Ref.: 503133), to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.
Applicants should possess a Master’s degree, preferably a doctoral degree, in Nursing or a healthcare-related discipline; and be a holder of a valid Registered Nurse/Registered Midwife Practising Certificate issued by the Nursing/Midwives Council of Hong Kong, plus a minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification teaching experience in nursing at tertiary institutions. They should have classroom and clinical teaching experience in undergraduate and/or postgraduate programmes, and be competent in curriculum development, preferably in midwifery. Mentoring skills and fluency in both English and Cantonese are essential. Academic research experience would be an advantage. The appointee will play a leading role in nursing education and be responsible for the teaching and coordination of nursing courses. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview.
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.
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 2 reference letters with specific comments on their competence. Review of applications will start on February 9, 2021 and continue until March 23, 2021, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.