Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Family Medicine and Primary Care, School of Clinical Medicine (22500)
Categories: Professoriate Staff

Applications are invited for appointment as Non-Tenure Track Clinical Associate Professor/Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and Primary Care, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 517449), to commence as soon as possible, on a four-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal.  

The Department of Family Medicine and Primary Care aims to produce doctors to practise medicine of the highest standard and in the best interests of their patients and the community, and to inspire them to strive for and achieve academic excellence.  It is the mission of the Department to promote quality primary care through education, patient-centred service and research in family medicine.   

Applicants should possess a primary medical qualification registrable with the Medical Council of Hong Kong and a higher qualification in general practice/family medicine, and preferably a FHKAM (Family Medicine) or equivalent specialist qualification.  They should demonstrate excellence in clinical services; have a strong commitment and experience in undergraduate teaching; and exhibit the capacity and potential in research.  They should also be fluent in both English and Cantonese although teaching, research and professional activities are conducted in English. 

The appointee is expected to participate in the planning and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate medical education programmes in Family Medicine; conduct clinical research; develop and provide clinical services in primary care in the HKUMed affiliated hospitals and clinics including the HKU-Shenzhen Hospital; and contribute to administrative duties in the Department, Faculty and University.  Information about the post can be obtained from Professor Cindy Lam at clklam@hku.hk.  

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, totaling 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 curriculum vitae including a publication list highlighting their best papers.  Review of applications will start from January 8, 2023 and continue until February 8, 2023 or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.