Tenure-Track Clinical Professor / Clinical Associate Professor in Neurology

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

Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Clinical Professor/Clinical Associate Professor in Neurology in the Department of Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 519458), 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 an established international reputation in the medical field and demonstrate outstanding accomplishments in teaching and curriculum development, and a strong commitment to excellence in organizing undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.  A distinguished record of research, substantial achievements in research publications and an excellent track record of successful grant applications are expected.  They should also have extensive experience and expertise in managing patients with acute and chronic medical problems in neurology.  Direct communication with patients is required and the languages employed are English, Cantonese and Putonghua.

The appointee is expected to supervise junior doctors; deliver clinical service and patient care at the University’s teaching hospitals; participate in the planning and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes; conduct research in neurology; and contribute to administrative duties in the Department, Hospitals and Faculty.  Information about the Department can be obtained at http://www.hku.hk/medicine/

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.  They should indicate clearly which level they wish to be considered for.  Review of applications will start on March 21, 2023 and continue until May 6, 2023, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.