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Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Geography
- Recruiter
- THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
- Location
- Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong
- Posted
- 27 Sep 2023
- End of advertisement period
- 31 Oct 2023
- Ref
- 523192
- Academic Discipline
- Social Sciences, Geography
- Contract Type
- Fixed Term
- Hours
- Full Time
Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Geography (30900)
Categories: Teaching Staff
Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Geography (Ref.: 523192)
The Department of Geography at the University of Hong Kong invites applications for appointment as Assistant Lecturer, to commence on January 1, 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Duties and Responsibilities
The appointee will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in geographic information system (GIS) and related fields, such as GIS Workshop (including GIS programming) and Advanced GIS (including transportation planning). The candidate will also be required to conduct research on geospatial data science and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
Essential Requirements
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. in Geography or a related discipline, with demonstrated experience in teaching and research in GIS and geospatial data science. Applicants should also have a strong record of publications and presentations in relevant fields.
Desirable Attributes
Initiative to meet self-identified professional development goals.
What We Offer
The appointment will be made on a one-year temporary basis, renewable on a yearly basis for another four years subject to satisfactory performance. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits, and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.
How to Apply
The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date CV. Closes October 31, 2023.