University of Hong Kong

Ref.: 537678 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Mechanical Engineering (14500) Categories: Teaching Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Lecturer in the Department of Mechanical Engineering (Ref.: 537678), to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance. Building upon our proud traditions and strengths, the mission of the Department of Mechanical Engineering is to engage in innovative, high-impact and leading-edge research and development; to create a learning environment that maximizes the potential of all students; to produce well-trained, enthusiastic engineers and research graduates across a broad range of mechanical engineering disciplines; and to serve the local and international community and industry. Information about the Department can be obtained at http://www.mech.hku.hk. We welcome candidates from the following area of Mechanical Engineering: Building Services Engineering (e.g. air conditioning and refrigeration, fire safety engineering, utility services, building energy management, and sustainability in the built environment). Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related engineering field, along with relevant tertiary teaching experience and demonstrated contributions to knowledge exchange, curriculum development, pedagogy, and administrative services. The Department places strong emphasis on experiential learning; proven experience in such approaches will be a definite advantage. The appointee will be responsible for delivering quality teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Duties include: Delivering high-quality instruction and course design for undergraduate and postgraduate modules; Supervising student capstone/ projects; Driving curriculum development and participating actively in knowledge exchange; and Contributing effectively to departmental committees and administrative duties. 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. together with a teaching statement, and at least three reference letters with specific comments on their competence. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until November 30, 2026 or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

Ref.: 537722 Work type: Fractional / Part-time Department: School of Future Media (31200) Categories: Teaching Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Part-time Teaching Assistant in the School of Future Media (Ref.: 537722) for Semester 2 of the 2026–27 academic year, from January to May 2027. The appointee will support the undergraduate Common Core course CCAI9034 Digital Health Citizen in the Age of AI: Communicating for Health and Wellbeing. The course explores how health information and AI shape personal choices and community wellbeing. Students learn to evaluate digital health information, recognise misinformation and bias, and design ethical, audience-centred health messages through case studies and AI-assisted campaign projects. Key Responsibilities Conduct tutorials and practical sessions: Lead discussions and hands-on activities on health communication, digital health literacy and AI; guide case analyses and campaign projects; and provide individual support with concepts introduced in lectures. Grade and provide feedback: Assess student work in coordination with the instructor, give constructive feedback, and respond to questions about assignments and course concepts. Support course administration and management: Help prepare, update and organise course materials and resources, including on Moodle, and assist with classroom activities and assessments. Foster an inclusive learning environment: Encourage participation from students of diverse backgrounds and support collaborative projects and engaging tutorial discussions. Maintain communication with the instructor: Report on student progress, attend meetings as needed, flag classroom issues, and keep abreast of relevant developments in AI and health communication. Requirements Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication, media studies, psychology, sociology, public health, or a related field. Strong command of written and spoken English. Professional or academic experience with AI and/or health communication is preferred. Working Hours and Compensation The position requires approximately 8 hours per week. The appointee must attend lectures on Wednesdays, 15:00–16:50, and lead assigned tutorials scheduled on Thursdays and Fridays. Duties also include preparation, grading and course administration within the weekly workload. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, calculated on an hourly basis. How to Apply The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should upload an up-to-date C.V. and a cover letter. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until November 30, 2026.

Ref.: 537766 Work type: Full-time Department: Faculty of Social Sciences (30000) Categories: Professoriate Staff Professor/Associate Professor in Sociology (Social Stratification and Inequality / Population Studies) (Ref.: 537766) Applications are invited for appointment as Professor / Associate Professor in Sociology (Social Stratification and Inequality / Population Studies) in the Department of Sociology, to commence on September 1, 2027, or as soon as possible thereafter, on a three-year fixed-term contract with the possibility of renewal, or on direct tenure terms for exceptionally outstanding candidates subject to the University’s approval. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Sociology, Demography/Population Studies, or a closely related discipline, and demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and academic leadership. They should demonstrate an exceptional track record of scholarly leadership, including: High-impact publications in leading sociology, demography, or interdisciplinary social science journals; A proven record of securing competitive external research funding; Excellence in teaching and curriculum development at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels; and A strong commitment to mentoring Ph.D. students and junior faculty, as well as contributing to departmental and research centre leadership. The Department seeks candidates whose work addresses fundamental sociological questions regarding how social, economic, and demographic processes shape contemporary societies. We welcome applications from scholars working in one or more of the following areas: Social Stratification, Mobility, and Inequality (including wealth and income inequality, labour markets, economic sociology, and the future of work); Fertility, Family, and Gender (including low fertility, marriage and family dynamics, and gender inequality); Population Processes and the Life Course (including population ageing, health disparities, migration, and intergenerational dynamics); Sociology of Education and Skill Formation; or Quantitative, Longitudinal, or Computational Sociology addressing major patterns of social and demographic change. Applicants employing rigorous empirical approaches—particularly those leveraging longitudinal surveys, administrative data, causal inference, or mixed/comparative methods—are especially encouraged to apply. Existing expertise in Hong Kong, Mainland China, East Asia, or comparative global contexts—or a strong research agenda that bridges international scholarship with East Asian societies—would be a distinct advantage. The University of Hong Kong Founded in 1911, the University of Hong Kong has attained its pre-eminence as a research-led comprehensive university through upholding the highest international standards of excellence in its research pursuits, scholarship, teaching and learning, and service to the community. The University is consistently ranked amongst the world’s top universities: 11th in the QS World University Rankings 2027, 1st in the QS Asia University Rankings 2027, and 33rd in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2027. More information about HKU can be found at https://hku.hk/. Department of Sociology The Department of Sociology was founded in 1967 as the first sociology department in Hong Kong. It is based within the Faculty of Social Sciences and encompasses sociology, demography, criminology, and anthropology, fostering an interdisciplinary approach to the study of social issues anywhere in the world. The Department has strong traditions in qualitative research, particularly ethnographic and participatory methods, and has expanded its expertise in quantitative research, social statistics and demography. Building on these strengths, the Department plays a leading role in the Research Hub of Population Studies (established in 2024 to foster interdisciplinary demographic research) and the HKU Stone Centre for Socio-Economic Inequality (established in 2025). The 2026 QS World University Ranking rated the Department 24th in the world in Sociology. The Department offers a range of innovative and engaging taught programmes, including undergraduate major/minor programmes in Sociology, Criminology, and Media & Cultural Studies. In addition to research postgraduate degrees, it also offers three taught postgraduate programmes in Sociology, Criminology, and Media, Culture and Creative Cities. Its faculty, research postgraduate students and post-doctoral fellows are actively engaged in cutting-edge research and excel in producing excellent scholarly research in the social sciences. The Department is also home to the HKU Anthropology Research Network. Information about the Department can be obtained at https://sociology.hku.hk. What We Offer A competitive remuneration package 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 be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload (1) a cover letter, (2) an up-to-date C.V., (3) a research statement and (4) a teaching statement, and state the contact information of three referees on the online application form. At least one of the referees should comment on your research/teaching ability and your contribution to research/teaching in your Department, while the remaining two should have knowledge of your recent academic or employment experience. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until January 31, 2027, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.  Informal enquiries about the post and the Department may be directed to Professor Tarani Chandola, Head of the Department of Sociology at socihr@hku.hk.