University of Hong Kong

Ref.: 534597 Work type: Full-time Department: Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine (20000) Categories: Professoriate Staff HKUMed is now seeking exceptional candidates in the following or related disciplines to join its ranks: Anaesthesiology/ Cancer Medicine/ Clinical Oncology/ Community Medicine/ Critical Care Medicine/ Diagnostic Radiology/ Emergency Medicine/ Family Medicine and Primary Care/ Medical Oncology/ Medicine/ Microbiology/ Obstetrics and Gynaecology/ Ophthalmology/ Orthopaedics and Traumatology/ Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine/ Pathology/ Psychiatry/ Surgery Applications are invited for appointments as Tenure-Track Clinical Professor/ Clinical Associate Professor/ Clinical Assistant Professor (several posts) in the LKS Faculty of Medicine (Ref.: 534597), to commence as soon as possible, on a four-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second four-year fixed-term contract. Exceptionally outstanding candidate for Clinical Professor may be considered for appointment on tenure terms. Clinical Professor Applicants should possess a specialist registration with the Hong Kong Medical Council (or be eligible to apply to the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine for the Certification of Specialist Registration), and preferably other relevant higher academic qualification (e.g. MD, MS, PhD). They should have a distinguished and sustained record of high-quality impactful research, as indicated by publications and competitive grants, with demonstrated clinical excellence. They should also have achieved international recognition for scholarship and professional expertise. In addition, applicants should demonstrate a strong commitment to, and evidence of, excellence in teaching, curriculum development, capacity building, mentoring early career researchers and supervision at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Preference will be given to those with demonstrated administrative leadership in universities or healthcare settings. Appointees shall be mapped to the relevant departments and take up a key role in achieving the highest standard of quality in all aspects of its teaching, research and clinical programmes; fostering academic collaboration within and outside the Faculty/University; as well as pursuing new strategic directions for the further development of their respective departments. They may be assigned to discharge duties at hospital(s) and clinic(s) affiliated with HKU Health System. Clinical Associate Professor/ Clinical Assistant Professor Applicants should possess a medical qualification registrable with the Medical Council of Hong Kong, with the attainment of the status as Fellow of the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine or equivalent. They should display strong clinical acumen and skills in the relevant specialty, with demonstrated experience in teaching medical students, interns and trainees. Proven capacity to initiate and contribute to basic, clinical and/or translational research is essential. It is also advantageous to have a higher academic qualification (e.g. MD, MS, PhD). Appointees shall be mapped to the relevant departments with a strategic role to play in growing the clinical services. They shall also focus on the education of medical students, postgraduate teaching and supervision, as well as academic research. They may be assigned to discharge duties at hospital(s) and clinic(s) affiliated with HKU Health System. Those with less qualifications and experiences may be considered for appointment as Clinical Assistant Professor. There will be opportunities for academic growth, career development and mentorship, with protected time for educational and clinical research activities, depending on the appointees’ interests and accomplishments. Information about respective teaching departments can be obtained at https://www.med.hku.hk/en/depts/teaching. 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 appointments will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. A start-up package that is commensurate with the needs and experience of the appointee will be provided. A monthly cash allowance will be offered to the successful candidates. Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online at the University's career site (http://jobs.hku.hk), with (a) an executive summary describing their most outstanding accomplishments and qualifications; (b) an up-to-date C.V. highlighting their best publications in recent years; and (c) a 1-page description of their future research and career plan. Review of applications will start from May 11, 2026 and continue until September 10, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier. The University of Hong Kong is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency.

Ref.: 534681 Work type: Full-time Department: Faculty of Law (18100) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Founded in 1911, the University of Hong Kong is committed to the highest international standards of excellence in teaching and research, and has been at the international forefront of academic scholarship for many years. The University has a comprehensive range of study programmes and research disciplines spread across 10 faculties and over 140 academic departments and institutes/centres. There are over 27,700 undergraduate and postgraduate students who are recruited globally, and more than 2,000 members of academic and academic-related staff coming from multi-cultural backgrounds, many of whom are internationally renowned. Applications are invited for Research Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Law, to commence on September 1, 2026 or as soon as possible, for two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal. The Faculty of Law is the longest established law school in Hong Kong. It plays a leading role in legal education in Hong Kong and Asia, through its various undergraduate, research postgraduate, and taught postgraduate programmes covering a wide range of legal subject areas. It is the largest and oldest law teaching institution in Hong Kong, currently consisting of over 80 teaching members and over 2,600 undergraduate and postgraduate students. The Faculty welcomes applications from outstanding candidates who specialize in Law and Low-Altitude Economy. Applicants should normally have a first degree in Law (eg LLB, BA(Jurisprudence) and JD), and an additional postgraduate degree in Law (eg LLM, PhD, D Phil and SJD). Those who do not have an additional postgraduate degree in Law are also encouraged to apply if there is evidence of a strong publication record and relevant experience in teaching, legal practice or the judiciary, or if they possess a postgraduate degree in a non-law discipline. Applicants for the Professorship should be outstanding academics with an international reputation as leaders in their field. Applicants for Associate Professorship should be able to demonstrate excellence in teaching and research. Applicants for Assistant Professorship should be academically strong and demonstrate potential for excellence as teachers and researchers. The appointee will be expected to make a significant contribution to the Faculty’s research profile, by producing high-quality research and actively participating in research communities. He or she will also be expected to contribute to the development and delivery of teaching on the Faculty’s undergraduate and taught postgraduate programmes (including the Juris Doctor degree programme). The appointee will be responsible for the research, teaching and development of courses in the areas of law mentioned above. Information about the Faculty can be found at http://www.law.hku.hk/. For enquiry, please email to dolsen@hku.hk). A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, together with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 15% of basic salary. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries. The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V., with details of relevant experience and course teaching interests. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until April 6, 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.: 534646 Work type: Full-time Department: The Hong Kong Jockey Club Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention (30002) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Post-doctoral Fellow in the Hong Kong Jockey Club Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention within the Faculty of Social Sciences (Ref.: 534646) We now invite applications for the captioned post. Duties and Responsibilities Drive research activities towards defined goals and priorities within a specified timeline Perform advanced level of data analysis (quantitative and qualitative) Advance knowledge based on the data and disseminate it through peer-review journals or other means Draft proposals, reports and presentations relevant to the projects Liaise with project collaborators and partners Mentor junior research staff Support and perform other duties as assigned Requirements a Ph.D. degree in Psychology, Social Sciences, Social Work, Public Policy, Public Health or related disciplines A strong sense of self-motivation, responsibility, and work ethics Good analytical, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills The ability to multi-task and work on a tight schedule to meet project deadlines The ability to work well independently and collaboratively as a team The capacity to develop and pursue a coherent research agenda The ability to develop a body of high-quality publications in scholarly journals with global impact Proficiency in statistical software packages, including R and SPSS, for large and complex data analysis What We Offer The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a 1-year temporary basis, with the possibility of renewal 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 application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until March 31, 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