Lingnan University Hong Kong

Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations. Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/. Applications are now invited for the following post: Assistant Professor of Teaching Master of Science in Cross-disciplinary Technologies+ Doctor of Smart Manufacturing Wu Jieh Yee School of Interdisciplinary Studies (Post Ref.: 26/99) The Wu Jieh Yee School of Interdisciplinary Studies (WJYSIS) was established to deepen interdisciplinary studies and scholarly collaboration. WJYSIS positions at the fusion of excellence of interdisciplinary research and education. The School’s strategic areas are centred with the theme of sustainability and embraced by the fundamental engineering science and lead to smart future. WJYSIS is looking for experienced Assistant Professors of Teaching who will (i) teach multiple subjects in Master of Science in Cross-disciplinary Technologies+ (MScCT+) and Doctor of Smart Manufacturing (DSM), focusing on information systems, business and data analytics, electronic business, digital marketing and new media, smart manufacturing, artificial intelligence, etc., (ii) work on the promotions and admissions as well as the operations for MScCT+ and DSM, and (iii) contribute to other administrative duties as required by the supervisors. General Requirements Candidates should have (i) a doctoral degree in engineering, data science, computer science, business, information systems, artificial intelligence, or other relevant areas; (ii) a minimum of 3 years’ experience in teaching relevant courses and relevant programme administrative experience; and (iii) good command of English and Chinese (including Mandarin). Candidates who possess a strong academic background but have less teaching experience, or those with lower qualifications but substantial teaching experience, will also be considered. Appointment The conditions of appointment will be competitive. The remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund, gratuity and incoming passage and baggage allowance for the eligible appointee. Application Procedure (online application only) Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

RGC Junior Research Fellow Scheme (JRFS) - 2027/28 Exercise Postdoctoral Fellow (Post Ref.: 26/777) Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations. Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/. The RGC Junior Research Fellow Scheme (JRFS, formerly known as RGC Postdoctoral Fellowship Scheme) aims at providing promising local and non-local postdoctoral researchers at UGC-funded universities with support at a pivotal time in their very early career, as well as supporting their transition, as applicable, in taking up Assistant Professor (Asst P) or Research Assistant Professor (RAP) positions at UGC-funded universities during the fellowship period, so as to nurture and expand a pool of research talents with a view to propelling research and development in Hong Kong and fostering a research culture. The Fellowship supports each awardee with a full-time appointment as Postdoctoral Fellow (PdF) at the supporting university for a period of 24 months, with an optional extension to 36 months upon request, and provides research support funding for the JRFS awardee at (i) above who have successfully completed their postdoctoral stage and have become Assistant Professor (Asst P, tenure-track or non-tenure track) or Research Assistant Professor (RAP) at the supporting university during the 24-month fellowship. Terms and Benefits a) HK$34,700 per month as the basic salary; b) a top-up amount of HK$10,000 per month will be provided to the appointee in addition to the basic salary; c) HK$13,600 per year for conference and research-related travel allowance; d) fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund, gratuity and incoming passage and baggage allowance for the eligible appointees. Eligibility Applicants should have obtained/ been conferred a PhD degree or an equivalent qualification on or after 1 January 2023 (i.e. not more than three years before 2026), or will complete the requirement of a PhD degree or an equivalent qualification by 31 August 2027. Applicants must obtain a legal right to work and reside in Hong Kong during the fellowship period. IMPORTANT NOTE: Candidates applying for this Fellowship will not be considered by RGC for the JC STEM Early Career Research Fellowship for Translation and Application in the same year. Application Procedure Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application before 25 September 2026. Applicants shall provide CVs, academic qualification proofs, and supporting documents. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will start from mid-September 2026 and continue until the posts are filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations. Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/. Applications are now invited for the following post: Postdoctoral Fellow Hong Kong Institute of Business Studies (Post Ref.: 26/152) The Faculty of Business (https://www.ln.edu.hk/fb/) at Lingnan University has been accredited by the Association to Advanced Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). The Faculty plays an important role in educating students about cutting-edge, practical knowledge and skills, improving students' academic and professional capabilities, as well as enhancing students' awareness on social responsibilities. Furthermore, we have been devoting every effort to the sustainable development of Lingnan University in the academic community and the substantive realization of our values and mission in the Hong Kong society and the world. The appointee is expected to (a) conduct independent and collaborative research; (b) teach multiple subjects in both undergraduate-level and postgraduate-level programmes of the Faculty. The appointee will work for the Office of the Faculty of Business and Hong Kong Institute of Business Studies, and may be required to undertake certain administrative duties as required by supervisor(s). General Requirements Applicants should hold a PhD degree or an equivalent qualification in management science, operations research or other relevant fields for no more than three years prior to the commencement of the appointment. Applicants should have a strong track record in research evidenced by quality research output in line with international standards. He/she should have strong commitment to research and have an excellent command of English and Chinese (including Mandarin). The appointees are expected to submit applications for RGC grants, other local/overseas competitive grants and/or fellowship schemes. Appointment The conditions of appointment will be competitive. The remuneration will be commensurate with qualification and experience. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund, gratuity and incoming passage and baggage allowance for the eligible appointee. Appointment will be normally made on an initial contract for one year. Application Procedure (online application only) Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Applicants should provide a CV and information about their work experience, qualifications, research interests and achievements. A statement of their publications and of any works in progress currently under review are required. Applicants shall also provide names and contact information of at least three referees to whom applicants’ consent has been given for their providing references. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will begin in June 2026 until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.