University of Hong Kong

Ref.: 536203 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Psychology (30200) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Psychological Health and AI in the Department of Psychology (Ref.: 536203, to commence on December 1, 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and with consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract. The appointment rank will be determined based on qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. Exceptionally outstanding candidates may be considered for appointment on tenure terms subject to approval.) As the first psychology department in Hong Kong, established in 1968, our department has a rich history of academic excellence. Ranked 3rd in Asia and 35th worldwide in the 2026 QS World University Ranking in the subject of Psychology, our 25 faculty members and over 100 research postgraduates and postdoctoral fellows actively engage in a wide range of research areas, including clinical and health psychology, cognitive psychology and neuropsychology, developmental and educational psychology, human neuroscience and artificial intelligence, as well as social and personality psychology. Our department offers comprehensive undergraduate, taught postgraduate, MPhil, and PhD programs in psychology. We also support open science and strive for high integrity, trustworthy, replicable and reproducible research. We value diverse research methodologies. Further information about the Department can be obtained at https://psychology.hku.hk/. Applicant must hold a Ph.D. in Psychology or a related discipline, demonstrating expertise in applying Artificial Intelligence to address pressing mental health challenges. Candidates with a strong interdisciplinary foundation in psychological theories and AI techniques are particularly encouraged to apply. Additionally, demonstrated excellence in teaching is considered an essential qualification for this role, reflecting our commitment to fostering an outstanding educational environment. To apply for Professor, candidates should also demonstrate evidence of international standing in the field and a proven track record of impactful research, publications, external grants and leadership. The appointee is expected to maintain an active research programme, and be responsible for teaching courses and supervising students at both graduate and undergraduate levels, as well as contributing to the administration of academic programmes. 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. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload (1) an up-to-date CV, (2) a research statement, (3) a teaching statement, and (4) state the contact information of three referees on the online application form. Enquiries about the post can be sent to the Chair of Selection Committee (hrpsyc@hku.hk). Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until July 31, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Ref.: 536323 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Biomedical Sciences (22600) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Research Assistant Professor in the School of Biomedical Sciences (Ref.: 536323) We now invite applications for the captioned post. Duties and Responsibilities To lead highly innovative research projects in DNA nanotechnology, biomedical materials science, synthetic biology and related areas. To build global interdisciplinary collaborations in related research areas with biomedical impact. To secure external competitive grants. To supervise and co-supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students. To be actively involved in innovative teaching in biomedical sciences and biomedical engineering. To perform other duties as assigned Requirements A Ph.D. degree, preferably in biomedical sciences, biochemistry, chemistry, materials science, or related fields. At least 2–3 years of postdoctoral research experience is preferred. Strong background in DNA nanotechnology and interdisciplinary research. Strong track record of high-quality research, demonstrated by publications and successful grant applications. Experience in mentoring and teaching. Excellent project management and organizational skills. A high sense of responsibility and research integrity, with the ability to work independently, collaboratively, and under pressure. What We Offer The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a 1-year temporary basis. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, with the possibility of renewal up to 3 years subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. 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 at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start from June 1, 2026 and continue until June 25, 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.: 536310 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Public Health (22400) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-track Professor/ Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor in Global Health (several posts), School of Public Health (Ref.: 536310), to commence as soon as possible on a three-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of renewal, and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract, subject to satisfactory performance. Exceptionally outstanding candidates may be considered for appointment on tenure terms. Applicants should possess (i) a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in public health and epidemiology, economics, political science, geography, medical anthropology, medical sociology, international health law or a related discipline; (ii) prior research experience in development studies, health systems research, global public health, primary health care, or implementation science; (iii) a strong track record of high-quality research as indicated by publication record and external grants; (iv) evidence of international recognition with a demonstrated ability to work across discipline towards new research initiatives; and (v) a strong commitment to teaching students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The appointees are expected to conduct independent and collaborative scholarly research, publish research articles in high-impact journals, and attract competitive grants to maintain active research programmes; take part in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, and supervise research postgraduate students; and perform administrative duties. Qualified candidates with hands-on experience leading and documenting field interventions and interacting with global health partners ranging from multinational leaders to grassroots community members are especially encouraged to apply. The appointment rank will be determined based on qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. The School of Public Health is committed to protecting and enhancing health for all people, through the synthesis of state-of-the-science research, the dissemination of knowledge through education and training and effective evidence-based public health advocacy. The School is structured into six academic divisions: Behavioural Sciences, Community Medicine and Public Health Practice, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Health Economics, Policy and Management, Kinesiology, and Public Health Laboratory Sciences. To learn more about the School, please visit http://sph.hku.hk. 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.  Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online applications for the above posts.  Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV, a research statement, and a teaching statement. Please state in the application form the position and the academic division in the School that you are applying for, and provide contact emails of three referees. Please include in the CV your ORCID website link, H-index (as per Scopus), total number of international peer-reviewed publications, and the number of first-authored papers. Review of applications will start from July 23, 2026 and continue until November 22, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.