University of Hong Kong

Ref.: 534589 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Psychology (30200) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Investigator / Research Officer (holding the title of Educational Psychologist / Clinical Psychologist / School Development Officer) in the Department of Psychology Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Psychology Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow We now invite applications for the captioned post. Investigator / Research Officer (holding the title of Educational Psychologist / Clinical Psychologist / School Development Officer) in the Department of Psychology (Ref.: 534589) (to commence in September 2026, on a two-year fixed-term basis with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability). Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will play a key role in a large-scale, mental health, and well-being project for primary schools in Hong Kong, under the Department of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences. The appointee will be responsible for the professional oversight and strategic implementation of the project, requiring specialised knowledge and independent professional judgement, with major tasks including: Devising and implementing a mindfulness-based social-emotional curriculum for primary school students, as well as the corresponding train-the-trainer curriculum for primary school educators Developing and implementing a mindfulness-based positive parenting programme for parents Providing consultation and ongoing professional support to educators and parents to promote students’ well-being Organising and delivering training sessions and workshops for educators, parents, and students Planning and implementing public education initiatives Preparing research reports and non-technical documents Performing any other duties as assigned Requirements The appointment (Investigator / Research Officer) will be offered based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant. The appointee should possess: a Master’s degree or above in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology or a related discipline, with at least three years of relevant work experience strong quantitative research skills in the social sciences a good command of spoken and written English and Chinese (including Cantonese & Putonghua) training and experience in teaching mindfulness and positive education to both children and adults are preferred relevant work experience in a school setting is preferred a Postgraduate Diploma in Education is preferred What We Offer A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. 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 15 March, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Ref.: 534540 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Chinese (04100) Categories: Teaching Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Lecturer in the Master of Arts in the field of Translation (MAT) programme in the School of Chinese (Ref.: 534540), to commence on September 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Translation Studies or a related field and at least three years’ post-qualification teaching experience at the tertiary level. They should have a proven track record of excellence in teaching Chinese-English translation and/or interpreting courses. Preference will be given to those with expertise in computer-assisted and AI-enhanced translation technologies. The appointee will be responsible for teaching MAT and undergraduate courses, supervising final projects/dissertations, conducting tutorials and workshops, supporting curriculum design, and assisting with the administrative work of the programme and other related duties as assigned. Information on the structure, staffing, and course offerings of the School can be obtained at https://web.chinese.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 and professional leave, medical benefits, and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries. The University only accepts online applications 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 April 1, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. The University is committed to diversity and inclusivity. The Faculty of Arts expressly encourages qualified persons from all genders to apply.

Ref.: 534633 Work type: Full-time Department: Centre for Quantitative History (07008) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Applications are invited for appointments as Post-doctoral Fellow at the Centre for Quantitative History (CQH) of the Faculty of Business and Economics (several posts) (Ref.: 534633) to commence as soon as possible on one-year temporary terms or two-year fixed terms, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance. About the Centre for Quantitative History (CQH) The Centre for Quantitative History (CQH) is a focal institution studying economic, financial, and social history in a quantitative fashion, hosted at the HKU Business School in collaboration with the Hong Kong Institute for the Humanities and Social Sciences. The Centre was founded as an Area of Excellence designated and funded by the Research Grants Council of the University Grants Committee of Hong Kong. More information about the Centre can be found at www.cqh.hku.hk. The Role The appointees will primarily work with the Principal Investigators on the study of China’s economic, financial, social, and other histories, oriented toward academic journal publications. They will lead a few Research Assistants and actively contribute to various activities of the Centre. The responsibilities of this role include moderating research seminars, overseeing the Centre’s publications, and coordinating its seminars and biennial conferences. They are expected to engage in the academic life of the Centre by regularly attending readings, lectures, presentations, and other campus activities. Qualifications and Qualities Applicants should possess Ph.D. degree in Economics, Finance, History, or a closely related field in the recent three years (or will complete the Ph.D. degree before 2026 Summer). They should have a well-demonstrated interest in quantitative history research, and excellent communication skills in Chinese and English for both writing and oral presentation. What We Offer We provide a dynamic work environment focused on innovation, offering the opportunity to collaborate on and publish impactful data projects. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment on two-year fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme totaling up to 10% of the basic salary during the total contract period. How to Apply The University only accepts online applications for the above posts. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload the following documents:   a cover letter; an up-to-date C.V.; an official Ph.D. certificate (if available) and/or transcripts; a writing sample (Ph.D. dissertation or a working paper); a research proposal of max five A4 pages; and the name and contact information of two academic referees (we will reach out to your referees for a recommendation once you are shortlisted). Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until August 31, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview. Once selected, the University would offer assistance in obtaining a work permit in Hong Kong. Enquiries about the posts should be sent to cqhmail@hku.hk.