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EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING AND RESEARCH

The University of Hong Kong (HKU) has attained its pre-eminence as a research-led comprehensive university by upholding the highest international standards of excellence in its research, scholarship, teaching and learning, and service to the community. Its commitment to excellence drives continuous innovation and global engagement across all academic domains.

 

WORLD-CLASS RESEARCH AND GLOBAL COLLABORATION

HKU’s research spans a broad spectrum of disciplines, addressing issues that benefit industries, businesses, and society while staying at the forefront of technological and scientific progress. In the 2024/2025 academic year, HKU scholars published 7,182 research works and received 192 awards, demonstrating sustained productivity and recognition. Research in the Arts and Humanities also plays a crucial role, engaging with both local and global concerns to enrich cultural understanding and knowledge creation.

Our aim is to solidify our position as a world-class research centre that makes meaningful contributions to science and has enduring impact in local, national and global communities. Talent recruitment is central to that ambition, bringing together experts from diverse disciplines, partnering with prestigious universities and research institutes around the world. In 2025, the University welcomed around 100 top scholars, including Nobel Laureates and those from leading institutions such as Stanford University, the University of Chicago, and the University of Oxford. Many HKU academics rank among the world’s best in their fields. The University achieved a new milestone in 2025, with 232 professors recognised among the top 1% of scientists and 54 academics named “Highly Cited Researchers 2025”, placing HKU 13th globally for research influence.

 

LEADERSHIP IN RESEARCH FUNDING AND INNOVATION

HKU consistently secures a leading share of competitive government research funding. Its researchers collaborate internationally through joint research projects, visiting professorships, and joint doctoral programmes with world-class partners. In 2025, HKU recorded the highest number of young scientists awarded in Hong Kong, reflecting its strength in nurturing early-career researchers.

The University also leads Hong Kong by hosting the highest number of State Key Laboratories, with five dedicated to driving advancements in emerging infectious diseases, liver research, synthetic chemistry, pharmaceutical biotechnology, and optical quantum materials—fields that have a profound impact both regionally and globally. Since 1998, HKU has been granted 1,577 patents, showcasing its strong commitment to innovation.

 

NURTURING THE NEXT GENERATION OF SCHOLARS

HKU is deeply committed to cultivating research talent through its Graduate School. Each research student benefits from an appointed supervisory committee and a strengthened progress monitoring system. Awards and fellowships recognise excellence, while the FutureReady Series enhances students’ professional and personal growth through academic workshops, annual symposia, alumni fireside chats, and wellness initiatives.

 

A COMPREHENSIVE AND INTERDISCIPLINARY LEARNING COMMUNITY

Home to ten Faculties—Architecture, Arts, Business and Economics, Dentistry, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Science, and Social Sciences, and five Schools—Biomedical Engineering, Computing and Data Science, Future Media, Governance and Policy, and Innovation. HKU fosters interdisciplinary research and education for transformative breakthroughs and global impact, supported by over 10,000 academic, academic-related, and administrative staff.

Looking ahead, HKU continues to expand its global footprint with major infrastructure and research initiatives planned for Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis, as well as Beijing, Shanghai, and Europe, reinforcing its mission to lead with excellence and innovation on the world stage.

Key Statistics for Professionals

Key data points related to studying at the University of Hong Kong

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No. of HKU professoriate staff ranked by Clarivate as being among the world's top 1% of scientists
232 (2025)
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No. of Highly Cited Researchers
54 (By Clarivate 2025)
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No. of State Key Labs
5 (as of 2026)
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Research outputs
7,182 (2024-2025)
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Research-related awards
192 (2024-2025)
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Patents granted since 1998
1,577 (as of 2025)
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Non-local professoriate staff
74% (2025-2026)

Jobs at the University of Hong Kong

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Research Officer / Assistant Research Officer in the Division of Community Medicine

THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

The University of Hong Kong

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The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong


Ref.: 536272 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Public Health (22400) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow, Research Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Research Officer / Assistant Research Officer in the Division of Community Medicine and Public Health Practice, School of Public Health (Ref.: 536272), to commence as soon as possible for a one-year temporary basis or a two-year fixed term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. Applicants should possess a PhD or Master's degree in Nursing, Social Sciences, Social Work, Statistics, Public Health or related disciplines with at least 3 years of relevant work experience. They should have a good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Cantonese); good communication skills; a strong sense of responsibility; good organizational skills; and the ability to work independently as well as in a team. Preference will be given to those with experience in community health research. Experience in handling quantitative analysis with SPSS and/or qualitative research would be distinct advantages. Those with less experience will be considered for appointment as Assistant Research Officer. The appointee will be responsible for literature review, data management and analysis, and report drafting in community health projects. He/she will also be responsible for the training and supervision of junior research staff in constructing research participants’ database, conducting various analytical work, compliance checking for NGOs’ data collection, supporting administrative duties (e.g. procurement, IRB, etc.) and performing any other duties as assigned. On-the-job training related to research and statistical methods will be provided. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 10% of basic salary for Assistant Research Officer, and 15% for Research Officer. Housing benefits will be provided to Research Officer if applicable. The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will commence June 2, 2026 and continue until July 31, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

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Competitive salary

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20 Jul 2026

Audiologist (at the Rank of Research Officer) in the Faculty of Education

THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong

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The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong


Ref.: 536915 Work type: Full-time Department: Faculty of Education (10000) Categories: Professoriate Staff, Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Full-time Audiologist (at the rank of Research Officer) in the Faculty of Education (Ref.:536915 Applications are invited for the captioned post. The successful candidate will be involved in a specific research project related to hearing health management. Applicants should possess a Master’s degree in Audiology and be qualified Audiologists in Hong Kong. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in hearing evaluation and hearing-aid fitting. The appointee should be able to work independently within a multidisciplinary team and liaise effectively with external parties, including social service groups. He/She should be responsible, organized, self-motivated, hardworking, and able to manage multiple tasks. Proficiency in written and spoken English and Cantonese, together with strong interpersonal and communication skills, is essential. Job duties: Deliver the clinical components of a research project related to hearing, including conducting formal hearing tests, hearing aid fitting & fine-tuning, and assisting the consulting expert on problem cases at the centers Manage the inventory of hearing devices Assist with project events Perform other duties as assigned The appointment will commence on 1 November 2026 and end on 31 October 2029, on a three-year fixed-term basis. 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, totaling up to 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 application for the above post. Applicants should apply online with an up-to-date C.V. and cover letter. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until 31 August, 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

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Competitive salary

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22 Jul 2026

Tenure-Track Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Asian and Comparative Law

THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong

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The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong


Ref.: 536786 Work type: Full-time Department: Faculty of Law (18100) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Asian and Comparative Law in the Faculty of Law (Ref.: 536786),to commence on July 1, 2027, 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 the second three-year fixed-term contract. Suitably qualified applicants may be considered for direct tenure. The Faculty of Law, the longest-established law school in Hong Kong, 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 legal research and law teaching institution in Hong Kong, currently consisting of over 80 teaching members and over 2,500 undergraduate and postgraduate students. Applicants should normally have a first degree in Law (e.g., LLB, BA(Jurisprudence) and JD) and an additional postgraduate degree in Law (e.g., 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 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/she will also be expected to contribute to the development and delivery of teaching in the Faculty’s undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. 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, professional leave, and medical benefits. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. with details of relevant experience and course teaching interests. Closes September 15, 2026.

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Competitive salary

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21 Jul 2026

Tenure-Track Clinical Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology

THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong

institution

The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong


Ref.: 536818 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, School of Clinical Medicine (20900) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Clinical Professor (several posts) in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 536818), to commence as soon as possible, on a four-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second four-year fixed-term contract, subject to satisfactory performance. Exceptionally outstanding candidates may be considered for appointment on tenure terms. The Department is seeking for candidates from the following disciplines within the scope of obstetrics and gynaecology to join our team: General Gynaecology, Gynaecological Oncology, Reproductive Medicine & IVF, General Obstetrics, High Risk Obstetrics, Fetal Medicine, and Prenatal Diagnosis. Applicants should hold a specialist registration with the Medical Council of Hong Kong or be eligible to apply to the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine for the Certification of Specialist Registration, and possess other relevant higher academic qualifications (e.g., MD, MS, PhD). They should have a distinguished and sustained record of high-quality impactful research (basic science, translational and/or clinical research), with demonstrated clinical excellence. They should also have achieved international recognition for their scholarship and professional expertise. In addition, applicants must have an outstanding and consistent record of excellence in teaching and learning and/or knowledge exchange, services and administration. Preference will be given to those with demonstrated administrative leadership and management experience in universities or healthcare settings. The appointees will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of quality across all aspects of its teaching, research, and clinically oriented activities, etc. They will promote academic collaboration both within and outside the Faculty and University and explore new strategic directions for the further development of the Department. Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 534420) need not re-apply. 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. A monthly cash allowance will be offered to the successful candidate. Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online, upload an up-to-date C.V. and provide the contact information of at least 3 referees. Review of applications will start from September 30, 2026 and continue until December 31, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.

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Competitive salary

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23 Jul 2026

Tenure-Track Prof./Assoc. Professor/Asst. Professor at the School of Computing and Data Science

THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong

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The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong


Ref.: 534136 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Computing and Data Science (14700) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-track Professor/ Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor (several posts) at the School of Computing and Data Science (Ref. 534136), to commence on September 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The appointment rank will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. For Assistant Professors, the appointment will initially be made on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and with consideration for tenure before the expiry of the second three-year fixed-term contract, subject to satisfactory performance. Exceptionally outstanding candidates at Professor/Associate Professor level may be considered for appointment on tenure terms, subject to the University’s approval. The School of Computing and Data Science (CDS) strives to advance education and research across the fields of computing and data science, artificial intelligence, statistical decision sciences, fintech, and actuarial science. It aims to take an integrated approach to reform these academic disciplines and foster multidisciplinary research collaboration within the University and beyond. For more information about the School, please visit http://www.cds.hku.hk. The Positions The positions are open to all research areas in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science or a related field, including but not limited to: AI / IoT / AIoT Security; Computer Vision; Computing & Big Data Systems; Data Analytics & Technologies; Data Privacy; Digital Forensics; FinTech; Generative AI; Large Language Models; Theoretical Computer Science; Quantum Computing. The appointees will be expected to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, supervise graduate students, conduct high-quality research, and participate in administrative duties at CDS. Requirements A Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field A strong commitment to excellence in research and teaching and proven qualities of academic leadership. A solid track record in research. Outstanding and internationally recognised research achievements are essential for appointment at Professor level. What We Offer A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave, professional 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, totaling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. A start-up package that is commensurate with the needs and experience of the appointee will be provided. How to Apply The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., a research statement outlining current and future research plans and interests, a statement on teaching philosophy, relevant teaching evaluations, alongside three recent published research papers, and the contact information / recommendation letters of three referees. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until September 30, 2026 or until the posts is filled, whichever is earlier. Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 533072) need not re-apply. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

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Competitive salary

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20 Jul 2026

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