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33rd in World University Rankings 2026
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About the University of Hong Kong

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With our distinguished heritage, pioneering innovations and global vision, the University of Hong Kong (HKU) is widely renowned as Asia’s Global University.

Founded in 1911, HKU is the first and oldest institution of higher education in Hong Kong and for well over a century has been dedicated to creating knowledge, providing education, and serving society. 

Today, our commitment to excellence remains as strong as ever, but is now aligned with our times and future-ready. HKU has an established international reputation, ranking 33rd in the world according to the THE World University Rankings 2026 and 6th in Asia according to the THE Asia University Rankings 2026.

 

BOLD INNOVATIONS FOR THE FUTURE

HKU fosters pioneering breakthroughs by collaborating across disciplines, attracting top scholars, and partnering with prestigious institutions worldwide. With 232 professors in the top 1% of scientists and 54 named in the "Highly Cited Researchers 2025”, HKU ranks 13th globally for research influence. In the 2024/2025 academic year, our scholars published 7,182 research works and received 192 awards. Since 1998, we have been granted 1,577 patents, showcasing our strong commitment to innovation.

 

NURTURING AN INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVE

Our diverse student body comprises students from 97 countries and regions, with over 55% being non-local students. Over 74% of our professoriate staff are non-local, enhancing our international perspective. We offer a broad range of disciplines across ten faculties, attracting top talent from around the world and enriching the academic experience.

 

GLOBAL IMPACT IS OUR GOAL

HKU aims to be a leading intellectual hub in Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland, and Asia, serving as a gateway for global scholarship. Our vision is to create solutions that positively impact humanity today and for generations to come.

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Key Student Statistics

A breakdown of student statistics at the University of Hong Kong

gender ratio
Student gender ratio
56 F : 44 M (1)
globe fill
International student percentage
48% (1)
student per staff
Students per staff
17.8 (1)
student
Student total
17668 (1)

Based on data collected for the (1) World University Rankings 2026

Jobs at the University of Hong Kong

Open positions for academics and staff at the University of Hong Kong

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Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Molecular and Cellular Biology

THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

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Ref.: 537378 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Biological Sciences (26000) Categories: Professoriate Staff Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Molecular and Cellular Biology in the School of Biological Sciences, The University of Hong Kong Applications are invited for appointment as Assistant Professor in the broad area of the Molecular and Cell Biology Area, School of Biological Sciences, The University of Hong Kong (Ref.:537378), to commence as soon as possible, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in a related discipline and have a strong record of research accomplishments in the broad area of Molecular Biology, with research programs that will synergize with current strengths within the School of Biological Sciences such as molecular imaging, cancer biology, plant biology, microbiome, and biophysics. Applicants should also have a strong interest in teaching with a commitment to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and to mentoring graduate students, and have strong interpersonal and communication skills. This appointment provides an outstanding opportunity for research and teaching collaboration across a broad range of disciplines. 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 also be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online application for the above post.Applicants should apply online and upload (1) an up-to-date CV, (2) a letter of interest, (3) a research statement, (4) a teaching statement, (5) two or three most significant research publications, (6) teaching evaluations, if any, and (7) contact information of at least three referees. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until October 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

Salary

Competitive salary

Posted

21 Sep 2026

Post-doctoral Fellow 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.: 537395 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, School of Clinical Medicine (20900) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.:537395) (to commence as soon as possible for three years, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance) Postdoctoral Fellowship in Nutritional Epidemiology We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join our research team in nutritional epidemiology, with a focus on dietary patterns, lifestyle monitoring, and health outcomes in large populations. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Nutritional Epidemiology or a related field, with substantial experience in dietary analysis, epidemiologic study design, big data handling, and dietary pattern deduction. They must demonstrate proven expertise in nutritional epidemiology, particularly in linking dietary pattern identification to health outcomes, and preference will be given to those with specialized experience in diet and health research in large population cohorts. The appointee is expected to demonstrate both independent research capabilities and effective team collaboration, manage ongoing research projects on lifestyle monitoring and intervention, publish original research articles in high-impact journals, assist PIs in writing external competitive grants, and develop their own SEED funding applications. This position offers excellent mentorship and access to large-scale cohort data in a collaborative research environment. Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 536197) need not re-apply. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., with the contact information of at least 2 referees. Review of applications will start from October 15, 2026 and continue until October 31, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.

Salary

Competitive

Posted

21 Sep 2026

Tenure-Track Clinical Professor in Breast Surgery in the Department of Surgery

THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong

institution

The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong


Ref.: 537372 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Surgery, School of Clinical Medicine (21700) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Clinical Professor in Breast Surgery in the Department of Surgery, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 537372), 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 candidates may be considered for appointment on tenure terms. Applicants should possess a specialist qualification registrable with the Medical Council of Hong Kong, a higher professional qualification of Specialty Fellowship in Surgery of The College of Surgeons of Hong Kong or equivalent, and other relevant higher academic qualifications (e.g., MD, MS, PhD). They should be specialized surgeons of seniority, with demonstrated clinical excellence in the broad field of Breast Surgery. They should also have a distinguished and sustained record of high-quality impactful research, as indicated by publications and competitive grants; and have achieved international recognition for scholarship and professional expertise. In addition, applicants should have 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 and management experience in universities or healthcare settings. Direct communication with patients is required and the languages employed are Cantonese, Putonghua and English. The appointee will take up a key role in achieving the highest standard of quality in all aspects of teaching, research, clinical service and administration of the Department; fostering academic collaboration within and outside the Faculty/University; as well as pursuing new strategic directions for the further development of the Department, Faculty and University. In addition, he/she may be required to assist in the development of the HKU-Shenzhen Hospital, and travelling to Shenzhen may therefore be necessary. Further information about the Department can be obtained at http://www.surgery.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. 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 post. Applicants should apply online and upload (a) an executive summary describing the most outstanding accomplishments and qualifications; (b) a C.V. and a publication list highlighting the best papers; and (c) a 1-page description of the future research and career plan. Review of applications will start on November 19, 2026 and continue until December 19, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Salary

Competitive salary

Posted

18 Sep 2026

Tenure-Track Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Microbiology

THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong

institution

The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong


Ref.: 537418 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine (20700) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 537418), 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. Applicants should possess a medical qualification registrable with the Hong Kong Medical Council, and postgraduate professional qualifications in clinical disciplines in relation to clinical microbiology and infectious diseases. They should demonstrate a strong commitment to and evidence of excellence in teaching and its development, preferably in clinical microbiology and infectious diseases, to help advance the strengths of the Department’s teaching in the broad spectrum of medical and health sciences education. They should be able to conduct courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels; supervise postgraduate research students; demonstrate the potential for conducting independent research by track record on research publications; and also demonstrate broad knowledge and clinical experience in clinical microbiology and infectious diseases, preferably from laboratory to the bedside. The appointee will participate in, organize and develop undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes; conduct research; provide clinical services at the University’s teaching hospitals; and contribute to administrative duties in the Department and Faculty. Information about the Department can be obtained at https://hkumicro.hku.hk/. Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 534741) 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 post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., and contact information of 3 referees should be provided in the application form. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until March 20, 2027, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Salary

Competitive salary

Posted

21 Sep 2026

Clinical Associate Professor of Practice in the Department of Microbiology

THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong

institution

The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong


Ref.: 537417 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine (20700) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Clinical Associate Professor of Practice in the Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 537417), to commence as soon as possible, on a four-­year fixed­-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. Applicants should possess a medical qualification registrable with the Medical Council of Hong Kong, and a higher professional qualification of Specialty Fellowship of the relevant Hong Kong colleges under the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine or equivalent. Proven capacity and potential in conducting research in their respective field(s) would be an advantage. Direct communication with patients is required and the languages employed are English, Cantonese and Putonghua. They should demonstrate a strong commitment to clinical service and teaching, and will be expected to help advance the strengths of the Department’s teaching in the broad spectrum of medical and health sciences education. Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 534740) 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 post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., and contact information of 3 referees should be provided in the application form. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until March 20, 2027, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Salary

Competitive salary

Posted

21 Sep 2026

Subjects Taught at the University of Hong Kong

See below for a range of subjects taught at the University of Hong Kong

Arts and Humanities

  • Architecture
  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • History, Philosophy and Theology
  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics

Business and Economics

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business and Management
  • Economics and Econometrics

Computer Science

  • Computer Science

Education Studies

  • Education

Engineering

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • General Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Law

  • Law

Life Sciences

  • Agriculture and Forestry
  • Biological Sciences

Medical and Health

  • Medicine and Dentistry
  • Other Health

Physical Sciences

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy

Psychology

  • Psychology

Social Sciences

  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Geography
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Sociology

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HKU First and Foremost 2025-2026.pdf

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HKU Pamphlet 2026.pdf

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International Admissions 2026.pdf

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JUPAS Admissions 2026.pdf

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