University of Hong Kong

Ref.: 533833 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Modern Languages and Cultures (05100) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Professor and Head of the School of Modern Languages and Cultures, Faculty of Arts (Ref.: 533833). We are seeking a distinguished scholar with a strong commitment to research, teaching, knowledge exchange, and community-building engagement. This is a prestigious leadership position that would provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to shape the School's development and take it to new heights. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be of stature equivalent to that of a Full Professor with tenure at a research-intensive institution, to carry out an inspiring vision for the grand challenges of area studies and world languages. The most highly qualified candidates may be considered for appointment with the Chair Professor title. The University Founded in 1911, the University of Hong Kong 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. The University is consistently ranked amongst the world’s top universities: 11th in QS World University Rankings 2026, 1st in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026, 33rd in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026, and is recognised as the 4th most international university in 2025. Home to ten disciplinary Faculties (Architecture, Arts, Business and Economics, Dentistry, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Science, and Social Sciences), the University is committed to fostering interdisciplinary exchange with an outlook for transformative breakthroughs, innovations, and global impact. There are 42,330 undergraduate and postgraduate students from 97 countries, and more than 9,600 academic, academic-related, and administrative staff. The University has embarked on several ambitious infrastructure and facilities projects required for future expansion. The School of Modern Languages and Cultures (SMLC) Founded in 2006, the School of Modern Languages and Cultures (SMLC) is the premier center for language and area studies in Hong Kong and the region (ranked 17th in QS World University 2025 subject rankings for modern languages) and is the most international part of the university. The School offers 3 undergraduate majors (Global and Area Studies, Japanese Studies, and Korean Studies) and 13 language programmes (Arabic, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, and Turkish). Undergraduate students in all 3 majors are expected to embark on two to three years of language study, complemented by area studies courses taught in the English medium of instruction. The School also offers research postgraduate (MPhil and PhD) programmes and will be launching taught postgraduate (MA) programmes. The Role The Head of the School of Modern Languages and Cultures is expected to: Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction to the School, ensuring it aligns with the academic missions of HKU over two 3-year terms. Develop and uphold the highest international standards of research and teaching, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration across global and area studies, literary studies, cultural studies, international relations, and emerging fields in the humanities. Optimise the deployment of human, financial and other resources in the School. Cultivate an inclusive and vibrant intellectual community that attracts top-tier scholars and students, fostering dialogue across languages, cultures, and disciplines. Expand the School’s international collaborations and networks, reinforcing its role as a leading hub for global dialogue on language, culture, and transnational studies. Qualifications and Qualities PhD in a related field and of stature equivalent to full or chair professor rank. A distinguished record of academic achievements and international recognition in research, scholarship, and teaching. Be a leading researcher. Expertise in area, field, and period is open, but should have a deep focus on at least one region of the world. Experts in  Central Asia, East Asia (Japan and/or Korea), Europe, Latin America, Middle East, and Southeast Asia are encouraged to apply. Able to teach, conduct, and publish research, and perform administrative functions in English, and applicants are expected to have comprehensive professional proficiency in one or more of the 13 languages currently offered by SMLC and/or other languages. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate this proficiency during the interview process. Candidates with experience supervising teaching units with language staff are highly encouraged to apply.  Proven experience in leadership and university-level administration. A strong international network and a demonstrated ability to secure research funding. Effective interpersonal communication skills and a high standard of personal integrity. The ability and willingness to represent the interests of the discipline and the School in the broader community. Compensation and Benefits 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. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable.  Application The University only accepts online applications for the above post. To ensure full consideration applicants should apply online and uploads: (1) a CV with publication list, (2) a cover letter, (3) an outline of strategic vision as the Head of the School of Modern Languages and Cultures. Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and continue until February 23, 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 of all genders to apply.

Ref.: 533914 Work type: Full-time Department: Faculty of Arts (04000) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Society of Fellows in the Humanities, Faculty of Arts The Society of Fellows in the Humanities aims to attract exceptional early-career postdoctoral scholars from around the world to Asia's global university. Located in one of the world's most dynamic cities and on Mainland China's doorstep, the University of Hong Kong offers unique opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research through its commitment to innovation and interdisciplinarity. The Faculty of Arts is one of HKU’s oldest and largest faculties and is consistently recognized as first in Asia for the Arts and Humanities. Its international outlook is reflected in the incredible diversity of its staff and students and its collaborations with other top universities around the globe. Fellowship in the Society of Fellows in the Humanities (Ref.: 533914) The Society seeks outstanding applicants (appointed at the rank of Research Assistant Professor), with a flexible commencement date between June and August 2026 for a period of three years. The Society aims to establish a vibrant research community where Fellows interact with each other and other members of the Faculty. Fellows will be expected to teach two courses during the term of their appointment and are required to submit a brief annual summary of their activities and accomplishments. The University of Hong Kong is an English-medium university. A host department within the Faculty of Arts will be selected on the basis of a Fellow’s proposed area of research. Applicants must have a PhD conferred after January 1, 2024, but not later than June 30, 2026. They will not be currently employed in tenure-track positions. A highly competitive package including medical benefits, annual leave, and conference and research support will be offered to the successful applicants. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. Applicants should apply online through the University’s careers website (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date CV, cover letter (not exceeding 300 words), research proposal (not exceeding 1500 words), and writing sample. They should arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent directly by the referees to the Society at sofhku@hku.hk. Please refer to the Society of Fellows website (https://www.sof.arts.hku.hk) for the requirements for application documents and other details. Application will be reviewed by a panel of scholars from across the spectrum of the arts and the humanities. The application process closes on February 28, 2026. Successful applicants will be notified by the end of April 2026. The University is committed to diversity and inclusivity. The Faculty of Arts expressly encourages qualified persons from all genders to apply.

Ref.: 533837 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Public Health (22400) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant Professor (RAP)/Post-doctoral Fellow (PDF) in Epidemiology or Biostatistics, School of Public Health (several posts) (Ref.: 533837), to commence as soon as possible, on a two- to three-year fixed-term basis for RAP, or on a one- to three-year temporary basis for PDF. Applicants should possess a doctoral degree by research (Ph.D., D.Sc., Dr.P.H. or equivalent) in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health or related disciplines. They should have a strong quantitative background; experience in analysing epidemiological data using R, STATA, SAS or other statistical packages; demonstrated expertise in the analysis of large and complex datasets; excellent written and oral communication skills; and the ability to work independently as well as in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Proficiency in longitudinal analyses, multilevel modelling, data visualisation, and state-of-the-art statistical and epidemiological models would be an advantage. The appointees will be primarily responsible for applied and methodological work in epidemiological and/or statistical research, and will work with a large population-based cohort with over 46,000 participants in 20,000 households. They will conduct power/sample size estimation; generate tables and figures for reports and presentations; write scientific publications, grant proposals and reports; and assist in general administrative, operational and other duties as assigned. The focus of one of the posts will include The World Health Organization World Mental Health Survey Initiative and the Composite International Diagnostic Interview (CIDI), which is one of the largest cross-national mental health studies in the world. Those with relevant post-doctoral work experience and an excellent publication track record may be considered for appointment as RAP, and the appointee is expected to take up a leading role to oversee the cohort team.  Enquiries about the duties of the posts should be sent to familyco@hku.hk. Information about the School can be obtained at http://sph.hku.hk. Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 532195) need not re-apply. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. For RAP, the appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. The University only accepts online applications for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until 9 June 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.