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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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Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Psychology

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Ref.: 536753 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Psychology (30200) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Psychology (Ref.: 536753) Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Psychology (Ref.: 536753) to commence on August 3, 2026, or as soon as possible for two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Developmental/Educational Psychology or other related disciplines. They should have good academic publication record in developmental/educational psychology. They should also have the experiences of overseeing the implementation of a large-scale research project. Knowledge and experience in assessment development are desirable. Applicants should have a high level of writing proficiency in English and demonstrated ability in writing up research findings for both academic and general audiences, and be self-motivated, responsible and able to work independently and within a team. The appointee will work on various projects related to children’s and adolescents’ mathematics and science learning. Duties include literature review, development of assessment materials, liaise with external parties, supervision of research staff and research interns, data processing and analysis, preparation of manuscripts and reports, development of new research initiatives, and other research-related duties as assigned. 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 applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., and provide the names of three referees on the online application form. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until August 19, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Salary

Competitive salary

Posted

20 Jul 2026

Tenure-Track Clinical Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in the Centre of Cancer Medicine

THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong

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The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong


Ref.: 536793 Work type: Full-time Department: Centre of Cancer Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine (22900) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointments as Tenure-Track Clinical Associate Professor/ Clinical Assistant Professor (several posts) in the Centre of Cancer Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 536793), 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. The Centre of Cancer Medicine is a platform to facilitate the academic development of cancer medicine and oncology, and is created to foster collaboration among the cognate disciplines/ (sub)specialities within the Centre of Cancer Medicine/ School of Clinical Medicine, and with other Schools/ Departments/ Institutes/ Hospitals/ Colleges. Applicants should possess a medical qualification registrable with the Medical Council of Hong Kong, with a specialist qualification in Clinical Oncology/Medical Oncology recognized by the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine or its equivalent. They should demonstrate a strong commitment to clinical service, research and teaching, and will be expected to help further strengthen the Centre’s teaching in Cancer Medicine across the broad spectrum of medical and health sciences education. Applicants should have a proven record of independent research and are expected to actively engage in collaborative projects within the University and beyond, working across related disciplines and subspecialties in alignment with the Centre’s core theme of promoting cross-disciplinary synergy in cancer research and education. 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 appointments will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits schemes, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. A monthly cash allowance will be offered to the successful candidates. Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online application at the University’s career site (https://jobs.hku.hk) for the above posts. Applicants should apply online, upload an up-to-date C.V. and provide contact information of at least 3 referees. Review of applications will start from September 20, 2026 and continue until January 20, 2027 or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.

Salary

Competitive salary

Posted

22 Jul 2026

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

THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong

institution

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.

Salary

Competitive salary

Posted

20 Jul 2026

Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Medicine

THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong

institution

The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong


Ref.: 536885 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine (20600) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 536885) We now invite applications for the captioned post. Duties and Responsibilities Lead advanced statistical analyses of clinical data Coordinate data acquisition, build analytical pipelines, and prepare scientific abstracts and manuscripts Perform other duties as assigned Requirements A Ph.D. degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Epidemiology, Public Health, Pharmacy and Pharmacology or related fields Proven track record of publications in clinical statistics Proficiency in programming such as R and/or Python A good command of written and spoken English What We Offer The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a 1-year temporary basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. 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 on start from August 11, 2026 and continue until August 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 Applications close: Aug 31, 2026 (HK Time)

Salary

Competitive salary

Posted

28 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

institution

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

Salary

Competitive salary

Posted

20 Jul 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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