University of Hong Kong

Ref.: 532595 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Nursing (20800) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Professor/Associate Professor of Practice (several posts) in the School of Nursing (Ref.: 532595), to commence as soon as possible, on a two- to three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. Fractional appointment may be considered for the suitable candidate. Applicants should possess a Registered Nurse qualification registrable with the Nursing Council of Hong Kong and a doctoral degree in Nursing or a related discipline, with local recognition and evidence of national or regional recognition of clinical excellence. They should also have substantial experience in teaching, training and/or curriculum development. The appointees are expected to play a key role in leading the School’s advanced clinical training and laboratory teaching programmes, pursuing new strategic directions for further development of clinical education within the School, etc. 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 the 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. Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. and 2 reference letters. Review of applications will start on December 30, 2025 and continue until June 15, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier. The University thanks applicants for their interest, but advises that only candidates shortlisted for interviews will be notified of the application result.

Ref.: 533957 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Social Work and Social Administration (30300) Categories: Teaching Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Social Work and Social Administration (Ref.: 533957), to commence as soon as possible thereafter, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. The Assistant Lecturer should possess a Master degree in Social Sciences or a related discipline. He/she will assist the Curriculum Coordinator in coordinating program activities, conducting organizational analysis, and assessing training needs. The role also involves liaising with stakeholders, assisting in the delivery of training and coaching activities (which may include taking up part of the teaching duties), collecting and analyzing feedback from training and consultation sessions to inform ongoing improvements, and supporting implementation of the program. He/she may also contribute to the development of curriculum and teaching materials, evaluation efforts, etc. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment will come with a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 10% of basic salary. 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 start as soon as possible and continue until January 9, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Ref.: 533853 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Public Health (22400) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Non-Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Immunology in the Hong Kong Jockey Club Global Health Institute, School of Public Health (Ref.: 533853), to commence as soon as possible, on a two- or three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. Applicants should possess: (i) a Ph.D. degree in biological/medical sciences or related discipline; (ii) prior research experience in virology, microbiology and/or immunology, particularly in conducting flow cytometry and measurement of neutralising antibody responses following infection or vaccination; (iii) a proven track record of impactful research, publications, external grants and leadership; (iv) experience in teaching and postgraduate supervision. The appointee will be responsible for leading studies on immunological responses triggered by vaccination and viral infection. He/She will be expected to take a leading role in overseeing research projects and supervising junior research staff. He/She will also be expected to perform teaching and supervision duties as well as perform administrative duties. Enquiries about the duties of the post should be sent to Ms. Helen Chan (homchan@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. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV as well as statements of research and teaching. Please ensure your CV includes your ORCID website link, H-index (as per Scopus), total number of international peer-reviewed publications, and the number of first-authored papers. Review of applications will start on February 17, 2026 and continue until March 17, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.