"Assistant Lecturer/Lecturer (Experiential Learning, Psychology Focus)"

Ref.: 534568

Work type: Full-time

Department: Faculty of Social Sciences (30000)

Categories: Teaching Staff

The Faculty of Social Sciences is looking for Assistant Lecturer/Lecturer to join the Experiential Learning team. The appointee will play a key role in designing and delivering innovative, engaging, and high-impact experiential learning opportunities for undergraduate students, with a particular focus on Psychology.

Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee will primarily manage credit-bearing internships under the Social Innovation and Global Citizenship Programme and will:

• Promote, coordinate and supervise psychology-related internships for undergraduate students
• Develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with external organisations to secure quality placement opportunities
• Deliver career development training and support to equip students with essential professional skills and workplace readiness
• Contribute to curriculum planning, development, and teaching related to experiential learning and internship preparation/assessment
• Provide ongoing student guidance, monitor learning progress, and conduct placement visits/liaison
• Support programme administration and reporting in relation to internship operations and student outcomes

Requirements

• A recognised Master's degree or above in Psychology or related disciplines within the Social Sciences
• A minimum of three years’ post-qualification work experience, preferably with a background of teaching at tertiary institutions and/or psychology-related professional practice
• Prior experience supporting student career readiness and/or promoting mental health and well-being through training and programming is an advantage
• Strong organisational and administrative capabilities, with excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
• A proactive, innovative, and solutions-oriented mindset
• Excellent communication skills in English and Chinese (including Cantonese and Putonghua)

What We Offer

The appointment will be made on fixed-term full-time contract for two years, to commence as soon as possible with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance. 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 10% of basic salary for Assistant Lecturer, and 15% of basic salary for Lecturer. Other benefits include annual leave and professional 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 a cover letter and an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until March 31, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.