Clinical Faculty

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

Clinical Faculty

HKUST School of Medicine

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) invites applications from exceptional candidates for clinical faculty positions (Clinical Professor / Clinical Associate Professor / Clinical Assistant Professor) for its new School of Medicine, in a range of clinical disciplines including but not limited to:

Medicine / Surgery / Orthopaedics and Traumatology / Obstetrics and Gynaecology / Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine / Family Medicine / Psychiatry / and others such as Community Medicine / Geriatric Medicine / Emergency Medicine / Radiology / Oncology / Pathology

The University

HKUST is a dynamic young University with a global reputation for impact and innovation. Founded in 1991, HKUST is consistently ranked among the world’s best institutions and 1st in Hong Kong for graduate employability.

As a world-renowned international research and interdisciplinary University with top-tier programs in science, engineering, business and management, humanities and social science, and interdisciplinary studies, HKUST is known for its entrepreneurial culture and powerful connections to industry and research. The University’s English-speaking academic community thrives in a world-class, scenic environment at the Clear Water Bay campus.

HKUST’s pioneering spirit is amplified through the “Unified HKUST, Complementary Campuses” framework, expanded by the opening of the innovative HKUST(Guangzhou) campus in 2022, which deepens its interdisciplinary reach into the Greater Bay Area and beyond.

For more information about HKUST, please visit: https://hkust.edu.hk

The HKUST School of Medicine

HKUST is embarking on a landmark initiative to establish the third medical school of Hong Kong following the successful proposal of the University and subsequent official approval from the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government.

The HKUST School of Medicine aspires to be a transformative force, focused on world-class education and research while attracting global talents. By integrating cutting-edge technology and pioneering science, the School will help shape the future of medicine and reinforce Hong Kong’s position as an international hub for medical training, research, and innovation.

Built upon HKUST’s interdisciplinary strengths, deeply international character, and global networks, the School will foster a world-class learning environment. As a leader in fields such as artificial intelligence, data science, and robotics, HKUST is uniquely positioned to create a medical school that fuses exceptional clinical expertise with technological innovation. Its mission is to cultivate future-ready physicians who are not only clinically outstanding but also technologically adept, innovative, and compassionate. The School will launch a 4-year graduate-entry Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program, with global admissions opening by 2027 and the inaugural class expected to commence in the 2028/29 academic year.

The School will initially operate in a dedicated new medical teaching and research building at the Clear Water Bay campus, along with satellite site(s) close to a teaching hospital partner. Its long-term future includes a transition to a permanent, integrated campus and medical teaching and research hospital within Hong Kong's strategic Northern Metropolis, placing it at the center of the dynamic Greater Bay Area innovation ecosystem.

About the Roles

This is an invitation to join as the inaugural batch of clinical faculty of Hong Kong’s third medical school, at HKUST – a unique opportunity to integrate clinical education and research with world-leading strengths in artificial intelligence, data science, and the biomedical sciences and engineering, bringing long-term impact on health care in Hong Kong and beyond.

We are seeking visionary clinician-educators and physician-scientists to shape the School from its inception, actively contributing to its direction and growth. Appointees will play an active role in medical student education, including curriculum design and program accreditation, and will help pioneer innovative, technology-driven pedagogies.  A deep commitment to research is central to the School’s mission; physician-scientists will lead cutting-edge clinical and translational research that pushes boundaries and drives the development of novel diagnostics, therapeutics, and healthcare technologies.  Eligible appointees may also provide clinical services through the University’s public and private health service partners, ensuring synergy between clinical practice, teaching and research.

Candidates

Applicants should have: 

• A medical qualification registrable with the Medical Council of Hong Kong, with a specialist qualification (or comparable overseas qualification) recognized by the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine.  Limited registration will be arranged for eligible overseas candidates.       
• A higher academic qualification (e.g., MD, MS, PhD) is highly advantageous. 
• Demonstrated clinical excellence and professional expertise in their field. 
• A strong commitment to, and proven experience in, effective teaching of medical students, interns, and trainees, with a vision for integrating technology into education. 
• A demonstrated capacity to initiate and contribute to basic, clinical, and/or translational research, with a strong ethos for fostering interdisciplinary collaborations. A strong record of peer-reviewed publications and a trajectory for securing competitive research funding are expected.

Applicants for Clinical Professor or Clinical Associate Professor should have substantial experience and a distinguished record of clinical and/or research achievement, leadership in education and research, and a regional/international reputation in their field. Applicants with less experience will be considered for Clinical Assistant Professor positions.

Types of Appointments

Recognizing the diverse strengths of exceptional faculty, the School offers two distinct career paths: 

• Clinical Professoriate Track: For appointees with a higher proportion of teaching and research duties, focusing on both educational and research leadership. 
• Clinical Professoriate of Practice Track: For appointees with a higher proportion of teaching and clinical service duties, focusing on clinical excellence and the integration of practice into education.

Appointment as Clinical Professor will be on a substantive basis. Initial appointment for Clinical Associate Professor / Clinical Assistant Professor will normally be on a 3-year contract, renewable subject to mutual agreement. Strong candidates applying for a Clinical Associate Professor position may be considered for appointment on substantive terms.  Appointments on the Clinical Professoriate of Practice track will be on a 3-year renewable contract.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, and housing benefits (where applicable).

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should apply online (https://hkustcareers.ust.hk), submitting: (a) an up-to-date curriculum vitae; (b) a one-page summary describing their most outstanding accomplishments and qualifications; (c) a statement of teaching philosophy; (d) a one-page description of their future research and career plan; and (e) the names and contact details of three referees (including email addresses).

Review of applications will begin immediately until the positions are filled.

(Information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes.  Applicants should read the Personal Information Collection Statement (https://hro.hkust.edu.hk/rcpics) before submission of application.)

HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.