"Global Search for Chair Professors / Professors / Associate Professors / Assistant Professors / Research Assistant Professors"

With over 85 years of rich heritage, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has evolved alongside society and made pivotal contributions to the development of Hong Kong, the Nation and the world. The University pursues world-class excellence in education, research and knowledge transfer to nurture socially responsible leaders and professionals, as well as to drive impactful research and innovation.

Ranked among the top 100 universities globally, PolyU offers a wide range of educational and research programmes in seven faculties and three independent schools. PolyU has achieved remarkable results in various rankings.

PolyU is launching a global search for outstanding scholars to join and boost leadership in educational and research activities. In the 2025/26 academic year, positions are available at various levels in academic units, including the Faculty of Construction and Environment with departments such as Building Environment and Energy Engineering, Building and Real Estate, Civil and Environmental Engineering, and Land Surveying and Geo-Informatics. For more information, visit PolyU’s website or the main site.

Under the Presidential Young Scholars Scheme, outstanding young scholars can join as Assistant Professors or Associate Professors, with a remuneration package of not less than HK$1 million per year and a start-up grant of not less than HK$4 million for research activities in the initial three years.

For terms and conditions, refer to this document for Professors and this for Research Assistant Professors. PolyU is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.