"Head of Department of Biomedical Sciences [Ref. R/370/25]"

The Position

Reporting to the Provost and Deputy President through the Dean of College of Biomedicine, the Head of Department will provide leadership and strategic direction in research and professional education for the Department. The Head will encourage and promote academic excellence, and steer the Department to enhance the mission and vision of the University in alignment with the University’s Strategic Plan.

The Person

The appointee should have a distinguished record of research, teaching and scholarship, and substantial relevant experience in tertiary education; outstanding management effectiveness; commitment to teamwork; and strong communication and networking skills to build and nurture internal and external contacts to the benefit of the Department. A doctoral degree with strong academic and professional qualifications is required.

Salary and Conditions of Service

The appointee will be offered appointment to an academic rank commensurate with qualifications and experience. The headship appointment will be on a concurrent basis for an initial period of about three years. An attractive remuneration package, driven by market competitiveness and individual performance, will be offered. Excellent fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes, and relocation assistance (where applicable).

Information and Application

Further information on the post and the University is available at www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong [Email: hrbmsheadsearch@cityu.edu.hk Fax: 2788 1154 or 3442 0311].

To apply, please submit an online application at jobs.cityu.edu.hk, and include a current curriculum vitae. Nominations can be sent directly to the Human Resources Office, or by email to hrbmsheadsearch@cityu.edu.hk. Applications and nominations will be considered until the position is filled.