Lecturer I / Lecturer II (Music)

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology: School of Humanities and Social Science: Division of Humanities

Location

Division of Humanities, HKUST, Clear Water Bay, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR

Open Date

Mar 25, 2026

Deadline

Jul 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

The Division of Humanities of The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) invites applications for a teaching track faculty position in Music. The appointee will mainly teach undergraduate music courses in humanities and the arts for general education, participate in the development of the undergraduate major program in Global China Studies offered by the School of Humanities and Social Science; and assist in the administration of all forms of creative arts education programs supported by the Division, or jointly offered with other offices and institutes of the University.

HKUST is committed to diversity, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. The appointment is expected to begin in Spring 2027. For enquiries, please contact Dr Isaac Droscha through email : droscha@ust.hk.

More information about the programs of the Centre for Creative Arts Education and the University is available at https: //ic.hkust.edu.hk/, https://musicalive.hkust.edu.hk/ and https://www.hkust.edu.hk respectively.

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided, where applicable. A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract. (Duration : 1 to 2 years, renewable)

Qualifications

Applicants should be dynamic and energetic person who have a doctoral degree in the field of Music, such as Doctor of Musical Arts, PhD, or Doctor of Fine Arts in a related area. The application is open to all areas of expertise. Special consideration will be given to candidates who work in the field of ethnomusicology and those in the field of performance, both as practitioners and educators; those who have experience in teaching undergraduate music courses, particularly music theory, composition, music history, and general music appreciation, and those with a solid professional career as a practicing artist. The successful applicant may also be required to take part in organizing concerts and other art events on campus; relevant experience is advantagenous.

Application Instructions

Applications should be sent via Interfolio together with (i) a cover letter; (ii) a full curriculum vitae; and (iii) links to sample of works, performances, and/or recordings where applicable. Applicants should also arrange for 3 letters of recommendation to be submitted via Interfolio. Review of applications will start from 2 May 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Application deadline is 30 April 2026.