Senior Lecturer

Applications are invited for appointment as part-time or full-time Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) (Ref: 536355)

The University of Hong Kong has a highly ranked engineering school and active electrical and computer engineering programmes. The ECE Department offers B.Eng., M.Sc., M.Phil. and Ph.D. programmes. Information about the Department can be obtained at http://www.ece.hku.hk/.

Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee will primarily teach and supervise a postgraduate programme and work closely with the Department in managing Taught Postgraduate (TPg) programmes, ensuring students receive the necessary support to produce high-quality research. He/She will be expected to:

• support the curriculum development of the MSc(Eng) BSE programme;
• deliver new and existing engineering courses;
• oversee and guide students through their dissertations;
• coordinate with teachers and teaching assistants in managing MSc dissertations;
• liaise with relevant Engineering Institutions on programme accreditation matters;
• collaborate with industry professionals to ensure course relevance; and
• perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Requirements

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Building Services Engineering or a related area, be a Chartered Engineer with at least six years’ solid teaching experience in tertiary institution, and have experience in providing direct support to enhance engineering education. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong track record in MSc dissertation supervision and demonstrated experience in teaching, learning, and professional development initiatives. Priority will be given to those with teaching experience in electrical, electronic and building services courses, or research experience in learning and/or tertiary curriculum and pedagogical innovations. Those with less experience may be considered for appointment as Lecturer.

What We Offer

The appointment will be made on a one-year temporary term or a two-year fixed-term, to commence on July 1, 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter, with the possibility of renewal.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment on a two-year fixed-term will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V. together with a teaching statement. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until June 21, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.