"Senior Lecturer/ Lecturer in Science Education (Ref: 2500024B)"

Department of Curriculum and Instruction

Senior Lecturer/ Lecturer in Science Education (Ref: 2500024B)

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction under the Faculty of Education at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is a dynamic centre in the Asia-Pacific region for teaching and research in the broad areas of curriculum and instruction. In addition to Faculty-based undergraduate teacher education, Postgraduate Diploma in Education, Master of Education, Doctor of Education and PhD programmes, the Department offers several Master of Arts / Science programmes as well as research supervision across a range of subject areas. The Faculty of Education of CUHK is an international centre for professional training and research in education. Detailed information about the Faculty of Education and the Department is available at http://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/.

The Department invites applications for full-time appointment as Senior Lecturer/ Lecturer in Science Education.

For Senior Lecturer, applicants should have (i) a relevant doctoral degree; and (ii) at least 8 years of post-doctoral relevant experience. Evidence of research and scholarly activities is also generally expected.

For Lecturer, applicants should have (i) a Master’s degree (preferably a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline); and (ii) at least 4 years of post-Master relevant experience. Applicants who possess a doctoral degree with less experience will also be considered.

Applicants should also have (a) a strong track record in teaching; (b) extensive professional experience, leadership services to schools and the education community; (c) good knowledge of the education systems of Hong Kong and its neighbouring communities; and (d) strong commitment to excellence in teaching. A good track record of pedagogical research, an initial record of refereed publications, and the ability to contribute to the teaching and development of courses related to educational technology and/or STEAM education are added advantages.

The appointee will be responsible for curriculum development and teaching in teacher education and higher degree programmes offered by the Faculty of Education. Supervision of teaching practice is also required.

Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for up to two years, renewable subject to performance and mutual agreement.

Review of applications will start on February 1, 2026. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

Application Procedure

Applicants should complete the online application form and upload a full curriculum vitae with details of three referees.

The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.