Q: What qualifications are required for the Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position?

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in a relevant discipline, demonstrate a proven track record in research, and be prepared to teach and supervise at BA, MA, MPhil, and PhD levels. Expertise at the intersection of literatures in English and emerging technologies (e.g., AI/LLM, VR/AR) is essential. See <a href='/higher-ed-career-advice/how-to-write-a-winning-academic-cv'>how to write a winning academic CV</a> to highlight your fit.

Q: What is the application deadline and process?

Review begins immediately and continues until March 31, 2026 or until filled. Apply online via HKU portal with: (1) cover letter, (2) CV (with 3 referees), (3) writing sample. Shortlisted candidates submit reference letters. Use tips from <a href='/higher-ed-career-advice/how-to-write-a-winning-academic-cv'>academic CV guide</a> and <a href='/professor-jobs'>professor jobs</a> resources.

Q: When does the position start, and what is the employment type?

The role commences on September 1, 2026 or soon after. It is a full-time tenure-track appointment on a 3-year fixed-term basis, renewable, with tenure consideration before the second term ends.

Q: What research areas and expertise are preferred?

Focus on literatures in English (any period) intersecting with emerging technologies: Large Language Models (LLM), GIS, VR/AR, gaming/narrative, digital archiving. Preference for AI and interdisciplinary digital humanities. Explore <a href='/research-jobs'>research jobs</a> for similar opportunities.

Q: What benefits are offered by the University of Hong Kong?

Competitive salary based on qualifications, contract-end gratuity, 15% University retirement contribution, annual/professional leave, medical benefits, on-campus gym/library access, and applicable housing benefits.

Q: Does the position support visa sponsorship or relocation?

The job posting does not explicitly mention visa sponsorship or relocation support. Contact <a href='mailto:english@hku.hk' target='_blank'>english@hku.hk</a> for details. Check <a href='/higher-ed-jobs/faculty'>faculty jobs</a> in Hong Kong for similar roles.

Question 1

What qualifications are required for the Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position?

Accepted Answer

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in a relevant discipline, demonstrate a proven track record in research, and be prepared to teach and supervise at BA, MA, MPhil, and PhD levels. Expertise at the intersection of literatures in English and emerging technologies (e.g., AI/LLM, VR/AR) is essential. See how to write a winning academic CV to highlight your fit.

Question 2

What is the application deadline and process?

Accepted Answer

Review begins immediately and continues until March 31, 2026 or until filled. Apply online via HKU portal with: (1) cover letter, (2) CV (with 3 referees), (3) writing sample. Shortlisted candidates submit reference letters. Use tips from academic CV guide and professor jobs resources.

Question 3

When does the position start, and what is the employment type?

Accepted Answer

The role commences on September 1, 2026 or soon after. It is a full-time tenure-track appointment on a 3-year fixed-term basis, renewable, with tenure consideration before the second term ends.

Question 4

What research areas and expertise are preferred?

Accepted Answer

Focus on literatures in English (any period) intersecting with emerging technologies: Large Language Models (LLM), GIS, VR/AR, gaming/narrative, digital archiving. Preference for AI and interdisciplinary digital humanities. Explore research jobs for similar opportunities.

Question 5

What benefits are offered by the University of Hong Kong?

Accepted Answer

Competitive salary based on qualifications, contract-end gratuity, 15% University retirement contribution, annual/professional leave, medical benefits, on-campus gym/library access, and applicable housing benefits.

Question 6

Does the position support visa sponsorship or relocation?

Accepted Answer

The job posting does not explicitly mention visa sponsorship or relocation support. Contact english@hku.hk for details. Check faculty jobs in Hong Kong for similar roles.

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