"Tenure-Track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in Hydrogeology"

Job Details

Applications are invited for appointment as Tenant-Track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in the area of Hydrogeology in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, The University of Hong Kong (Ref.: 533219), to commence as soon as possible, on a three-year fixed-term basis with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Hydrogeology or other groundwater-related fields. They should be able to demonstrate excellence in teaching and research in Hydrogeology. Preference will be given to those whose research interests focus on coastal hydrogeology or groundwater and surface water, with expertise in groundwater hydraulics, numerical modeling, hydrogeochemistry, and field hydrogeology. Applicants should also have a strong interest in teaching, with a commitment to teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, mentoring graduate students; and strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential. This appointment provides an outstanding opportunity for research and teaching collaboration across a broad range of disciplines.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable.

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload (1) an up-to-date CV, (2) a letter of interest, (3) a research statement, (4) a teaching statement, (5) five most significant research publications, (6) teaching evaluations, if any, and (7) contact information of at least three referees. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until November 30, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Advertised: Sep 25, 2025 (HK Time)
Applications close: Nov 30, 2025 (HK Time)