"Tenure-Track Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the School of Chinese Medicine"

Ref.: 532930

Work type: Full-time

Department: School of Chinese Medicine (22100)

Categories: Professoriate Staff

Applications are invited for appointment as Tenant-Track Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the School of Chinese Medicine (Ref.: 532930), to commence as soon as possible, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract.

Applicants should possess (i) a recognized undergraduate degree in Chinese Medicine registrable with the Chinese Medicine Council of Hong Kong and a Ph.D. degree in Chinese Medicine or related disciplines; (ii) substantial experience in Chinese medicine clinical practice, teaching, as well as course development in tertiary institutions; (iii) a proven track record of high-quality research and scholarships in the discipline as measured by impactful publications, external grants obtained, supervision of research postgraduate students and cross-disciplinary collaborations; (iv) strong commitment to Chinese Medicine education, with interests in pursuing innovations in pedagogy and curriculum design; (v) proficiency in both Chinese and English.

The appointee will take part in healthcare services, teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, supervision of research postgraduate students, and academic research. He/She is also expected to perform administrative duties. Those with less experience may be considered for appointment as Assistant Professor.

Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.:531655) need not re-apply.

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 with (i) an executive summary outlining your field of research and highlights of major contributions to teaching and learning, research and scholarship, healthcare services, administration, as well as knowledge exchange; and (ii) an up-to-date CV with a publication list highlighting your best four publications in the recent six years. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until October 31, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

The University thanks applicants for their interest, but advises that only candidates shortlisted for interviews will be notified of the application result.