Ref.: 537430
Work type: Full-time
Department: Faculty of Education (10000)
Categories: Professoriate Staff
The University
Founded in 1911, the University of Hong Kong has attained its pre-eminence as a research-led comprehensive university through upholding the highest international standards of excellence in its research pursuits, scholarship, teaching and learning, and service to the community. The University is consistently ranked amongst the world's top universities: 11th in QS World University Rankings 2026, 1st in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026, 33rd in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026. In recent years, the University was ranked multiple times as the most international University in the world.
Home to ten disciplinary Faculties (Architecture, Arts, Business and Economics, Dentistry, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Science, and Social Sciences), the University is committed to fostering interdisciplinary exchange with an outlook for transformative breakthroughs, innovations and global impact. There are 42,330 undergraduate and postgraduate students from 97 countries, and more than 9,600 academic, academic-related and administrative staff. The University has embarked on a number of ambitious infrastructure and facilities projects required for future expansion in the Northern Metropolis, Beijing, Shanghai and Europe.
The Faculty of Education
HKU has been involved in teacher education since 1917, and the Faculty of Education was established in 1984. The Faculty of Education is forward-looking and world leading, ranking 5th globally in Education (QS 2026). It has assumed an important role in educational research and professional training as a major provider of teacher education programmes and has contributed significantly to education policy and development in Hong Kong with its strong expertise in policy analysis and curriculum development. The Faculty is also the first in Hong Kong to offer degree programmes that train speech therapists and audiologists for the local community. More information about the Faculty can be found at https://web.edu.hku.hk/.
The Position
We now invite applications for appointment as Tenure-Track Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Chinese Language Education in the Faculty of Education.
Duties and Responsibilities
The appointee will teach Chinese Language pedagogy and assessment courses offered in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. He/She will also supervise research postgraduate students, contribute actively to research and knowledge exchange, and assume service/administrative responsibilities as appropriate. Candidate appointed at the senior level will also lead collaborative and interdisciplinary initiatives in research and knowledge exchange, mentor and nurture the next generation of scholars and researchers, and assume high-level service/administrative responsibilities.
Essential Requirements
Applicants should possess (i) a Ph.D. degree in the broad area of Chinese Studies, with specialization in Chinese Language and Literature, Chinese Language Studies, Chinese Linguistics, Chinese Language Education including assessment and pedagogy, or associated areas such as Psycholinguistics or Bilingual Education; (ii) solid teaching and research experience in Chinese Language Education; (iii) a proven track record in, or strong potential for, sustained high-quality research, scholarly publications and competitive external funding; and (iv) ability or potential to demonstrate academic leadership and strong commitment to the highest standard of excellence. Experience related to primary school education would be an advantage.
What We Offer
The appointment will be made on fixed-term full-time contract for 3 years initially, to commence on August 1, 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of the second three-year fixed-term contract. Exceptionally outstanding candidates at Professor/Associate Professor level may be considered for appointment on tenure terms subject to approval.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, together with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totaling up to 15% of basic salary. Other benefits include annual leave and professional leave, medical benefits, and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable.
How to Apply
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University's careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload a cover letter indicating the earliest availability date, an up-to-date C.V. with the contact information of three referees, one sample of a representative research output, a research plan of not more than 2 pages, and a teaching statement of not more than 2 pages. Review of applications will start on October 18, 2026 and continue until October 31, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency