Tenure-Track Clinical Professor/ Clinical Associate Professor/ Clinical Assistant

Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Clinical Professor/ Clinical Associate Professor/ Clinical Assistant Professor (several posts) in the School of Public Health (Ref.: 516771), to commence as soon as possible, on a four-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second four-year fixed-term contract. Exceptionally outstanding candidates may be considered for appointment on tenure terms.

Applicants should possess a primary medical qualification registrable in Hong Kong and a specialist qualification in Public Health Medicine (F.H.K.A.M. (Community Medicine)) or equivalent (e.g. F.F.P.H., F.A.F.P.H., F.R.C.P.(C) in Community Health, American Board certification in Preventive Medicine, etc.). They should demonstrate (i) proven ability to produce quality research, publications in high quality international journals, and evidence of regional and international recognition for scholarship and professional expertise; (ii) ability in undergraduate and postgraduate education, clinical practice and research; (iii) participation in Faculty and University affairs; and (iv) capability in knowledge exchange (KE) activities, and leadership in professional education programmes or community engagement.

The appointees are expected to strengthen the School's research, teaching and KE programmes in public health medicine, and facilitate innovative and effective ways to integrate clinical medicine and public health practice into population health research. They will contribute to the development and delivery of teaching programmes of the School (i.e. BASc in Global Health and Development and Master in Public Health), and the medical and health science courses of the Faculty. Information about the School can be found at http://sph.hku.hk. Enquiry about the post should be directed to joinsph@hku.hk . Those with less experience may be considered for appointment as Clinical Associate Professor/ Clinical Assistant Professor.

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. A monthly cash allowance will be offered to the successful candidate. Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable.

The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and provide an updated C.V., a publication list highlighting their best papers and a 1-page statement of future research and career plan. Review of applications will start on October 26, 2022 and continue until March 31, 2023 (extended to June 30, 2023) , or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.

Advertised: Oct 12, 2022 (HK Time)
Applications close: Jun 30, 2023 (HK Time)