Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the Department of Chinese and History

City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) is one of the world’s leading universities, known for innovation, creativity and research. We are now seeking exceptional scholars to join us as Assistant Professors/Associate Professors/Professors/Chair Professors (on substantiation-track) in all academic fields with special focuses on One Health, Digital Society, Smart City, Matter, Brain, and related interdisciplinary areas.  Research fields of particular interest include, but not limited to: 

• Biomedical Science and Engineering
• Veterinary Science
• Computer Science and Data Science
• Neuroscience and Neural Engineering
• Bio-Statistics and AI-Healthcare
• Smart/Semi-Conductor Manufacturing
• AI/Robotics/Autonomous Systems
• Aerospace and Microelectronics Engineering
• Energy Generation and Storage
• Digital Business and Innovation Management
• Fintech and Business Analytics
• Computational Social Sciences
• Digital Humanities
• Digital and New Media
• Law and Technology
• Private Law
• Healthy, Smart and Sustainable Cities

Successful candidates should have a demonstrated ability to build a world-class research programme related to CityUHK’s strategic research areas, plus a commitment to education and student mentorship.  Candidates must possess a doctorate in their respective field by the time of appointment. 

Applications and nominations are invited for: 

Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the Department of Chinese and History [Ref. R/362/26] 

Duties

Teach and supervise students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including BA, MA, MPhil, and PhD; undertake research and administrative duties in academic programmes and student activities. 

Requirements

A PhD in East Asian culture and literature or religious studies, with competence in undertaking research and teaching in Chinese religions, Chinese intellectual history, and/or Southeast Asian and South Asian Buddhism. Prospective candidates are expected to teach the following courses, namely "Readings in Pre-Qin Confucianism and Daoism," "History of Chinese Thought," "Chinese Religious Literature," and "History of Chinese Buddhist Thought." Applicants must also submit a sample course syllabus for review by the selection committee. 

Applicants with an interest in interdisciplinary studies and substantial experience in academic or research institutions are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates with a relevant teaching or professional background, strong research and administrative abilities, and a proven record of publications. Proficiency in both Chinese and English is essential for instructional duties. 

Candidates for Professor are expected to showcase exceptional research/grant achievements and possess an international standing. 

Candidates for Associate Professor should have demonstrated a history of high-impact publications and grants, along with the ability/potential to develop a research field independently. 

Candidates for Assistant Professor should have exhibited promise in impactful publications and grant acquisition. 

Salary and Conditions of Service

Remuneration package will be driven by market competitiveness and individual performance.  Excellent fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes, and relocation assistance (where applicable).  Initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract. 

Information and Application

Further information on the post and the University is available by clicking the 'Apply' button or from the Department of Chinese and History, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong (email:virginia.chan@cityu.edu.hk). 

To apply, please submit an online application at http://jobs.cityu.edu.hk, and include a current curriculum vitae.  Nominations can be sent directly to the Department (email: virginia.chan@cityu.edu.hk).  Review of applications will start from 7 November 2026, and will continue until the post is filled.  Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted; and those shortlisted for the post of Assistant Professor will be requested to arrange for at least 2 reference reports sent directly by the referees to the Department, specifying the position applied for.  The University's privacy policy is available on the homepage. 

City University of Hong Kong is an equal opportunity employer.  We are committed to the principle of diversity.  Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes. 

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