Job Description

Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Politics and Public Administration (30100)
Categories: Professoriate Staff

Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Professor in International Relations in the Department of Politics and Public Administration (Ref: 524389), to commence in August 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter, 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, subject to satisfactory performance.  Exceptionally outstanding candidates may be considered for appointment on direct tenure terms subject to the University’s approval.

The Department of Politics and Public Administration has played a leading role in Politics and Public Administration research and education since its establishment in 1970. The Department offers three highly successful taught postgraduate programmes Master of Public Administration (MPA), Master in International and Public Affairs (MIPA), and Doctor of Public Administration (DPA) as well as a thriving undergraduate programme. More information about the Department can be obtained at https://ppa.hku.hk/.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in the related fields.  They should demonstrate substantial intellectual leadership in their field and have extensive research and teaching experience, with a strong track record of publications. Candidates with the potential to make significant achievements or contributions to the field, complementing the strengths of our department, are preferred.  The position is open across various specializations, and applicants should have a well-defined research focus complemented by robust empirical skills and abilities.

The appointees will teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, supervise research postgraduate students, contribute actively to research and knowledge exchange, and assume high-level service/administrative responsibilities relevant to the Department’s operation and strategic development as appropriate.  They will also lead collaborative and interdisciplinary initiatives in research and knowledge exchange, mentor and nurture the junior scholars and researchers.

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

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 (1) an up-to-date CV, (2) a cover letter, (3) a publication list highlighting your best four publications in the recent six years, (4) a research statement, (5) a teaching statement, (6) teaching evaluations, and (7) contact information of three referees.  Review of applications will commence on January 22, 2024 (extended to February 15, 2024), and continue until the post is filled, whichever is the earlier.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency.

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