Applications are invited for appointment as Non-Tenure Track Clinical Professor of Practice in the School of Public Health (Ref.: 534063), to commence as soon as possible, on a three- or four-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance.
Qualifications & Experience
Applicants must hold specialist registration with the Hong Kong Medical Council (or be eligible for specialist registration via the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine). Candidates should have:
- A nationally or internationally recognized record of excellence in public health, epidemiology, or community medicine;
- Demonstrated leadership in clinical research, policy advisory, or large-scale public health initiatives;
- A strong commitment to teaching, curriculum development, and mentorship in medical and public health education;
- Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration and strategic program development in academic or healthcare settings.
Preference will be given to candidates with:
- A proven track record in public health practice, including advisory roles in government or professional bodies;
- Experience in leading large-scale research projects (e.g., epidemiological studies, clinical trials, or community-based interventions);
- Administrative leadership in academic institutions, healthcare organizations, or professional colleges.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Contribute to teaching and curriculum development in undergraduate (MBBS) and postgraduate (MPH) programmes;
- Lead or support high-impact research in public health, infectious diseases, or preventive medicine;
- Engage in knowledge exchange, policy advisory roles, and national/international collaborations;
- Play a strategic role in departmental or faculty-wide initiatives, including accreditation, interdisciplinary research, and public health training programmes.
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 post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., and provide contact information of 3 referees. Review of applications will start on January 30, 2026 and continue until February 28, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
