Lecturer

We now invite applications for appointment as Lecturer in the Faculty of Education.

Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee will be expected to undertake substantial teaching responsibilities at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in one or more of the following areas: educational inquiry, curriculum studies, foundations of education, and philosophy and sociology of education. He/She will also be expected to supervise postgraduate students and perform administrative duties as appropriate.

Essential Requirements

Applicants should possess a Master’s degree or above in Education or in a relevant discipline, and at least 5 years’ teaching experience in schools or tertiary institutions. Possession of a doctoral degree or teaching/professional qualification in the relevant fields is advantageous. Knowledge of the Hong Kong educational context is necessary.

What We Offer

The appointment will be made on fixed-term full-time contract for 3 years, to commence on August 1, 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter, with the possibility of renewal.

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 at 15% of basic salary. Other benefits include annual leave and professional leave, medical benefits, and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

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, and a teaching statement of not more than 2 pages. Review of applications will start on April 20, 2025 and continue until April 30, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

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