Associate Professor

Overview Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge. As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching. HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA. For more information about the University, please visit Major Duties and Responsibilities Developing and administering programmes of the School Undertaking course planning, development, coordination and delivery (including classroom teaching) Engaging in co‑curricular activities Providing leadership and participating in research and scholarly activities as well as School/University services Performing any duties assigned by the Dean Candidates A PhD degree in Mental Health or other closely related fields Substantial relevant teaching/professional experience Outstanding academic background and achievements Demonstrated academic leadership and contributions in higher education High level of competence in teaching and postgraduate student supervision Substantial contribution through effective innovation in delivery of education, curriculum development, course design and teaching/learning methodologies Solid record of research and peer‑reviewed scholarly publications in prestigious outlets Good accomplishments in obtaining external competitive research grants Substantial achievements in knowledge transfer Considerable contribution to the University, profession and community To Apply Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. Terms and Conditions for Appointment An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, a composite cash/housing allowance, an end‑of‑contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff‑development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided. Accommodation Programme for Overseas Young Teaching Staff Overseas candidates who are successfully appointed by the University at the rank of Assistant Professor only and below age 50 will be eligible to apply for the 'Accommodation Programme for Overseas Young Teaching Staff' sponsored by the 'Katie Shu Sui Pui Charitable Trust'. This programme offers the opportunity to reside in assigned accommodation free of charge for a period of up to six months, subject to terms and conditions. Personal Data Notice The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment. For details, please refer to the 'Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant' on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. #J-18808-Ljbffr