Chinese University of Hong Kong, Department of History

Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor

The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Applications are invited for:-

Department of History
Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor
(Ref. 190001WJ)

The History Department of The Chinese University of Hong Kong invites applications for full-time academic post in Overseas Chinese and Hong Kong History. The Department welcomes applicants who have the following research specialties: Overseas Chinese and/or Hong Kong History. The academic rank of appointment will be considered with reference to the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Applicants should (i) have a doctoral degree from a reputable university; (ii) be a well-proven researcher and teacher, with a solid publication record, and capable of intellectual leadership; and (iii) be committed to teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Being able to teach in a comparative perspective/approach is necessary.

The appointee will (a) develop and deliver teaching and research programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels suitable for Hong Kong; (b) participate in independent and/or collaborative research programmes; (c) serve on undergraduate and postgraduate thesis/dissertation committees; and (d) provide service at departmental, faculty and/or University levels.

Appointment will normally be made on contract basis for up to three years initially commencing August 2020, which, subject to funding, performance and mutual agreement, may lead to longer-term appointment or substantiation later.

Applicants are encouraged to apply by December 31, 2019, review of applications will begin in Spring 2020. Applications will be accepted until the post is filled.