Assistant Professor/Senior Lecturer in Science and Technology

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU), formerly The Open University of Hong Kong, is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We use innovative teaching and education technology to offer world-class education. The University also pursues strategic research in response to the needs of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), the rest of the country, and the world.

To spearhead the development of higher education in the GBA, HKMU has been working closely with the Zhaoqing Municipal Government and Zhaoqing University to establish Hong Kong Metropolitan University (Zhaoqing) (MUZQ), pending the approval of the Ministry of Education.

For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk.

We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the School of Science & Technology:

Assistant Professor / Senior Lecturer (Ref. No.: 2200125)

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

• Undertaking course planning, development, coordination and delivery (including classroom and clinical teaching) in related disciplines;
• Participating in programme development and accreditation exercise;
• Performing scholarly activities and increasing the publication output and raising the level of consultancies in related discipline(s);
• Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate research project(s);
• Engaging in student development activities; and
• Participating in School / University activities and administration.

Candidates

Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

• A doctoral degree in Building Services Engineering, Biomedical Science, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Educational Technology, Environmental Science, Life Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Testing and Certification, or a related discipline (for Assistant Professor);
• A higher degree in Building Services Engineering, Biomedical Science, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Educational Technology, Environmental Science, Life Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Testing and Certification, or a related discipline (for Senior Lecturer);
• Relevant experience in the tertiary education sector;
• Competence in teaching / professional experience including programme development and course administration;
• Strong communication skills and the ability to use English as the medium of instruction;
• A record of research and peer-reviewed scholarly publications (for Assistant Professor); and
• Active participation in scholarly activities / professional activities (for Senior Lecturer).

The level of appointment depends on the candidate’s academic background, experience and competence in academic leadership, teaching, research, scholarly publications, etc.

Please indicate in your CV for the position(s) that you wish to be considered.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, 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.

To Apply

Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System.

https://hkmu.taleo.net/careersection/ex_full_time/jobapply.ftl?lang=en&job=2200125

Closing date of application: 27 June 2022

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