Work type: Full-time

Department: Department of Psychology (30200)

Categories: Professoriate Staff

Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology in the Department of Psychology (Ref: 526796), to commence on January 01, 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and with consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract. The appointment rank will be determined based on qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.  Exceptionally outstanding candidates may be considered for appointment on tenure terms subject to approval.)

As the first psychology department in Hong Kong, established in 1968, our department has a rich history of academic excellence. Ranked 3rd in Asia and 34th worldwide in the 2024 QS World University Ranking in the subject of Psychology, our 21 faculty members and over 90 research postgraduates and postdoctoral fellows actively engage in a wide range of research areas, including clinical psychology/neuropsychology, cognitive psychology/cognitive science, neuroscience, educational and developmental psychology, as well as social/health psychology.

Our department offers comprehensive undergraduate, taught postgraduate, MPhil, and PhD programs in psychology. We also support open science and strive for high integrity, trustworthy, replicable and reproducible research. We value diverse research methodologies. Further information about the Department can be obtained at https://psychology.hku.hk/.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree (or equivalent) in Clinical Psychology, with a demonstrated track record of research and teaching, or sound indicators of such potential. Clinical experiences that can inform their teaching will be an asset. The appointee is expected to maintain an active research programme (including securing external research grants), and be responsible for teaching courses and supervising students at both graduate and undergraduate levels, as well as contributing to the administration of academic programmes. To apply for Associate Professor, candidates should have a strong research record with publications in leading academic journals.

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.  Housing benefits will be provided as applicable.

The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload (1) an up-to-date CV, (2) a research statement, (3) a teaching statement, and (4) state the contact information of three referees on the online application form. Enquiries about the post can be sent to the Chair of Selection Committee (hrpsyc@hku.hk).  Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until August 31, 2024, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.