Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the Department of Chinese and History

Overview

City University of Hong Kong is seeking exceptional scholars for the position of Professor, Associate Professor, or Assistant Professor in the Department of Chinese and History under reference number R/362/26. The initial appointment is made on a fixed-term contract with work conducted on site.

Who can apply

Applicants must hold a PhD in East Asian culture and literature or religious studies, earned by the time of appointment. Candidates need competence in researching and teaching Chinese religions, Chinese intellectual history, and Southeast Asian and South Asian Buddhism. Proficiency in both Chinese and English is essential for instructional duties. Those with an interest in interdisciplinary studies and substantial experience in academic or research institutions are encouraged to apply, with preference given to individuals with a relevant teaching or professional background, strong research and administrative abilities, and a proven publication record. Professor candidates must have exceptional research and grant achievements alongside an international standing. Associate Professor candidates need a history of high-impact publications and grants coupled with the ability to develop a research field independently. Assistant Professor candidates must exhibit promise in impactful publications and grant acquisition.

What you get

The remuneration package is driven by market competitiveness and individual performance, and includes fringe benefits such as gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes, and relocation assistance where applicable.

Requirements

Appointees are required to teach and supervise students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including BA, MA, MPhil, and PhD degrees. Responsibilities also include undertaking research and administrative duties in academic programmes and student activities, as well as teaching specific courses covering Pre-Qin Confucianism and Daoism readings, Chinese thought history, Chinese religious literature, and Chinese Buddhist thought history. Applicants must submit a current curriculum vitae and a sample course syllabus for review by the selection committee. Shortlisted applicants for the Assistant Professor role must arrange for at least two reference reports sent directly by referees to the Department, specifying the position applied for.

How to apply

Applications and nominations are submitted online or sent directly to the Department of Chinese and History at City University of Hong Kong located at Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong, or via email to virginia.chan@cityu.edu.hk.

Key dates

The review of applications starts on 7 November 2026 and continues until the post is filled. The closing date for applications is 29 December 2026.