Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor (Social Work)

Hong Kong Baptist University

Department
Social Work
Rank
Associate Professor
Position type
Full-time
Reference
25260796
Application deadline
31 Aug 2026

# Social Work Position Summary

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Conduct cutting-edge academic research addressing social problems.
  • Develop and contribute to academic programme development.
  • Assume high-level service and administrative responsibilities.
  • Teach and mentor students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
  • Contribute to the professional community through research, training, and consultation.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Possess a relevant doctoral degree.
  • Demonstrate a proven track record of impactful research and tertiary teaching experience.
  • Have a substantial publication record in international refereed journals.
  • Show evidence of potential for securing research funding.
  • Exhibit strong teaching abilities at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Appointment

  • Full-time; Tenure-track position with fixed-term contract of 2-3 years; Tenured appointment expected within 6 years.

Key Dates

  • Start date: January 2027
  • Application review deadline: 4 months after submission (unsuccessful applicants will not be invited for interview)
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