Teaching Assistant

University of Hong Kong

Department
Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, School of Clinical Medicine (21000)
Rank
Teaching Assistant
Position type
Full-time
Reference
536568
Application deadline
25 Jul 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Work with a multidisciplinary team to enhance student learning through innovative teaching approaches in MBBS and Common Core courses.
  • Conduct tutorials and field trips for Common Core courses.
  • Develop and prepare teaching and learning materials.
  • Assist with administrative and clerical duties, data collection, analysis, and entry.
  • Support preparation of proposals, reports, and grant applications.
  • Work outside normal office hours and weekends as required by teaching needs.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Hold a Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Medical Sciences, or a related interdisciplinary field.
  • Have at least 2 years of relevant work experience.
  • Demonstrate excellent spoken and written English and Chinese proficiency.
  • Show familiarity with common IT applications.
  • Possess prior teaching experience and ability to design creative learning activities (highly desirable).
  • Display strong writing, communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Be able to work independently and collaboratively, multitask, and show self-motivation.

Appointment

  • Full-time contract for one year with possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

Key Dates

  • Commencement: As soon as possible.
  • Application review start date: July 6, 2026.
  • Application review end date: July 25, 2026 (or until post is filled, whichever is earlier).
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