Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Physical Geography

University of Hong Kong

Department
Department of Geography (30900)
Rank
Tenure-Track
Position type
Full-time
Reference
536999
Application deadline
30 Sep 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Conduct high-impact, internationally recognised interdisciplinary research in physical geography addressing environmental change and Earth surface systems.
  • Publish consistently in top-tier, peer-reviewed international journals.
  • Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses and contribute to curriculum development.
  • Supervise MPhil and PhD research students.
  • Collaborate interdisciplinarily across departmental research themes and with external partners.
  • Contribute to departmental service, administration, and knowledge exchange activities.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Hold a PhD in Geography, Earth System Science, Environmental Science, or closely related discipline.
  • Demonstrate strong expertise in physical geography (e.g., climate change, biogeography, hydrology, land surface processes).
  • Have a strong record of publications in reputable international peer-reviewed journals.
  • Demonstrate experience in, or clear potential for, securing competitive research grants.
  • Show expertise in or clear potential for applying artificial intelligence to environmental challenges.

Appointment

  • Full-time / Not specified

Key Dates

  • Not specified
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