Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Smart Social Work in the Department of Social Work and Social Administration
University of Hong Kong
- Department
- Department of Social Work and Social Administration (30300)
- Rank
- Tenure-Track
- Position type
- Full-time
- Reference
- 534725
- Application deadline
- 31 Aug 2026
Duties & Responsibilities
- Advance scholarship on how AI and digital technologies can enhance social work practice and service systems.
- Teach effectively in English in the broad area of AI and Social Work/Human Services Innovation.
- Contribute to research and practice/policy translation in responsible innovation and evidence generation.
- Collaborate interdisciplinarily with colleagues on community impact initiatives.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Professional training in Social Work, clinical psychology, or educational psychology.
- Evidence of (or strong potential for) high-quality publications with a clear research trajectory in AI/Tech and social work.
- Ability to teach effectively in English; Cantonese/Mandarin capability is an asset but not required.
Appointment
- Full-time, three-year fixed-term contract with possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract.
Key Dates
- Start date: December 1, 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter)
- Application review start: As soon as possible
- Closing date: August 31, 2026 (or until position is filled)