Tenure-Track Associate Professor/Assistant Professor

University of Hong Kong

Department
Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine (20700)
Rank
Tenure-Track
Position type
Full-time
Reference
534742
Application deadline
19 Sep 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Manage ongoing research projects on emerging infectious diseases.
  • Publish original research articles consistently in high-impact journals.
  • Obtain external competitive grants.
  • Participate in teaching and enhance medical and healthcare-related courses.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Hold a Ph.D. degree in Microbiology, Virology, or related disciplines.
  • Demonstrate strong track record in virological research in specified areas: virus interactions, artificial intelligence/computational methods, viral immunity, or omics investigations.
  • Those with less experience may be considered for Assistant Professor appointment.

Appointment

  • Tenure-Track Associate Professor/Assistant Professor; three-year fixed-term contract with possibility of renewal and tenure consideration before expiry of second three-year contract, subject to satisfactory performance.

Key Dates

  • Start date: As soon as possible.
  • Application review deadline: September 19, 2026 (or until post is filled, whichever is earlier).
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