Tenure-track Professor/ Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor in Global Health (several posts), School of Public Health

University of Hong Kong

Department
School of Public Health (22400)
Rank
Tenure-Track
Position type
Full-time
Reference
536310
Application deadline
22 Nov 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Conduct independent and collaborative scholarly research in global health.
  • Publish research articles in high-impact journals and attract competitive grants.
  • Teach undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and supervise research postgraduate students.
  • Perform administrative duties within the School of Public Health.
  • Lead and document field interventions and interact with global health partners.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Ph.D. degree or equivalent in public health, epidemiology, economics, political science, geography, medical anthropology, medical sociology, international health law, or related discipline.
  • Prior research experience in development studies, health systems research, global public health, primary health care, or implementation science.
  • Strong track record of high-quality research demonstrated by publications and external grants.
  • International recognition with ability to work across disciplines towards new research initiatives.
  • Strong commitment to teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Appointment

  • Contract: Three-year fixed-term contract with possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before expiry of second three-year fixed-term contract; exceptionally outstanding candidates may be appointed on tenure terms.

Key Dates

  • Commencement: As soon as possible
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