Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations.
Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/.
Applications are now invited for the following post:
Research Assistant Professor
Department of Management
(Post Ref.: 26/260)
The Department of Management (http://www.LN.edu.hk/mgt/) is committed to excellence in teaching, impactful research, and student development. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in management and human resource management, integrating analytics and artificial intelligence into its curriculum to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in Hong Kong’s dynamic business environment and beyond. With faculty recognised for their achievements in research, knowledge transfer, and teaching, the Department welcomes talented individuals to contribute to its vibrant academic community.
The appointee is expected to:
- publish in internationally recognised, high-quality peer-reviewed journals;
- actively pursue external research funding through RGC grants and other local or overseas competitive grant schemes and/or fellowship schemes;
- teach a range of subjects in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes as well as contribute to curriculum development; and
- undertake administrative duties as assigned by their supervisor(s).
General Requirements
Applicants should hold a PhD degree in Management or a related field obtained no more than five years prior to the commencement of the appointment. Applicants should demonstrate a strong research track record, evidenced by high-quality research outputs that meet international standards, together with a clear, well-articulated independent research agenda with strong potential for publications within the appointment period. Strong competitive research grant records and international research collaboration are preferred. Applicants should also possess a high level of proficiency in spoken and written English and demonstrate the ability to deliver effective teaching in English at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Administrative experience in university departments would be a distinct advantage.
Appointment
The conditions of the appointments will be competitive. The remuneration will be commensurate with the applicants’ qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund, gratuity, incoming passage and baggage allowance for the eligible appointee. The initial appointment will normally be made on a fixed-term contract of two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to performance and the availability of funding.
Application Procedure (online application only)
Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Applicants should provide a CV and information about their work experience, qualifications, research interests and achievements. A statement of their publications and of any works in progress currently under review are required. Applicants shall also provide names and contact information of at least three referees to whom applicants’ consent has been given for their providing references. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.
We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Lingnan University is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Moreover, the anti-discrimination laws in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (namely Sex Discrimination Ordinance, Disability Discrimination Ordinance, Family Status Discrimination Ordinance and Race Discrimination Ordinance) forbid discrimination and victimization in employment on the grounds of sex, marital status, pregnancy, disability, family status, race and the like. It is unlawful to decide against a candidate on the aforesaid grounds.
Enquiries: recruit@LN.edu.hk
