{"job":{"jobId":2496198,"fk_accountId":null,"fk_organizationId":625,"fk_adminAccountId":null,"title":"Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Fashion Business / Consumer Behaviour","description":"\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><b>THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY</b></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">With 85 years of rich heritage, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)* has evolved alongside our society and made pivotal contributions to the development of Hong Kong, the Nation and the world. PolyU pursues world-class excellence in education and research, and it offers a wide range of programmes in six faculties and three independent schools. Besides ranking among the top 100 universities globally by both THE and QS World University Rankings, PolyU was placed among the top 50 universities in four disciplines in QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023, with three of them ranking 1st in Hong Kong.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><b>SCHOOL OF FASHION AND TEXTILES</b></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">The School of Fashion and Textiles used to be under PolyU’s Faculty of Applied Science and Textiles for many years, but as of July 2022, the university spun it off and established it as an independent school to meet the growing demand and explore creative possibilities. With rapid technological advancement, fashion is ever-expanding, with so many permutation and integration possibilities encompassing different aspects of society and humanities to contribute to knowledge advancement, reimagining the future, and betterment of society.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">Situated in the best part of Hong Kong, PolyU offers an exciting lifestyle and ample opportunities for commerce and industry interactions through research and teaching. PolyU is a supportive and rigorous institution to pursue your academic ambitions on many fronts. For further information, please visit the School’s website at <a data-mz=\"\" href=\"https://www.polyu.edu.hk/sft/\" rel=\"no-follow\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.polyu.edu.hk/sft/</a>.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in </strong><b><strong>Fashion Business / Consumer Behaviour / Retailing / E‑Commerce / Technology Management</strong> </b>(Ref. 231018015)</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>The appointee will be required to</strong></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(a) teach and contribute to curriculum development at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels and supervise research students;</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(b) initiate, lead and participate in research, consultancy and other scholarly activities leading to publications in refereed journals, and awards of research grants;</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(c) undertake academic and departmental administrative duties; and</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(d) perform any other duties as assigned by the Dean of School or his/her delegates.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>Applicants should have</strong></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(a) a PhD degree in Fashion Business Marketing, Consumer Studies, Psychology, Sociology or related disciplines;</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(b) sound experience in university teaching and/or research/industrial experience in fashion retail operation, digital marketing, sustainability, data analytics in the fashion business, artificial intelligence technologies, fashion trends or related areas;</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(c) solid research and publication records in high-quality scholarly journals or strong potential to publish in top-tier refereed journals, as well as good potential in bidding for research grants and establishing significant externally funded research projects;</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(d) strong commitment to excellence in teaching, research and professional service; and</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(e) excellent communication skills and be able to use English as the medium of instruction. </p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">Preference will be given to those with strong research orientation, potential to publish in high quality scholarly journals and a good teaching record. Applicants for appointment at Associate Professor level should have substantial years of relevant post-qualification experience and an excellent record of relevant academic and/or research achievement. </p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">Applicants with less experience will be considered for appointment as Assistant Professor.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><b>Conditions of Service</b></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Initial appointment for Assistant Professor will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract. Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement. An appropriate term will be provided for appointment at Associate Professor level. For general information on terms and conditions for appointment of academic staff in the University, please visit the website at <a data-mz=\"\" href=\"https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/docdrive/careers/doc/Prof.pdf\" rel=\"no-follow\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/docdrive/careers/doc/Prof.pdf</a>.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><b>Application</b></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">Please submit an application through PolyU’s career website (<a data-mz=\"\" href=\"https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/academic\" rel=\"no-follow\" target=\"_blank\">https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/academic</a>). <b>C</b><b>onsideration of applications will commence on 31 October 2023 until the position is filled</b>. The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at <a data-mz=\"\" href=\"https://www.polyu.edu.hk/en/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/\" rel=\"no-follow\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/</a>.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><i>PolyU is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity. 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We have done more than change with the times. We have nurtured many bright minds who have contributed to the advancement of society. We are also a platform where practical, yet world-changing, ideas are conceived and brought to life.</p><p> </p><p>Through our relentless pursuit of excellence, we pioneer new ways of delivering higher learning. Our innovative model combines professional knowledge with service-learning and real-world experience. Our global connections open the minds and broaden the perspectives of our future generations. And our culture of blazing new trails drives us to challenge boundaries and uncover knowledge that benefits mankind.</p><p> </p><p>The results speak for themselves. Over the decades, our graduates have become movers and shakers in different fields. We conduct thousands of <a href=\"https://www.timeshighereducation.com/hub/hong-kong-polytechnic-university\"><strong>research</strong></a> – ranging from improving daily life to opening up new horizons in space. We are committed to finding cures and fighting poverty, shaping fashion trends and making the world greener. 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