Lecturer in the Centre for Civil Society and Governance (Ref.: 532382), to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree preferably in a Social Sciences or related disciplines. They should have at least 3 years’ relevant teaching experience at tertiary and professional level, or a combination of 3 years of teaching, research and/or professional experience, in Sustainable Development and Globalisation, Environmental Governance and Policy, Social-Ecological Systems or Social Innovation and Incubation. Preference will be given to those who have some experience in teaching programme development and management for inter-disciplinary subjects and have been involved in knowledge exchange and research activities at the regional and international levels.
The appointee will contribute to the overall teaching and action research effectiveness in a wide spectrum of sustainability-related activities at the Centre, and be responsible for curriculum planning and development, validation and accreditation of new and/or existing programmes, and teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. He/She will also participate in research and action projects, support the work of the Academy for Sustainable Communities established under the Centre, and perform other teaching and research-related duties as assigned by the Director.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At the current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary.
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV together with a research statement, a teaching statement, and a writing sample.
Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until July 15, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
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