Career Opportunities

Applications are invited for the position of Senior Lecturer (holding the functional title of Advanced Professional Trainer) in the Department of Social Work and Social Administration (Ref.:532499). The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a two-year or three-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary, commensurate with qualifications and experience, will be offered, along with annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment includes contract-end gratuity and a University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totaling up to 15% of the basic salary.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, plan, and implement training programmes on End-of-Life Care (EoLC) for:
• Healthcare and social care professionals
• Family caregivers and volunteers
• The general public
• Provide coaching and capacity-building support in an EoLC project for NGOs in Hong Kong serving persons with disabilities.
• Target trainees include NGO management, professionals, front-line staff, and volunteers.
• Coordinate practice-based research and educational innovation related to EoLC.
• Supervise the evaluation of the effectiveness of training and educational programmes.
• Lead and keep abreast of update evidence-based training content on EoLC aligned with the project’s objectives.
• Support other training and project-related activities as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Public Health, Mental Health, Psychology, Behavioral Health, Counseling, Nursing, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of solid experience in clinical practice and conducting professional training in EoLC and/or public education on related topics in Hong Kong.
• Proven expertise in:
• Palliative care
• Family counseling
• Therapeutic use of arts
• Group facilitation
• Bereavement care
• Recognized authority in the psycho-social and communication aspects of EoLC.
• Knowledge in e-learning design is an advantage.
• Excellent command of written and spoken Chinese (Cantonese) and English.

The University only accepts online applications for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV, with information on current/expected remuneration and availability. Enquiries about the duties of the posts and/or the project should be sent to Prof. Amy Chow (e-mail: chowamy@hku.hk). Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until August 31, 2025 or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.