Associate Professor – Department of Social Science

The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong invites applications for the role of Associate Professor in the Department of Social Science. The appointee will teach and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, lead curriculum and quality assurance efforts, and pursue high-impact research.

The successful candidate should hold a doctoral degree in Public Policy, Public Administration or related field, demonstrate an excellent publication record, and show leadership in academic administration.

Qualifications

• PhD or doctoral degree in Public Policy, Public Administration or related social science discipline.
• Strong research record with publications in reputable journals.
• Evidence of teaching excellence at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Proven track record in programme leadership and academic administration.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, coordinate and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses in relevant disciplines.
• Provide leadership in programme development, quality assurance, and accreditation activities.
• Conduct high-quality research and scholarly activities and contribute to departmental, faculty, and university service.

Education

Doctoral degree in Public Policy/Public Administration/related social science

Job description

Associate Professor – Department of Social Science

The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong (HSUHK) is a non-profit private liberal-arts-oriented university with six Schools (Business, Communication, Decision Sciences, Humanities and Social Science, Translation and Foreign Languages, and Transdisciplinary Studies), and about 9,000 full-time undergraduate and postgraduate students. With its unique “Liberal + Professional” education model, HSUHK nurtures caring professionals with a global vision and responsible leadership.

Aspiring to be a leading private university in the region, HSUHK prioritises stellar undergraduate education and research informed postgraduate education, supported by excellent student learning experience, impactful research and purposeful engagement. HSUHK places strategic importance on regional engagement and international partnership, which create a productive learning and research environment for students and scholars working creatively and innovatively with a strong interdisciplinary orientation.

HSUHK has earned various international recognitions. In the AppliedHE’s ALL ASIA Private University Ranking 2026, it secured 7th place across Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong and Macau. HSUHK ranked 23rd in both Business and Management and Economics and Finance and 24th in Social Sciences and Humanities among this region’s top universities in the Research.com Top Universities and Top Scientists Rankings 2026. The MSc in Global Supply Chain Management programme achieved 84th place globally in the QS International Trade Rankings 2025. Additionally, HSUHK’s School of Business obtained AACSB International accreditation in 2023, a mark of excellence held by only 6% of the world’s leading business schools. HSUHK was also ranked among the top 200 worldwide on “Quality Education” and “Decent Work and Economic Growth” in the Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2021.

The University now invites applications for the following position:

Associate Professor – Department of Social Science (Ref: AssoProf (SSC) 2026-10-16)

Responsibilities:

• plan, develop, coordinate and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses in relevant disciplines;
• provide leadership in programme development, management, quality assurance, and accreditation activities; and
• conduct high-quality research and scholarly activities, and contribute to departmental, faculty, and university service.

Applicants should:

• possess a doctoral degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, or a related social science discipline, with research and teaching interests in one or more of the following areas: public policy, public administration, AI governance, sustainability, global affairs, China Studies, or related fields;
• have a strong research profile with a track record of publications in reputable journals;
• have a proven ability to deliver high-quality teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
• have a proven track record of programme leadership and academic administration; and
• have an excellent command of written and spoken English and Putonghua.

The appointee is expected to assume duty in January 2027. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants may apply on or before 1 November 2026. The University reserves the right not to fill the position in this exercise.

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The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong, incorporated in Hong Kong with limited liability by guarantee, is an equal opportunity employer.