Senior/Principal Lecturer / Assistant/Associate Professor in Social Work

UOW College Hong Kong; Sha Tin; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

UOW College Hong Kong invites applications for a Senior/Principal Lecturer or Assistant/Associate Professor in Social Work. The appointee will contribute to the Master of Social Science in Social Work Programme (part-time) and may teach other social work programmes.

Responsibilities include curriculum development, fieldwork coordination, student placement supervision and accreditation support. The role requires a doctoral degree in Social Work, at least five years of relevant post-degree

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Social Work or related discipline required.
• Minimum of five years of full-time-equivalent post-degree professional practising experience.
• A research track record or substantial management experience in social service agencies.
• Registration as a Registered Social Worker with the Social Workers Registration Board.

Responsibilities

• Teach Master of Social Science in Social Work Programme (part-time mode) and other social work programmes as needed.
• Engage in programme and course development and curriculum delivery.
• Coordinate fieldwork including liaising with placement agencies and supervising student placements.
• Organise pre-placement preparation and other student learning activities.
• Support student recruitment and programme promotion; engage in professional networking and stakeholder engagement.
• Contribute to quality assurance, accreditation documentation and related academic reviews.

Skills

Curriculum development

Course design

Teaching

Student supervision

Research

Education

Doctoral degree in Social Work

Job description

Senior/Principal Lecturer / Assistant/Associate Professor in Social Work

Senior Lecturer / Principal Lecturer / Assistant Professor / Associate Professor in Social Work, Faculty of Social Sciences [Ref. 2026/ACAD039]

UOW College Hong Kong (UOWCHK)

UOW College Hong Kong (UOWCHK) has been providing social work education, one of its niche areas, for over 40 years. As part of the global network of the University of Wollongong Australia, UOWCHK offers a diverse range of programmes across multiple disciplines and academic levels. The College is committed to nurturing graduates with strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills, cultural sensitivity, a global outlook, and a commitment to lifelong learning. It also prepares students for further academic pursuits, professional practice, and meaningful contributions to society.

The Faculty of Social Sciences, one of the College’s four faculties, offers programmes in social sciences, applied psychology and social work.

Duties

The appointee will serve as a member of the teaching team for the Master of Social Science in Social Work Programme (part-time mode) and, where required, teach courses in other social work programmes. Key duties include programme and course development; curriculum delivery; fieldwork coordination, including liaison with placement agencies and supervision of student placements; organisation of pre-placement preparation and other student learning activities; support for student recruitment and programme promotion; professional networking and stakeholder engagement; and quality assurance and related academic reviews. A key responsibility of the appointee will be to support programme accreditation and re-accreditation, including the preparation and coordination of accreditation documentation and liaison with relevant internal and external stakeholders. The appointee will also engage in research and scholarly activities and undertake other duties as assigned by the College.

Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

a) A doctoral degree in Social Work or a related discipline;

b) No less than five years of full-time-equivalent post-degree professional practising experience;

c) A research track record or substantial management experience in social service agencies; and

d) Registration as a Registered Social Worker with the Social Workers Registration Board.

Salary and Conditions of Service

The remuneration package will be highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment will normally be made on a fixed-term contract for one year. Fringe benefits include leave, medical and dental schemes.

UOWCHK is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles of diversity, inclusiveness and equality. Personal data provided by applicants will be used strictly in accordance with UOWCHK’s personal data policy and for recruitment and other employment-related purposes.

“UOWCHK”, formerly Community College of City University (“CCCU”), is registered under the Post Secondary Colleges Ordinance (Cap 320) in Hong Kong. We are part of the University of Wollongong (UOW) global network in Dubai, Malaysia and Australia with about 2,000 students. We offer a wide range of Degree, Top-up Degree, Associate Degree(AD) and Higher Diploma(HD) programmes, and a Diploma in General Studies (DipGS). All academic programmes of the College are locally accredited and quality-assured and recognized under the Qualifications Framework.

With about 200 well-qualified and dedicated staff, we are highly regarded for our committed teaching focus, rigor in quality assurance and emphasis on the whole-person development of students. The College’s current main campus in Tai Wai is easily accessible from a nearby MTR station and other public transport. For more details about the College, please visit https://www.uowchk.edu.hk.