Tenure-Track Assistant Professor / Associate Professor in International Relations

Times Higher Education; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing benefits

Annual leave

Medical benefits

Job summary

The University of Hong Kong invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor / Associate Professor in International Relations in the Department of Politics and Public Administration. The appointment is on a three-year fixed-term basis, with renewal options and potential for tenure for Associate Professor candidates, commencing August 2026 or mutually agreed time.

The department is internationally oriented and emphasizes research and teaching excellence across Political Science and

Qualifications

• Demonstrate excellence in research and teaching.
• Specialise in International Relations and related fields.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality research in International Relations.
• Teach courses within the Department of Politics and Public Administration.
• Supervise graduate students and contribute to the department's academic activities.

Education

Ph.D. degree

Job description

Organisation/Company THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG Research Field Political sciences Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Leading Researcher (R4) Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 31 Dec 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country Hong Kong Type of Contract Other Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Ref.:534578
Work type:Full-time
Department:Department of Politics and Public Administration (30100)
Categories:Professoriate Staff

Applications are invited for appointment asTenure-Track Assistant Professor / Associate Professor in International Relations in the Department of Politics and Public Administration(Ref: 534578), to commence in August 2026 or at another mutually agreed time, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract, both subject to satisfactory performance. Exceptionally outstanding candidates at the Associate Professor level may be considered for appointment on direct tenure terms subject to the University's approval.

The Department of Politics and Public Administration is an internationally oriented research-focused department that covers a broad range of fields in Political Science and Public Administration. The Department offers three highly successful taught postgraduate programmes - Master in International and Public Affairs (MIPA), Master of Public Administration (MPA) and Doctor of Public Administration (DPA) - as well as a thriving undergraduate programme. More information about the Department can be found at https://ppa.hku.hk/ .

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. degree and demonstrate excellence in research and teaching. The Department welcomes applications from excellent candidates who specialise in any field of International Relations and is eager to both consolidate its existing strengths and to diversify into new areas of research and teaching.

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 the gross income. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of the basic salary. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency.