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Professor(s)/ Associate Professor(s)/ Assistant Professor(s) The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Applications are invited for:-
Faculty of Law Professor(s)/ Associate Professor(s)/ Assistant Professor(s)
The Faculty of Law at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK LAW) is among the most dynamic and accomplished law schools in Asia. Since welcoming its inaugural cohort in 2006, CUHK LAW’s achievements in research and education have been internationally recognized. This recognition is further reflected in the most recent Research Assessment Exercise (2020) conducted by the Hong Kong University Grants Committee, where CUHK LAW’s research strength was underscored by an impressive 83% of its research activities being rated as “world-leading” (4*) or “internationally significant” (3*). With a strong global outlook, our academic staff represent nearly twenty jurisdictions through their origins or training.
CUHK LAW is now inviting applications for appointment(s) as Professor, Associate Professor, or Assistant Professor. Those appointed at the Professor level are expected to have an established record of academic leadership in research or education at an international level. Appointees at the Associate Professor level should possess an internationally recognized reputation for excellence in research or education. Appointees at the Assistant Professor level are expected to have completed their doctorate by the starting date and should either possess a track record of high-quality published research or demonstrate clear potential to achieve such a record.
Subject areas of particular interest include, though are not limited to: Artificial Intelligence and Law, Dispute Resolution, Intellectual Property Law, Legal History, PRC Law, Sustainability and Law, and foundational common law subjects. Highly qualified candidates with research or teaching expertise beyond these areas are also encouraged to apply. CUHK LAW appreciates scholarship that embraces diverse methodologies, including interdisciplinary approaches.
Applicants interested in discussing the openings informally are invited to contact the Faculty Dean at deanoflaw@cuhk.edu.hk.
Appointments will initially be made on contract basis for up to three years, with the possibility of longer-term appointment or substantiation upon mutual agreement and satisfactory performance.
CUHK offers an internationally competitive salary in addition to annual leave, medical and other benefits.
CUHK LAW is firmly committed to fostering diversity and warmly encourages applications from candidates whose backgrounds and experiences will enrich the diversity of our faculty. Further details about CUHK LAW can be found at http://www.cuhk.edu.hk/law.
Application Procedure
Applicants should complete the online application form and upload the following documents: (a) a cover letter (maximum of 2 pages); (b) a full curriculum vitae; (c) a statement of education (maximum of 3 pages); and (d) a statement of major achievements in research and scholarship (maximum of 3 pages), featuring up to four representative publications or research works from the past five years and detailing their originality, significance and rigour.
Late applications may be considered on a case-by-case basis, subject to the needs and discretion of the Faculty.
The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.
