The University of Hong Kong
Apply now Ref.: 531113 Work type: Full-time Department: Faculty of Engineering (14000) Categories: Teaching Staff Hong Kong
Applications are invited for appointment as Senior Lecturer / Lecturer / Assistant Lecturer (Several Posts) in the Faculty of Engineering ( Ref.: 531113), to commence as soon as possible on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
The Faculty of Engineering is committed to providing a diverse range of active learning opportunities for undergraduate students, with a focus on hands-on and project-based learning aimed at inspiring, equipping, and showcasing students' innovation. Students are encouraged to collaborate within teams to address a variety of engineering challenges by designing, building, and testing innovative solutions.
Applicants should hold a Master's degree or higher in engineering or STEM fields, preferably with a Ph.D., and demonstrate prior teaching experience in engineering or STEM disciplines at the university level.
We are looking for dedicated educators with significant experience in hands-on prototyping in engineering makerspaces, who are enthusiastic about designing and spearheading projects aimed at addressing engineering challenges using technologies such as robotics, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, digital twins, and more. The ideal candidates will excel in designing workshop materials, delivering effective instruction to large audiences, supervising student projects, and fostering collaborative environments with student teams to bring innovative ideas to life.
The appointed candidate will collaborate within a teaching team responsible for designing and delivering hands-on, project-based, and active learning courses for undergraduate students in engineering. Their role involves designing and delivering hands-on workshops, mentoring student teams, assessing student progress, organizing seminars, and actively contributing to the formal curriculum and extracurricular teaching endeavors. Additionally, the team will be responsible for creating new active learning project opportunities through collaborations with industry partners, NGOs, and other relevant entities to offer fresh projects for students. They will also handle the administrative duties related to the active learning component of the engineering program.
Based on the teaching experience and academic qualifications, suitable candidates will be considered for positions ranging from Assistant Lecturer to Senior Lecturer. The Senior Lecturer role is expected to entail additional administrative duties, including overseeing the operation and management of the teaching team.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary for a Senior Lecturer / Lecturer or up to 10% of the basic salary for an Assistant Lecturer. Housing benefits will be provided for appointment as Senior Lecturer as applicable.
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Applicants are highly encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until May 31, 2025 , or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
Advertised: Jan 27, 2025 (HK Time) Applications close: May 31, 2025 (HK Time)
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