Chair Professor/Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry job with City University of Hong Kong | 12864864

Chair Professor/Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry

Employer

City University of Hong Kong

Location

Hong Kong (HK)

Salary

Competitive

Closing date

22 Dec 2026

Job Type

Faculty Member

Employment - Hours

Full time

Duration

Fixed term

Qualification

PhD

Sector

Academia

Job Details

City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) is one of the world s leading universities, known for innovation, creativity and research. We are now seeking exceptional scholars to join us as Assistant Professors/Associate Professors/Professors/Chair Professors (on substantiation-track) in all academic fields with special focuses on One Health, Digital Society, Smart City, Matter, Brain, and related interdisciplinary areas. Research fields of particular interest include, but not limited to:

biomedical science and engineering
veterinary science
computer science and data science
neuroscience and neural engineering
bio-statistics and AI-healthcare
smart/semi-conductor manufacturing
AI/robotics/autonomous systems
aerospace and microelectronics engineering
energy generation and storage
digital business and innovation management
fintech and business analytics
computational social sciences
digital humanities
digital and new media
law and technology
private law
healthy, smart and sustainable cities

Successful candidates should have a demonstrated ability to build a world-class research programme related to CityUHK s strategic research areas, plus a commitment to education and student mentorship. Candidates must possess a doctorate in their respective field by the time of appointment.

Applications and nominations are invited for:

Chair Professor/Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry

[Ref. R/294/26]

Duties

Teach and conduct research in Chemistry; support the mission of excellence in professional education and research; establish and maintain robust research programmes; and carry out administrative work and other duties to facilitate the development of the Department as a whole.

Requirements

A PhD degree with strong background in Chemistry. For the positions of Chair Professor/Professor, candidates should possess a proven record of distinguished scholarly accomplishments including significant external funding support, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of active participation in academic affairs with balance and excellence in teaching and research activities that matches the interests of the Department.

Preferences will be given to candidates with expertise in AI-Driven Computational Chemistry, Biological Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, and Materials Chemistry. Other areas, such as Inorganic Chemistry and Physical Chemistry, will also be considered.

Salary and Conditions of Service

Remuneration package will be driven by market competitiveness and individual performance. Excellent fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes, and relocation assistance (where applicable). Initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract.

Information and Application

Further information on the posts and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Department of Chemistry, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong (email : crystalky.wan@cityu.edu.hk).

To apply, please submit an online application at http://jobs.cityu.edu.hk, and include a current curriculum vitae.

Review of applications will start from 8 September 2026, and will continue until the positions are filled.

City University of Hong Kong is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to the principle of diversity. Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes.

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