Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations.
Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/.
Applications are now invited for the following post:
Postdoctoral Fellow / Research Assistant Professor
Office of the Faculty of Business
(Post Ref.: 25/12)
The Faculty of Business (https://www.ln.edu.hk/fb/) at Lingnan University has been accredited by the Association to Advanced Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). The Faculty plays an important role in educating students about cutting-edge, practical knowledge and skills, improving students' academic and professional capabilities, as well as enhancing students' awareness on social responsibilities. Furthermore, we have been devoting every effort to the sustainable development of Lingnan University in the academic community and the substantive realization of our values and mission in the Hong Kong society and the world.
Responsibilities
The appointee is expected to (a) apply for internal and external research grants; (b) coauthor original research papers with some colleagues in the Faculty and publish these papers in high quality journals; (c) teach courses for undergraduate and taught postgraduate programmes in the Faculty. The appointee is expected to work in the Office of the Faculty of Business and Hong Kong Institute of Business Studies and may also be required to undertake certain administrative duties.
General Requirements
Lingnan University pursues excellence in both teaching and research. Applicants should have a PhD degree in relevant business fields from a strong doctoral program within the past TWO years and demonstrate commitment to high-impact research and potential for publication in leading academic journals. The research fields of ideal candidates include, but not limited to management science and operations management.
Applicants should provide a CV and information about their work experience, qualifications, research interests and achievements along with evidence of quality teaching. A statement of their publications and of any works in progress currently under review are required. Experiences with grant-funded research and grant applications are definitely a plus. Excellent communication and presentation skills in both Chinese and English are essential.
Appointment
The conditions of appointment will be competitive. The rank and remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund, gratuity and incoming passage and baggage allowance for the eligible appointee. Appointment will normally be made on a fixed term contract of up to one year. Experienced Postdoctoral Fellow may carry a functional title of Research Assistant Professor.
Application Procedure (online application only)
Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Applicants shall provide names and contact information of at least three referees to whom applicants consent has been given for their providing references. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.
We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
