The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Philosophy Department is seeking to appoint a Research Assistant Professor to build research capacity in Chinese Philosophy. Please read more for details of the job and the application process.
Details:
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Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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Appointment will be made on a fixed-term 2-year contract, renewable subject to performance, funding availability and mutual agreement.
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A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract.
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Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits.
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Housing allowance may be provided where applicable.
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The starting date of the position should be no later than 1 September 2025.
Requirements:
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A PhD with a focus on the study of Chinese philosophy.
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A strong publication record and the potential to develop successful grant proposals.
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The appointee is expected to write grant proposals and develop collaborations within and beyond the School of Humanities and Social Science.
Application Procedure:
Interested applicants are invited to submit an application comprising
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a statement of interest indicating current research interests (no more than 2 pages),
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an executive summary of the draft proposal targeted for GRF (no more than 4 pages),
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a full CV, and
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3 letters of reference via Interfolio as the preferred method at http://apply.interfolio.com/
163645, or directly emailed to Professor Eric Nelson (eric.nelson@ust.hk) and Professor Jenny Hung (hmjhung@ust.hk) by the referees.
Review of applications will begin on 3 March 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.
All applicants are greatly appreciated for their interest but only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application.
For more information about the research areas of the Division of Humanities, please visit https://huma.hkust.edu.hk/.
