Applications are invited for appointment as Lecturer in the School of Public Health (Ref.: 526142), to commence as soon as possible on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.
Applicants should possess a Master’s degree, preferably a PhD degree, in exercise science or in public/global health or a related discipline, with at least 5 years’ teaching experience. They should be highly conversant in contemporary issues in physical and health education, competent in case-based and problem-based teaching pedagogy, and able to work in an interdisciplinary and multicultural environment. High proficiency in English, enthusiasm in teaching, and good mentoring skills are essential. They should demonstrate a strong commitment to and evidence of excellence in teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level. A portfolio of programme administration, curriculum design and delivery, production of teaching materials, supervision of teaching practice, quality assurance, and/or student supervision is highly preferred.
The appointee is expected to contribute to the teaching of medical, public health and global health/development courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. He/She will teach courses in exercise physiology and prescription, sports nutrition, health benefits of exercise, exercise and diseases, biomechanics, physical activity measurement, and exercise biology. In addition, the appointee is expected to support the School’s knowledge exchange and community engagement efforts, and perform other duties as assigned.
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 will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary.
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV together with a teaching statement of no more than 2 pages. Review of applications will start on April 9, 2024 and continue until April 30, 2024, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
