Career Opportunities

Applications are invited for joint appointment as Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry, School of Clinical Medicine and the School of Biomedical Sciences (Ref.: 537258), to commence as soon as possible, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract.

We are seeking scholars whose work advance the understanding of the biological mechanisms underlying mental disorders and neuropsychiatric diseases. We welcome applicants from psychiatry and related fields, in particular genomics, epigenetics, neurobiology, biostatistics and big data analytics. Applicants who adopt multidisciplinary approaches to address key challenges in psychiatry and neuroscience, and with research of high translational potential are particularly encouraged to apply.

Applicants should possess: (i) a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in a related discipline; (ii) evidence of international recognition and a strong record of scholarship with a demonstrated ability to work across disciplines towards new research initiatives; (iii) a strong commitment to engaging students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels; and (iv) a strong track record of high-quality research as indicated by publication record and external grants.

The appointee is expected to conduct independent and collaborative scholarly research, publish research articles in high-impact journals, and attract competitive grants to maintain active research programmes; take part in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, and supervise research postgraduate students; and perform administrative duties.

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 the basic salary. Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable.

The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. including contact details of three referees, a one-paragraph biosketch and a summary of four most significant publications highlighting specific contributions to each on a single A4 page, and statements of research and teaching interests. Review of applications will start from November 16, 2026 and continue until January 1, 2027, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.