THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

Founded in 1911, the University of Hong Kong (HKU) is committed to the highest international standards of excellence in teaching and research, and has been at the international forefront of academic scholarship for many years. The University has a comprehensive range of study programmes and research disciplines spreading across 10 faculties and over 140 academic departments and institutes/centres. There are around 29,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students who are recruited globally, and more than 2,500 members of academic and academic-related staff coming from multicultural backgrounds, many of whom are internationally renowned.

ABOUT LKS FACULTY OF MEDICINE

HKUMed is Hong Kong’s oldest and most prestigious faculty of medicine and a leader in pioneering medical education, training and research. It has continually set the benchmark for excellence in Asia, consistently ranking top 3 in the region, and in 2019 was ranked 29th worldwide in category “Clinical, Pre-Clinical and Health Universities” of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, and by individual subject in Medicine of the QS World University Rankings.

SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH

The School of Public Health has a long and distinguished history in public health education, conducting high impact research and providing support to organisations such as the World Health Organization and Governments. The School conducts world leading research in infectious and non-communicable diseases and has made significant contributions through its education, outreach and advocacy initiatives to improve the health of populations and individuals locally, regionally and globally. Information about the School of Public Health can be found at https://sph.hku.hk/

THE ROLE & REPONSIBILITIES

The Professor/ Clinical Professor, Director of the School of Public Health will:

• Lead the School in achieving the highest standard in research and scholarship, teaching and learning, and advocacy in public health;
• Be involved in teaching and mentoring students, supervising and supporting research to the extent possible;
• Develop and lead implementation of strategic directions, collaborations and partnerships that will enable the School to become more internationally connected and involved with real-world public health priorities, in keeping with the best schools of public health worldwide; and
• Successfully cultivate and maintain donor relations and financial support for the School

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

HKUMed is looking for well qualified, enthusiastic individuals who bring an international awareness and outlooks. Successful candidates should:

• Possess either (i) a primary medical qualification registrable in Hong Kong and a postgraduate qualification in Public Health medicine or its equivalent; or (ii) an M.D., Ph.D. or Doctorate degree in public health, healthcare education, medical science, or a related field;
• Possess a distinguished record of scientific and other notable contributions in the field of public health advancement;
• Demonstrate an excellent track record in leadership and management at an appropriate level; and
• Present evidence of international recognition and achievement demonstrating the ability to work across different disciplines, organizations or research fields related to public health

HOW TO APPLY

Applications should include the following:

• a cover letter
• an up-to-date CV
• any other relevant supporting documents

Completed applications should be uploaded via this page.

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