Associate Professor / Assistant Professor (Physiotherapy) (Ref.: 24001XC) | HK Talent Engage

Job description

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge.

As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching.

HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA.

For more information about the University, please visit .https://www.hkmu.edu.hk

We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the School of Nursing and Health Sciences:

Associate Professor / Assistant Professor (Physiotherapy) (N&HS) (Ref.: 24001XC)

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Dean of School of Nursing and Health Sciences, the appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

• Providing support in the development and administration of the Physiotherapy programme;
• Undertaking course planning, development, coordination and delivery (including teaching);
• Undertaking/engaging scholarly activities and research; and
• Participating in School/University activities and services.

Candidates

Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

• An earned doctorate in Physiotherapy or a related discipline;
• Relevant practical and teaching experience in the profession;
• Experience in programme and course administration in the field of Physiotherapy or a related area;
• Track record in relevant research areas where appropriate, and
• A good command of English and Chinese (preferably including Putonghua).

The level of appointment depends on the candidate’s academic background, experience and competence in academic leadership, teaching, research, scholarly publications, etc.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, a composite cash/housing allowance, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided.

To Apply

Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System.

https://hkmu.taleo.net/careersection/ex_full_time/jobapply.ftl?lang=en&job=24001XC

Closing date of application: 19 September 2024