Professor/associate Professor/assistant Professor In Inclusive Education, Guidance And Counseli[...]

Duties and Responsibilities
The appointee will teach courses offered in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes related to inclusive education, guidance and counselling, gifted education, well‑being for diverse learners, enrichment strategies for learners in mixed‑ability classrooms, AI in gifted education, and/or social‑emotional learning of gifted and twice‑exceptional learners. He/She will also supervise research postgraduate students, contribute actively to research and knowledge exchange, and assume service/administrative responsibilities as appropriate. Those appointed at the senior level will also lead collaborative and interdisciplinary initiatives in research and knowledge exchange, mentor and nurture the next generation of scholars and researchers, and assume high‑level service/administrative responsibilities.
Essential Requirements
Applicants should possess (i) a doctoral degree in Education, Inclusive Education, Guidance and Counselling, Gifted Education, Educational Psychology, or a related field; (ii) a professional teaching qualification; (iii) teaching and research experience in inclusive education, guidance and counselling, gifted education, or related areas; and (iv) a proven track record in, or strong potential for, research, scholarly publications and competitive external funding. Teaching experience in schools or tertiary institutions, direct experience of teaching students with special education needs, commitment to pre‑service teacher preparation, and/or knowledge of Hong Kong education and society would be strong advantages.
What We Offer
The appointment will be made on fixed‑term full‑time contract for 3 years initially, to commence on August 1, 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of the second three‑year fixed‑term contract. Exceptionally outstanding candidates at Professor/Associate Professor level may be considered for appointment on tenure terms subject to approval.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, together with contract‑end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits, totaling up to 15% of basic salary. Other benefits include annual leave and professional leave, medical benefits, and free access to on‑campus gyms and libraries. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable.
How to Apply
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site and upload a cover letter indicating the earliest availability date, an up‑to‑date C. V. with the contact information of three referees, one sample of a representative research output, a research plan of not more than 2 pages, and a teaching statement of not more than 2 pages. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until June 30, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
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