Associate Professor of Practice in the Journalism and Media Studies Centre at The University of Hong Kong
Job Description
Applications are invited for appointment as Associate Professor of Practice in the Journalism and Media Studies Centre (Ref.: 531530), to commence on September 1, 2025 or from as soon as possible thereafter, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
Applicants should possess a Master’s degree or above in Journalism, Communication or related fields, ideally with at least 10 years of professional and practical experience in the Journalism or Media industries, preferably with 3 of those years in senior management positions, as well as proven outstanding contributions to the industry either locally or internationally. Extensive teaching and supervisory experience in journalism education and curriculum design is required, ideally with a minimum of 5 years of experience in either teaching or training at tertiary or professional level. Applicants should have knowledge of latest technology development in journalism education.
The appointee will be responsible for teaching courses in one or more of the following areas: (1) journalism in reporting and writing at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, (2) Creative Technology in New Media, (3) Digital Content Creation, (4) AI & Journalism and (5) Common Core courses for non-journalism students. The appointee will take leadership roles in curriculum and course development at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, as well as networking and outreach in Hong Kong, China and beyond.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. 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 C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until May 31, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
