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Professor (Research Track)

Tung Wah College

Tung Wah College (TWC) is a self-financing tertiary institution incorporated in 2010 by the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals (TWGHs). Drawing on TWGHs’ recognised strengths and expertise in medical and health services, education, and social services, TWC aspires to become a leading University of Applied Sciences in the Asia-Pacific region. By integrating education, research and industry partnerships, TWC nurtures compassionate, innovative leaders who are ready for a changing world. TWC is an approved post-secondary college registered under the Post Secondary Colleges Ordinance (Cap 320). All TWC programmes are accredited by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications (HKCAAVQ).

 

TWC currently offers postgraduate, degree, sub-degree, and certificate programmes through four Schools: the School of Nursing, the School of Medical and Health Sciences, the School of Management, and the School of Arts and Humanities. The College has a student population of over 6,100. Its programmes cover nursing, gerontology, health information and services management, biomedical science, forensic biomedical science, medical laboratory science, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, radiation therapy, medical imaging, management in social and business sustainability, applied psychology, early childhood education, and other disciplines.

 

As TWC continues to develop, we plan to introduce new programmes, enhance our teaching and learning facilities and quality, and strengthen our research capabilities in the coming years. We warmly invite suitably qualified candidates to join us on this journey and contribute to the College’s next chapter of development through the following position:

Duties and Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in applying knowledge to advance education, professional practice, and innovative healthcare development. We welcome applicants with expertise in areas such as allied health, biomedical science, forensic Science, medical laboratory science, public health, neuroscience, or sports science. We are also especially interested in candidates who have strengths in Artificial Intelligence (AI), health data analytics, bioinformatics, or digital health for translational, multidisciplinary research. A proven ability to lead curriculum development, secure competitive grants for applied research, and foster strong community and clinical partnerships is highly desirable.

 

Candidates should be highly self-motivated, be an excellent team player, and eager to contribute to a collaborative, practice-oriented academic setting. The successful candidate is expected to:

 

  1. Develop and lead high-impact applied and translational research projects that address real-world healthcare challenges;
  2. Secure and manage significant external research funding;
  3. Publish regularly in internationally recognized, high-impact journals while disseminating findings to the wider academic and professional community;
  4. Provide academic leadership in teaching, programme development, and professional accreditation;
  5. Mentor and supervise postgraduate research students and early-career researchers, fostering a dynamic, inclusive research culture;
  6. Actively build and maintain partnerships with local and international healthcare institutions, industry, and the community;
  7. Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement of the School and College’s research agenda;
  8. Engage actively in professional organizations, representing the School in relevant academic, clinical, and community networks; and
  9. Perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience Required

  1. A doctoral degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Biomedical Science, Forensic, Medical Laboratory Science, Physiotherapy, Public Health, Sports Science, AI, Health Informatics, or a related field), preferably a PhD.
  2. Demonstrated substantial experience in leadership roles within the tertiary education sector or in professional organizations.
  3. A distinguished record of scholarly achievement commensurate with the rank of Professor.
  4. Extensive experience in tertiary education, including curriculum design, teaching, and programme management.
  5. A strong track record in applied, practice-based research and competitive grant acquisition.
  6. Documented experience in successful supervision of postgraduate students.
  7. Registration or eligibility for registration with the relevant professional body in Hong Kong (where applicable) is an advantage

Application

Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To apply, please submit your application via system.  The College reserves the right to fill or not to fill the post.  Applicants who are not contacted by the College 6 months after the application deadline may consider their applications unsuccessful. For enquiries, please phone or send WhatsApp to 9172-8618.

Application Deadline: Until the position is filled

All information and personal data collected will be used solely for recruitment related purposes. For more information about the College, please visit our website: https://www.twc.edu.hk.


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