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University of Hong Kong

Full-Time Principal Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Clinical Psychology

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A Psychology Professor teaches foundational psychological ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, field experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field. In some cases, psychology professors will perform therapeutic services.

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537171 Work type:
Full-time Categories:
Teaching Staff Applications are invited for appointment as full-time Principal Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Clinical Psychology in the Department of Psychology (Ref.: 537171), to commence as soon as possible, on a three-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. Applicants should possess a postgraduate professional qualification in Clinical Psychology. Familiarity with local clinical psychology settings and experience in clinical teaching and supervision in clinical child psychology are required. Fluency in Cantonese will be an advantage. Applicants for appointment as Principal Lecturer should possess a PhD degree or professional doctorate in Clinical Psychology, with at least 10 years' professional experience in the practice of clinical psychology, as well as clear and strong evidence of teaching ability in clinical psychology. Applicants for appointment as Senior Lecturer should possess a Master's and/or a doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology, with at least 8 years' professional experience in the practice of clinical psychology, as well as sound indicators of teaching ability in clinical psychology. The appointee is expected to teach and supervise postgraduate students and to contribute to the administration and development of the postgraduate programmes in Clinical Psychology. Enquiries about the post may be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee at hrpsyc@hku.hk . Information about the Department is available at https://psychology.hku.hk/ . A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online, upload an up-to-date C.V. with the contact details of three referees, and specify which position they are applying for (Principal Lecturer or Senior Lecturer). Applicants who wish to be considered for both positions should state "Principal Lecturer/Senior Lecturer" in the online application form. Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and continue until September 30 , 2026 , or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.