Assistant Professor / Associate Professor in Computer Science at Beijing Normal-Hong Kong Baptist University – China

Summary

Beijing Normal-Hong Kong Baptist University (BNBU) is inviting applications for a full-time Assistant Professor or Associate Professor position within the School of AI and Liberal Arts in Zhuhai, China. The university seeks candidates specializing in Computer Science, AI for Science, Agentic AI, AI & Security, or HW-SW Codesign for LLM. Successful applicants will teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses, contribute to transdisciplinary curriculum design, and produce high-quality research output. Candidates must hold a PhD in a relevant scientific discipline and demonstrate a solid publication record. The initial appointment is made on a fixed-term contract with salary commensurate with experience, plus fringe benefits including housing allowance and social insurance. The application deadline is November 4, 2027.

Key Facts

Department	School of AI and Liberal Arts (SAI)
Position Type	Assistant Professor / Associate Professor
Discipline	Computer Science
Research Area	Artificial Intelligence, Security, AI for Science, Agentic AI, HW-SW Codesign for LLM
Degree Required	PhD degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related scientific discipline
Experience	Demonstrable research track record with strong publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals or top-tier conferences. University-level teaching experience preferred. Industry or applied research experience in AI systems, security, or hardware/software design is an advantage.
Salary	Commencing salaries will be commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience.
Contract Duration	Fixed-Term Contract
Language	English proficiency required; working knowledge of Mandarin or Cantonese is an advantage
Deadline	2027-11-04
Required Documents	CV, Completed Job Application Form
Employer Address	Zhuhai, China
Employer Contact	[email protected]

About the Project

Research within this role focuses on advancing computer science and artificial intelligence fields. Specific domain areas of interest include AI for Science, Agentic AI, AI system security and trustworthy AI, and hardware-software co-design for LLM deployment and acceleration.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses including Python Programming, Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, Probability and Statistics, Machine Learning, and specialized AI topics.
• Contribute to SAI's transdisciplinary degree programs and the university-wide Introduction to AI Literacy course.
• Conduct internationally recognized research and publish in high-quality peer-reviewed journals and top-tier conference venues.
• Supervise student projects, including Final Year Projects.
• Assist in program development and perform departmental administrative duties.

Required Skills

• PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related scientific discipline.
• Demonstrable research track record with publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals or top-tier conferences.
• English proficiency for teaching and research.
• Strong commitment to teaching excellence, curriculum development, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Who Should Apply

Academics holding a PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related scientific discipline who possess a demonstrable research publication record in reputable peer-reviewed journals or top-tier conferences. Candidates with university teaching experience and proficiency in English are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Housing allowance
• Leave
• Social insurance

About the Employer

Beijing Normal-Hong Kong Baptist University (BNBU) is an academic institution located in Zhuhai, China, featuring an interdisciplinary academic environment. English serves as the university's medium of instruction.

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree is required for this position?

Applicants must hold a PhD degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related scientific discipline.

What language skills are needed?

Proficiency in English is required as it is the medium of instruction. Working knowledge of Mandarin or Cantonese is an advantage.

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants must submit a CV and a completed Job Application Form downloaded from the university portal.

What is the application deadline?

The application deadline is November 4, 2027.

What benefits are provided?

Fringe benefits include housing allowance, leave, and social insurance.