Assistant Professor / Associate Professor in Modern Literature / English at Lingnan University – Hong Kong

Summary

The Department of English at Lingnan University seeks a tenure‑track faculty member at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor specializing in Modern Literature. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses, supervise projects and dissertations, and conduct high‑impact research in modern literature, world literatures, or digital humanities. The role includes curriculum development and departmental administration. Applicants must hold a PhD in a relevant field, demonstrate a solid publication record, and have teaching experience in digital humanities or related areas. The position offers an initial three‑year contract with the possibility of renewal, a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and support for research grant applications. Applications are submitted online with referee details by 3 January 2027.

Key Facts

Department	Department of English / Faculty of Arts
Position Type	Assistant Professor / Associate Professor
Discipline	Modern Literature / English
Research Area	Modern Literature, World Literatures, Digital Humanities
Degree Required	PhD
Salary	Highly competitive salary package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Funding	Salary
Contract Duration	Initial 3-year contract
Deadline	2027-01-03
Required Documents	Online application via official recruitment page, Names and contact details of at least three referees

About the Project

The position focuses on advancing scholarship in Modern Literature, including its intersections with World Literatures and Digital Humanities. The appointee will be expected to produce peer‑reviewed research, contribute to interdisciplinary projects, and engage in competitive grant applications to further explore contemporary literary developments and digital approaches to literary studies.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in English and literature
• Supervise undergraduate final projects and postgraduate dissertations
• Produce high‑impact, peer‑reviewed research output in Modern Literature
• Participate actively in competitive research grant applications
• Assist with curriculum development and course design
• Carry out departmental administrative duties

Required Skills

• Teaching experience in Digital Humanities, Modern Literature, or World Literatures
• Solid publication record in reputable scholarly venues
• Ability to secure research grants and academic awards

Who Should Apply

Candidates who hold a PhD in Modern Literature, English Literature or a closely related discipline, have a strong publication record, and possess teaching experience in Digital Humanities, Modern Literature or World Literatures are encouraged to apply. Applicants should also demonstrate potential to secure research grants and provide evidence of teaching quality.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package
• Annual leave
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF)
• Contract gratuity
• Incoming passage and baggage allowances for eligible appointees

About the Employer

Lingnan University is a premier publicly funded liberal arts institution in Hong Kong dedicated to teaching excellence, whole‑person development, and high‑impact research.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

3 January 2027

What type of contract is offered?

Initial 3‑year tenure‑track contract with possibility of renewal

What documents must be submitted?

Online application and names and contact details of at least three referees

Is the position full‑time?

Yes, it is a full‑time position

What benefits are included?

Competitive salary, annual leave, medical and dental insurance, MPF, contract gratuity, and travel allowances