Clinical Associate Professor of Practice in the Department of Microbiology at The University of Hong Kong – Hong Kong

Summary

The University of Hong Kong invites applications for a Clinical Associate Professor of Practice in the Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine. The four-year fixed‑term, full‑time position requires a medical qualification registered with the Hong Kong Medical Council and a Specialty Fellowship (or equivalent). Candidates must communicate directly with patients in English, Cantonese and Putonghua, and demonstrate commitment to clinical service and teaching. The role offers a highly competitive salary, annual leave, medical benefits, a contract‑end gratuity, retirement contributions, a monthly cash allowance and possible housing benefits. Applications close on 20 March 2027.

Key Facts

Department	Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine
Position Type	Full-Time, four-year fixed-term contract
Discipline	Medical Sciences
Research Area	Microbiology
Degree Required	Medical qualification registrable with the Medical Council of Hong Kong and a Specialty Fellowship (or equivalent)
Salary	Highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
Funding	Salary
Contract Duration	Four-year fixed-term contract
Language	English, Cantonese, Putonghua
Deadline	2027-03-20
Required Documents	up-to-date C.V., contact information of 3 referees
Employer Address	Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong

Key Responsibilities

• Direct communication with patients
• Provide clinical service
• Teach and advance departmental teaching
• Potentially conduct research in microbiology

Required Skills

• Medical qualification registrable with the Medical Council of Hong Kong
• Specialty Fellowship of a Hong Kong Academy of Medicine college or equivalent
• Ability to communicate in English, Cantonese and Putonghua
• Commitment to clinical service
• Commitment to teaching

Who Should Apply

Medical professionals holding a Hong Kong‑registered medical qualification and a Specialty Fellowship (or equivalent) who have research capacity, can provide direct patient care, and are committed to clinical service and teaching in microbiology.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary
• Annual leave
• Medical benefits
• Contract‑end gratuity
• Retirement benefits up to 15% of basic salary
• Monthly cash allowance
• Housing benefits as applicable

About the Employer

The University of Hong Kong, located in Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong, houses the Department of Microbiology within the School of Clinical Medicine. The university seeks to strengthen its clinical and teaching activities in medical and health sciences through this appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the contract length?

Four-year fixed‑term contract with possible renewal subject to funding.

Which languages are required for the role?

English, Cantonese and Putonghua.

How many referees must be provided?

Contact information of three referees must be included.

When is the application deadline?

20 March 2027.

Are housing benefits provided?

Housing benefits are offered as applicable.