Tenure-Track Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the Department of Microbiology at The University of Hong Kong – Hong Kong

Summary

The University of Hong Kong invites applications for a tenure‑track Associate Professor/Assistant Professor position in the Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine. The three‑year fixed‑term role, renewable with tenure consideration, requires a Ph.D. in Microbiology, Virology or related fields and a strong virology research record. Candidates will lead projects on virus‑host interactions, AI‑driven virology, immunity, and multi‑omics, publish in high‑impact journals, secure external grants, and contribute to teaching. A highly competitive salary, housing benefits, retirement contributions and annual leave are offered. Applications close on 20 March 2027.

Key Facts

Department	Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine
Position Type	Full-Time, three-year fixed-term contract with renewal possibility
Discipline	Biological Sciences
Research Area	Virus‑virus or virus‑host interaction with structural biology; AI or computational‑guided virological research; immunity and immunopathology to viruses; multi‑omics investigations of virus‑induced host response
Degree Required	Ph.D. in Microbiology, Virology, or related disciplines
Salary	Highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
Funding	Salary with additional housing and retirement benefits
Contract Duration	Three-year fixed-term contract
Deadline	2027-03-20
Required Documents	Up-to-date C.V., Contact information of 2 referees
Employer Address	Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong

About the Project

The position focuses on advancing understanding of virus‑virus and virus‑host interactions using structural biology, applying artificial intelligence and computational methods to virology, investigating immune responses and immunopathology to viruses, and conducting multi‑omics studies of virus‑induced host responses, particularly in the context of emerging infectious diseases.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage on‑going research projects on emerging infectious diseases
• Publish original research articles in high‑impact journals
• Obtain external competitive research grants
• Participate in teaching activities
• Contribute to the enhancement of medical and healthcare‑related courses

Required Skills

• Strong track record in virological research
• Expertise in structural biology of viruses
• Experience with AI or computational virology approaches
• Knowledge of immunity and immunopathology to viruses
• Ability to conduct multi‑omics investigations

Who Should Apply

Researchers holding a Ph.D. in Microbiology, Virology or related disciplines with a proven track record in virological research, especially in structural biology, computational virology, immunopathology or multi‑omics, who are interested in leading independent projects and teaching at a leading university in Hong Kong.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Annual leave and medical benefits
• Contract‑end gratuity and retirement benefits up to 15% of basic salary
• Housing benefits where applicable

About the Employer

The University of Hong Kong, located in Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong, is offering a tenure‑track associate/assistant professor position in its Department of Microbiology within the School of Clinical Medicine.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

The deadline is 20 March 2027.

What type of contract is offered?

A three‑year fixed‑term contract with the possibility of renewal and tenure consideration.

What documents must be submitted?

An up‑to‑date C.V. and contact information of two referees.

Are housing benefits provided?

Yes, housing benefits are provided as applicable.

When does the appointment start?

The appointment can start as soon as possible.