THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG School of Biological Sciences
Applications is invited for the following tenure-track appointments in the School of Biological Sciences, from as soon as possible. The position will initially be made on a three-year term basis, with the possibility of renewal and with consideration for tenure during the second three-year contract. For exceptionally outstanding candidates, appointments can be made with tenure. Current strategic research areas of the School include: Food Safety and Food for Health, Endocrinology, Ecology, and Plant Evolution and Adaptation. Further information about the School can be obtained athttp://www.biosch.hku.hk/. Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Ecology (Ref.: 201300539) For post, candidates with a strong publication record in any area of ecology are encouraged to apply, although preference will be given to those with expertise in Biodiversity-Ecosystem Function relationships. The appointee must be able to contribute strongly to the strategic research area of ecology in the School. He/She should be able to teach a broad spectrum of courses within the general area of ecology. A globally competitive remuneration package commensurate with the appointee’s qualifications and experience will be offered. 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, as well as leave, and medical benefits. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. For enquiries about the existing research activities and the specific job requirements, please write to Professor S.S. Wu, Director of the School of Biological Sciences (e-mail: [email protected]). Interested applicants should submit a completed application form, together with a full C.V., a research plan, and a statement on teaching philosophy to [email protected]. Please indicate clearly the reference number andwhich level they wish to be considered for in the subject of the email. Application forms (341/1111) can be obtained at http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/form-ext.doc. Further particulars can be obtained athttp://jobs.hku.hk/. Closes August 31, 2013 The University thanks applicants for their interest, but advises that only shortlisted applicants will be notified of the application result. The University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a No-Smoking Policy ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ David M. Baker, Ph.D. Assistant Professor The Swire Institute of Marine Science, School of Biological Sciences & Department of Earth Science The University of Hong Kong Kadoorie Biological Sciences Building Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong, PRC [email protected] www.thelifeisotopic.com
