Shenzhen, China
New York, New York
Posted: 23-Oct-25
Location: Shenzhen, China
Salary: Competitive
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Internal Number: Ref. AC2025/028/01
Tenure-stream: Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor
School of Humanities and Social Science at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen is seeking to fill the open rank positions in Digit Humanities, Digital History, Digital Media, Digital Anthropology, Digital Legal Studies, and AI Regulation and Governance. Applicants should have solid training in cutting edge computational skills and address significant theoretical research questions in their respective disciplines. Successful applicants are expected to carry out an active research and publication agenda, teach courses and supervise students at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Applications are invited for faculty position at the rank of full professor/associate professor level with prospect for tenure, although junior candidate with very competitive academic records may be considered for position of assistant professor.
Candidate for full professor or associate professor position is expected to have solid evidence of excellence in teaching/research/service, and a strong track record of sustained high-quality research/scholarship outcomes in the expertise area(s), as evidenced by research publications in competitive international outlets in the relevant areas of public policy. In addition, candidate needs to demonstrate academic leadership and strong commitment to the highest standard of excellence. Candidate is advised to provide quality indicators for the journals where he/she have research publications (e.g., journal impact factor, journal ranking in a relevant category).
Appointment will normally be made on contract basis for up to three years initially, leading to longer-term appointment or tenure later, subject to successful performance evaluation and mutual agreement. In cases where a candidate has an established record of excellence and demonstrable potential for continued success, tenure may be offered to the candidate at the time of initial appointment.
The appointee is expected to commence work in academic year 2025-26. A PhD must be in hand prior to taking up the appointment.
Salary & Benefits
Salary will be competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment will be made under the establishment of CUHK, Shenzhen and statutory benefits will be provided according to the prevailing labor laws applicable in the People’s Republic of China. The appointee will be based at the University campus in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China. Successful applicants can also apply for additional benefits through high-talent schemes at the Guangdong provincial level, the Shenzhen city level, and the Longgang district level.
Application Procedure
Applicants should apply directly through https://jobs.cuhk.edu.cn/jobDetails?id=631&channel=HSS_AHA and upload up-to-date CV, cover letter, certifications of all degrees, teaching statement, research statement, course and teaching evaluation report, and representative publications. Applicants will be required to arrange three recommendation letters after being shortlisted.
Applications will be reviewed immediately and considered until the post is filled.
E-mail Address: talents4hss@cuhk.edu.cn
About The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen
The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen is established in accordance with the Regulations of the People’s Republic of China on Chinese-foreign Cooperation in Running Schools upon approval of the Ministry of Education. It inherits the educational philosophy and academic systems of The Chinese University of Hong Kong. It is intended to evolve into a world-class research university with strong international orientation. It is committed to nurturing high-end talents with a global perspective, Chinese cultural tradition and social responsibility.