Lecturer in the Department of Social Work and Social Administration
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Job Summary
Applications are invited for appointment as Lecturer in the Department of Social Work and Social Administration (Ref.: 533650) to commence on July 1 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter on a two-year fixed-term basis with the possibility of renewal.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree with a strong record of teaching. Preference will be given to those with expertise in counselling and clinical social work practice particularly in the areas of mental health youth or family and with five years of direct practice experience. The appointee will be responsible for teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and is expected to be active in practice research and educational innovations.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme totaling up to 15% of basic salary as well as annual leave and medical benefits.
The University only accepts online applications for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until January 31 2026 or until the post is filled whichever earlier.
Key Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Acute Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Health
- Intake Experience
- Hospice Care
- Case Management
- Home Care
- Child Welfare
- Experience with Children
- Social Work
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
Established in 1911, the University of Hong Kong (HKU) is the territory’s oldest institute of higher learning and also an internationally recognized, research led, comprehensive university.
