Assistant LecturerLecturer in Experiential Learning (Psychology)

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Hong Kong - Hong Kong

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Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Faculty of Social Sciences is looking for Assistant Lecturer/Lecturer to join the Experiential Learning team. The appointee will play a key role in designing and delivering innovative engaging and high-impact experiential learning opportunities for undergraduate students with a particular focus on Psychology.

Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee will primarily manage credit-bearing internships under the Social Innovation and Global Citizenship Programme and will:

  • Promote coordinate and supervise psychology-related internships for undergraduate students
  • Develop maintain and strengthen partnerships with external organisations to secure quality placement opportunities
  • Deliver career development training and support to equip students with essential professional skills and workplace readiness
  • Contribute to curriculum planning development and teaching related to experiential learning and internship preparation/assessment
  • Provide ongoing student guidance monitor learning progress and conduct placement visits/liaison
  • Support programme administration and reporting in relation to internship operations and student outcomes

Requirements

  • A recognised Masters degree or above in Psychology or related disciplines within the Social Sciences
  • A minimum of three years post-qualification work experience preferably with a background of teaching at tertiary institutions and/or psychology-related professional practice
  • Prior experience supporting student career readiness and/or promoting mental health and well-being through training and programming is an advantage
  • Strong organisational and administrative capabilities with excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
  • A proactive innovative and solutions-oriented mindset
  • Excellent communication skills in English and Chinese (including Cantonese and Putonghua)

What We Offer

The appointment will be made on fixed-term full-time contract for two years to commence as soon as possible with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered together with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 10% of basic salary for Assistant Lecturer and 15% of basic salary for Lecturer. Other benefits include annual leave and professional leave medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the Universitys careers site () and upload a cover letter and an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until March 31 2026 or until the post is filled whichever is earlier.


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