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Skip to navigation Skip to content Search Search Search - + Human Resources Office Services Staff Directory Director of Human Resources Associate Director of Human Resources Team A Team B Team C Team D DT Team Careers Current Openings Senior Management / Deanship / Headship Positions Academic Faculty and Teaching Administrative & Services Research Positions Internal Openings Useful Information How to Apply Online Application Procedures Application Form for Specified Posts FAQs Prospective Employees' Guide Introduction Living in Hong Kong Banking Children Education Climate Culture, Sports and Leisure Dining Foreign Domestic Helpers Hong Kong Currency Hong Kong Identity Card Housing Octopus Card Shopping Taxation Telecommunication Transportation Work Visa and Dependant Visa Working at City University of Hong Kong Appointees for Faculty Positions Appointees for Teaching Positions Appointees for Administrative & Services Positions Staff Only Ex-staff Only Staff Social Club About Staff Social Club Suggestions/Enquiries Upcoming Activities/Events Interest Classes Talks Festive Celebrations Staff Recognition Functions Charity Events/Volunteer Services Visits Gatherings/Outings Sports Events Dance/Tai Chi/Yoga Classes Other Events on Campus Past Activities/Events Photo Gallery Staff Welfare Breastfeeding Room Privileges/Discounts Health Tips and Reminders Current Openings Senior Management / Deanship / Headship Positions Academic Faculty and Teaching Administrative & Services Research Positions Internal Openings Useful Information How to Apply Online Application Procedures Application Form for Specified Posts FAQs Human Resources Office Tel (852) 3442 9250 Fax (852) 3442 0311 (852) 2788 1154 Email hrojob@cityu.edu.hk Office Hours Mon - Fri: 8:45 a.m. - 5:50 p.m. Addr 17/F, Lau Ming Wai Academic Building, City University of HK, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, HK How to find us? Useful Links Creating a Harmonious Campus Emergency Contacts and Useful Telephone Numbers Professional Personal Consultation Service Printable Version Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the Department of Accountancy [Ref. R/279/26] City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) is one of the world’s leading universities, known for innovation, creativity and research.  We are now seeking exceptional scholars to join us as Assistant Professors/Associate Professors/Professors/Chair Professors (on substantiation-track) in all academic fields with special focuses on One Health, Digital Society, Smart City, Matter, Brain , and related interdisciplinary areas.  Research fields of particular interest include, but not limited to: biomedical science and engineering veterinary science computer science and data science neuroscience and neural engineering bio-statistics and AI-healthcare smart/semi-conductor manufacturing AI/robotics/autonomous systems aerospace and microelectronics engineering energy generation and storage digital business and innovation management fintech and business analytics computational social sciences digital humanities digital and new media law and technology private law healthy, smart and sustainable cities Successful candidates should have a demonstrated ability to build a world-class research programme related to CityUHK’s strategic research areas, plus a commitment to education and student mentorship.  Candidates must possess a doctorate in their respective field by the time of appointment. ******************** Duties The appointee is expected to produce impactful research, contribute meaningfully to the academic community, and deliver high-quality teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including PhD supervision. Responsibilities include managing courses individually or as part of a team. Candidates appointed at or above the Associate Professor rank will also undertake administrative duties as assigned by the Head of Department. Requirements Candidates should hold a PhD in Accounting or a related field. For Professor/Associate Professor positions, we require a proven track record of publication in top-tier journals, an active research programme, and demonstrated teaching excellence. Successful applicants will also show capacity for research leadership, curriculum development, and postgraduate supervision. Experience teaching at the postgraduate or executive level is advantageous. For Assistant Professor positions, candidates should demonstrate strong research potential targeting top-tier journals, backed by solid teaching evaluations. All candidates are expected to contribute to classroom excellence and engage in service to the department, university, and academic community. Salary and Conditions of Service Remuneration package will be driven by market competitiveness and individual performance.  Excellent fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes, and relocation assistance (where applicable).  Initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract. Information and Application Further information on the posts and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk , or from the Department of Accountancy, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong (email : acjobs@cityu.edu.hk ). To apply, please submit an online application and include a cover letter with the current CV and teaching evaluation results (if any). Nominations can be sent directly to the Department (email: acjobs@cityu.edu.hk ). Review of applications will start from 1 September 2026, and will continue until the post s are filled .  Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted; and those shortlisted for the post of Assistant Professor will be requested to arrange for at least 2 reference reports sent directly by the referees to the Department, specifying the position applied for.  The University's privacy policy is available on the homepage. City University of Hong Kong is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to the principle of diversity. Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes. Best Global Universities Rankings #47 (U.S.News & World Report 2026-2027); World University Rankings #73 (THE 2026); #1 in the World’s Most International Universities (THE 2024, 2025 & 2026); Young University Rankings #4 (THE 2024); Asia University Rankings #14 (THE 2026) and #7 (QS 2026) Services Staff Directory Director of Human Resources Associate Director of Human Resources Team A Team B Team C Team D DT Team Careers Current Openings Senior Management / Deanship / Headship Positions Academic Faculty and Teaching Administrative & Services Research Positions Internal Openings Useful Information How to Apply Online Application Procedures Application Form for Specified Posts FAQs Prospective Employees' Guide Introduction Living in Hong Kong Banking Children Education Climate Culture, Sports and Leisure Dining Foreign Domestic Helpers Hong Kong Currency Hong Kong Identity Card Housing Octopus Card Shopping Taxation Telecommunication Transportation Work Visa and Dependant Visa Working at City University of Hong Kong Appointees for Faculty Positions Appointees for Teaching Positions Appointees for Administrative & Services Positions Staff Only Ex-staff Only Staff Social Club About Staff Social Club Suggestions/Enquiries Upcoming Activities/Events Interest Classes Talks Festive Celebrations Staff Recognition Functions Charity Events/Volunteer Services Visits Gatherings/Outings Sports Events Dance/Tai Chi/Yoga Classes Other Events on Campus Past Activities/Events Photo Gallery Staff Welfare Breastfeeding Room Privileges/Discounts Health Tips and Reminders Privacy Policy · Copyright · Disclaimer · Accessibility · Contact Us · Site Map · Get PDF Reader © 2026  City University of Hong Kong. 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Key Responsibilities

  • The appointee is expected to produce impactful research, contribute meaningfully to the academic community, and deliver high-quality teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including PhD supervision.
  • Responsibilities include managing courses individually or as part of a team.
  • Candidates appointed at or above the Associate Professor rank will also undertake administrative duties as assigned by the Head of Department.

Requirements

  • Candidates should hold a PhD in Accounting or a related field.
  • For Professor/Associate Professor positions, we require a proven track record of publication in top-tier journals, an active research programme, and demonstrated teaching excellence.
  • Successful applicants will also show capacity for research leadership, curriculum development, and postgraduate supervision.
  • Experience teaching at the postgraduate or executive level is advantageous.

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