Chair Professor (Economics)

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R/269/26] 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 appointees are expected to make significant contribution in conducting quality research, teaching courses at undergraduate and graduate levels, and supervise MPhil/PhD students. The appointee at Chair Professor/Professor/Associate Professor is also expected to undertake administrative duties as required by the Head of Department. Requirements The Department invites applications at all levels: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor and Chair Professor. We seek strong candidates in all areas of economics, with particular interest in empirical economics and macroeconomics. Candidates are required to possess a PhD in Economics or closely related fields, with strong research potential and evidence of quality teaching. 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. 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• The appointees are expected to make significant contribution in conducting quality research, teaching courses at undergraduate and graduate levels, and supervise MPhil/PhD students.
• The appointee at Chair Professor/Professor/Associate Professor is also expected to undertake administrative duties as required by the Head of Department.

• The Department invites applications at all levels: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor and Chair Professor.
• We seek strong candidates in all areas of economics, with particular interest in empirical economics and macroeconomics.
• Candidates are required to possess a PhD in Economics or closely related fields, with strong research potential and evidence of quality teaching.