The candidate should possess a relevant PhD degree and is expected to be

• a sociologist who is a thought leader, prolific author, and being frequently cited in the field;
• an esteemed scholar known for strong academic leadership and with a compelling vision for the Department;
• a dedicated mentor committed to nurturing future thought leaders for the Department; and
• a scholar with a record of success in obtaining competitive research funding.

The appointee will be responsible for

• teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
• supervising postgraduate research students;
• undertaking scholarly research;
• applying for competitive research grants;
• contributing to academic capacity-building activities; and
• providing academic leadership and management service.

Salary and Fringe Benefits
Appointment will normally be made on contract basis for up to three years initially, which, subject to mutual agreement, may lead to longer-term appointment or substantiation. Outstanding candidates may be specially considered for substantive appointment forthwith. The remuneration package will be highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package, including medical care and housing benefits for eligible appointees.

Application Procedure
To apply for the post, please submit the online application form, a letter of interest, CV, teaching statement, research statement, a publication list and/or abstracts of selected published papers, together with names/e-mail addresses of three referees with consent for providing references.

Consideration of applications starts in July / August 2024 and will continue until the post is filled.