THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
Society of Fellows in the Humanities, Faculty of Arts
The Society of Fellows in the Humanities is a prestigious initiative that aims to attract exceptional, early-career postdoctoral scholars from around the world to Asia’s global university. Located in one of the world’s most dynamic cities and on Mainland China’s doorstep, the University of Hong Kong offers unique opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research through its commitment to innovation and interdisciplinarity.
The Faculty of Arts is one of the University’s oldest and largest faculties and is consistently recognized as the first in Asia for the Arts and Humanities. Its international outlook is reflected in the incredible diversity of its staff and students and its collaborations with other top universities around the globe.
Post-doctoral Fellowship in the Society of Fellows in the Humanities
(Ref.: 508721)
The Society is seeking outstanding applicants for up to five Postdoctoral Fellowships, to commence on August 1, 2022 or as soon as possible thereafter, for a period of three years.
The Society aims to establish a vibrant research community in which Fellows interact with each other and other members of the Faculty. Fellows will be expected to teach two courses during the term of their appointment, and are required to submit a brief, annual summary of their activities and accomplishments. The University of Hong Kong is an English-medium university. A host department within the Faculty of Arts will be selected on the basis of a Fellow’s proposed area of research.
Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree conferred after January 1, 2019. Candidates will have defended or submitted their dissertation by December 31, 2021 and their degree conferred not later than June 30, 2022. They will not be currently employed in tenure-track positions.
A highly competitive package including housing allowance, medical benefits, annual leave, and conference and research support will be offered to the successful applicants. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers website (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V., cover letter (not exceeding 300 words), a research proposal (not exceeding 1500 words), and a writing sample to the Faculty via the online system. Applicants shall arrange three letters of recommendation to be sent directly to the Society at sofhku@hku.hk by the referees. The application will be vetted by a panel of scholars from across the spectrum of the arts and the humanities. Further particulars can be obtained from https://www.sof.arts.hku.hk/. Closes January 7, 2022. Successful applicants will be notified by the end of March 2022.
The University is committed to diversity and inclusivity. The Faculty of Arts expressly encourages qualified persons from all genders to apply.
Appointment Details
Each successful applicant will be given a three-year appointment as Post-Doctoral Fellow in the Society of Fellows. Up to five Fellowships will be offered. The Fellowship appointment is not tenure-track and is non-renewable. Successful applicants are expected to take up their appointment from August 1, 2022 to July 31, 2025.
A globally competitive package including a monthly salary, housing allowance, medical benefits, annual leave, and conference and research support will be offered to successful applicants. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. Fellows are expected to reside in Hong Kong for the duration of their appointment but may carry out research abroad in accordance with university guidelines.
Fellows will be expected to teach two courses during the term of their appointment, and are required to submit a brief, annual summary of their activities and accomplishments. The University of Hong Kong is an English-medium university. A host department within the Faculty will be selected on the basis of a Fellow’s proposed area of research. It is not necessary to contact Departments/Schools or Faculty members for a potential supervisor.
Fellows will be expected to cite their affiliation with the Society of Fellows in any publications that result from research work undertaken during the term of their appointment and to provide the Faculty with copies of these publications.
The Society aims to establish a vibrant research community in which Fellows interact among themselves and with other members of the Faculty. They will be invited to initiate and participate in seminars, talks and other university activities. A dedicated Society of Fellows communal space has been created to facilitate engagement and collaboration.
The Faculty of Arts
HKU’s Faculty of Arts is internationally regarded for its research across a wide range of subject areas and diversity of its faculty. Its reputation is built on innovation and collaboration, bringing together researchers spanning several disciplines to pioneer new research trends in the Arts and Humanities. There is a strong vision for developing successful interdisciplinary research, and a commitment to ensuring that our research effectively informs our own teaching as well as a wider process of knowledge exchange.
