Assistant Professor — School of Design
Organization Profile
The School of Design at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is a leading and transdisciplinary design school committed to innovation, high-quality education, and impactful research. We are seeking outstanding candidates with a strong track record of teaching and research to contribute to our vibrant academic community and global mission.
- Job Title / Designation
- Assistant Professor
- Vacancy Available in Departments
- School of Design
- Specialization
Communication Design, Content Design, Design for Entrepreneurship, Digital Entertainment & Game Development, Interactive System Design, Service Design & Social Innovation, Interaction Design
- Required Qualifications
Relevant PhD degree
- Experience
Professional and/or teaching experience; candidates with less experience considered at this level.
Candidate Profile
- Relevant PhD degree with professional and/or teaching experience
- Strong research record and expertise in a specialised design area
- Excellence in teaching, research and professional service
- Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation
- We welcome candidates with strong research potential and/or good publication record in transdisciplinary design projects.
- Candidates at the Associate Professor level should have stronger academic and professional achievements. Candidates with less experience will be considered at a lower level.
Responsibilities
- Teach at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels in a mix of design disciplines
- Conduct high-level research and publish in top-tier journals
- Contribute to curriculum development and academic leadership
- Supervise students, provide academic guidance and mentorship
- Engage in industry, community and public sector collaborations
- Initiate funded research projects and secure competitive grants
- Participate in service, departmental and university activities
- Salary Details
- Competitive package; highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.
- Job Location
- Hong Kong
- Apply Mode
- Apply online
- Last Date to Apply
- 31 Jul 2026
- Organization Website
- https://www.polyu.edu.hk/
How to Apply
Submit online application and required documents via the provided URL.
- Application Link
- https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/dodd/cive/careers/doc/Prof.pdf
Benefits of Joining The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
- A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.
- Initial appointment for Assistant Professor will be on a fixed-term contract.
About this opening
Seeking outstanding candidates for Assistant Professor in Design; initial appointment on a fixed-term contract.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the contract type for Assistant Professors?
Initial appointment for Assistant Professor will be on a fixed-term contract.