City University of Hong Kong is a dynamic, fast-growing university that is pursuing excellence in research and professional education. As a publicly-funded institution, the University is committed to nurturing and developing students' talents and creating applicable knowledge to support social and economic advancement.
Applications are invited for :
Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Public Policy (Appointment for 12 months) [Ref. C/R/985/49]
Project : Oneness in Political Theory and Environmental Ethics
Duties : Develop own research project, carry out research activities of the Centre for East Asian and Comparative Philosophy, perform educational duties in undergraduate education of the Department and other duties as assigned.
Requirements : A PhD in Philosophy/Political Science, with specialization in Political Philosophy/Theory and no more than 3 years' postdoctoral experience. Familiarity with Comparative Political Theory/East Asian Philosophy and Political Thought would be an advantage. Candidates are required to indicate how their research agenda can contribute to the Centre's ongoing research activities available at http://www6.cityu.edu.hk/ceacop/.
Salary and Conditions of Service
Salary offered will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include leave, medical and dental consultations at the campus clinic.
Information and Application
Further information on the post and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong [Email : [email protected]/Fax : 2788 1154 or 3442 0311].
To apply, please submit an online application at http://jobs.cityu.edu.hk, and include a current curriculum vitae, a research statement, a writing sample of not more than 20 pages and 3 recommendation letters. The closing date is 16 July 2015. Applications will receive full consideration and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The University's privacy policy is available on the homepage.
City University of Hong Kong is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to the principle of diversity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, especially those who will enhance the diversity of our staff.
City University of Hong Kong was ranked 5th among the world's top 50 universities under the age of 50 in the Quacquarelli Symonds 2014 survey
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