Assistant Professor / Research Assistant Professor – Science and Robotics Education

Academy for Educational Development and Innovation (AEDI)

The Academy for Educational Development and Innovation (AEDI) is seeking an inspirational and energetic candidate to join the University in support of its development in the area(s) of Science and Robotics Education.

Successful applicants will join the University’s highly qualified scholars’ team. The appointees will contribute to enhancing the University's research capacity and impact on the relevant strategic research area(s). Responsibilities mainly include: (i) conducting high-quality research, and generating scholarly publications or other significant research outputs; (ii) initiating and supporting research projects, and successfully securing external research grants, external funding and donations to enhance area impact; (iii) strengthening academic and professional networks, including collaborations with local and overseas institutions and universities; (iv) providing effective leadership in programme and curriculum development as well as programme and course management at undergraduate to postgraduate levels; (v) engaging in and leading research-related activities with colleagues and RPg students; and (vi) participating in and be an active member of the University’s community.

Applicants should hold a doctoral degree and/or prior degrees in science education, engineering education, robotics education, or educational technology. They are expected to be active researchers with a strong record of research output and publications in relevant areas. Proficiency in both English and Putonghua is required. Experience teaching school science, engineering, and/or robotics will be considered an advantage. International experience is highly valued, and a strong professional network in Asia, China, or the Greater Bay Area is also welcome. The University reserves the right not to fill the positions.

For information on the Academy for Educational Development and Innovation (AEDI), please visit: https://aedi.eduhk.hk/.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract.  Fringe benefits include the University’s Voluntary Contributions to MPF Scheme or a contract-end lump sum payment (totaling up to 15% of the basic salary), leave, medical and dental benefits, and, where applicable, housing benefits. 

The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for this post. Applicants should complete the online application form. Review of applications will start from late May 2026, and will continue until the post is filled. Applications which are incomplete or without the required documents may not be considered.  Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes.  For details of the Personal Information Collection Statement, please refer to http://www.eduhk.hk/jobsopp/index.php?glang=en.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Only those who are shortlisted will be contacted. The University reserves the right not to fill the position(s) advertised.  Since the incumbent’s work would involve contacts with persons aged under 18 and/or mentally incapacitated persons, prospective employee(s) will be required to undergo Sexual Conviction Record Check operated by the Hong Kong Police Force.

EdUHK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.