Full Professor (School of Medical and Health Sciences)

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site role based in Kowloon for a Full Professor in the School of Medical and Health Sciences at Tung Wah College. The Full Professor will provide academic leadership by designing and delivering undergraduate and postgraduate curricula, supervising research students, and mentoring junior faculty members. Daily responsibilities include teaching lectures, tutorials, and laboratory or clinical sessions; developing course materials; assessing student performance; and ensuring high standards of academic quality and integrity. The role also involves leading and participating in funded research projects, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, securing external grants, and contributing to the advancement of medical and health sciences. The Full Professor will serve on school and college committees, support accreditation and quality assurance activities, foster community and industry partnerships, and contribute to strategic planning and program development.Qualifications Doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in a relevant field within medical or health sciences, with a strong record of scholarly achievement.Extensive higher education teaching experience, including curriculum design, assessment development, and supervision of postgraduate research students.Evidence of a sustained research portfolio, including peer-reviewed publications, competitive grant funding, and contributions to the academic community.Demonstrated academic leadership experience, such as leading programs, managing research teams, or serving in departmental or school-level roles.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in diverse, cross-disciplinary teams and support an inclusive learning environment.Experience with clinical or professional practice in medical or health sciences (where applicable), and engagement with professional bodies or regulatory agencies.Commitment to student-centered teaching, mentorship, and continuous improvement in pedagogy and assessment practices.Ability to contribute to institutional service, accreditation processes, community engagement, and strategic initiatives of the School and the College.Prior experience in Hong Kong or familiarity with regional healthcare and higher education systems is an advantage.Proficiency in English for teaching and research; knowledge of Chinese (Cantonese or Putonghua) would be beneficial.