Research Assistant Professor in Cancer Nursing (Two Posts)

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University 

With over 85 years of rich heritage, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has evolved alongside society and made pivotal contributions to the development of Hong Kong, the Nation and the world. PolyU also strives to be an innovative world-class university that pursues excellence in education, research and knowledge transfer. It offers a wide range of programmes in six faculties and three independent schools. Besides being ranked among the top 100 universities globally by well-known ranking organisations such as QS, THE and U.S. News & World Report, PolyU is ranked among the global top 20 for five subjects, is first in Hong Kong for four subjects, and is in the global top 100 for 21 subjects in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024. 

SCHOOL OF NURSING 

Established in 1977, the School of Nursing supports the mission of the University by nurturing graduates who are critical thinkers, effective communicators, innovative problem solvers, lifelong learners and ethical leaders. It ranks 31st for the best School of Nursing internationally (QS Ranking 2024). The education, research, consultancy and integrative health services are driven by a commitment to improve health of the community. Currently, it has a total of around 80 full-time faculty members. Due to continuous success in our cancer-related research theme, we have two openings for qualified health professionals to join this dynamic and leading School of Nursing in Asia. 

For more information about the University and the School of Nursing, please visit the websites http://www.polyu.edu.hk and http://sn.polyu.edu.hk/en/home. 

Research Assistant Professor in Cancer Nursing (Two Posts) (Ref. 240820004) 

Duties: (a) conduct research in the area of cancer as the main duty and actively pursue external research grants, such as General Research Fund as well as Health and Medical Research Fund, as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator; (b) provide quality teaching at undergraduate or postgraduate level; (c) contribute to departmental service; (d) conduct research that leads to publications in refereed journals and award of research grants; (e) engage in applied research, creative development and consultancy projects in relation to cancer nursing; and (f) contribute to the development of the School’s Cancer research theme and participate in its activities. 

Qualifications: (a) have a doctoral degree in Nursing or a related discipline; (b) preferably have professional qualifications registrable with The Nursing Council of Hong Kong; (c) have demonstrated promise of a high level of creative ability in research and teaching in some subdivisions of his/her field; (d) be able to demonstrate effective classroom teaching skills; and (e) be highly proficient in written and spoken English. 

Conditions of Service 

A highly competitive package including a medical benefits plan and a gratuity payable upon completion of the term which is normally for two to three years initially, with possibility of extension. 

Application 

Please submit an application through PolyU’s career website. Consideration of applications will commence on 3 September 2024 until the positions are filled. The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/. 

PolyU is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, nationality, family status or physical or mental disabilities.

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