Faculty Position, Division of Arts and Machine Creativity

The Division of Arts and Machine Creativity (AMC) envisions being a leading cross-disciplinary center where technology, art, and humanities converge to foster innovative and impactful environments, talents, and works that shape the future world. 

The appointee is expected to (i) teach art-related courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, (ii) develop a vigorous research program in their areas of interest, and (iii) provide service to the division/academy/university governance and professional communities. 

Applicants should have a PhD degree in art, design, or other related fields by the time of employment. The candidates should have a strong research record of publications and/or creative works (e.g., performances, exhibitions, productions, etc.) in one of the Division’s focus areas of research and teaching and a demonstrated ability to work in interdisciplinary teams. Candidates to be considered for the rank of Associate Professor and above should have proven teaching and advising experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and evidence of securing research funding. 

We especially encourage applicants for faculty position at Professor rank who have proven experience in research and teaching of the following focus areas: 

• Machine-assisted Art Practice (visual, sound, performing, installation, cinematic arts, etc.),
• Critical Studies on Arts and Machine Creativity (art history, media theory, philosophy of technology, etc.), and/or
• Art Management (managerial, legal, and business topics related to AI arts, NFT, etc.).

Preferences will be given to candidates with research experience in fusing new technologies (e.g., generative AI) with arts. 

Depending on the candidate’s areas of expertise, a joint appointment between the AMC and a relevant academic Department/Division may be possible.

More information about the Division, please visit https://amc.hkust.edu.hk/. Applicants with questions may write to facsearchamc@ust.hk.

Salary is highly competitive and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits, including annual leave, medical and dental benefits, and housing benefits, will be provided where applicable. Initial appointment at Assistant Professor/Associate Professor rank will normally be made on a 3-year contract. A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of the contract. Appointment at Professor rank will be on a substantive basis. 

Application Procedure

Application including (i) full curriculum vitae; (ii) separate statements of research interests and teaching philosophy; (iii) a letter of interest summarizing your qualifications, areas of expertise, and career goals; (iv) contact information of three qualified referees and (v) five representative research papers, should be submitted via the HKUST Recruitment System. Applicants should first sign up to create a personal account. Applications are accepted at any time and considered on a rolling basis.

(Information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes. Applicants should read the Personal Information Collection Statement before submission of application.) 

HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.

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