Fellowship in the Society of Fellows in the Humanities

The University of Hong Kong

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Ref.:
533914

Work type:
Full-time

Department:
Faculty of Arts

Categories:
Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow

Hong Kong

Society of Fellows in the Humanities, Faculty of Arts
The Society of Fellows in the Humanities aims to attract exceptional early-career postdoctoral scholars from around the world to Asia's global university. Located in one of the world's most dynamic cities and on Mainland China's doorstep, the University of Hong Kong offers unique opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research through its commitment to innovation and interdisciplinarity.

The Faculty of Arts is one of HKU's oldest and largest faculties and is consistently recognized as first in Asia for the Arts and Humanities. Its international outlook is reflected in the incredible diversity of its staff and students and its collaborations with other top universities around the globe.

Fellowship in the Society of Fellows in the Humanities
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The Society seeks outstanding applicants (appointed at the rank of Research Assistant Professor), with a flexible commencement date between June and August 2026 for a period of three years.

The Society aims to establish a vibrant research community where Fellows interact with each other and other members of the Faculty. Fellows will be expected to teach two courses during the term of their appointment and are required to submit a brief annual summary of their activities and accomplishments. The University of Hong Kong is an English-medium university. A host department within the Faculty of Arts will be selected on the basis of a Fellow's proposed area of research.

Applicants must have a PhD conferred after January 1, 2024, but not later than June 30, 2026. They will not be currently employed in tenure-track positions.

A highly competitive package including medical benefits, annual leave, and conference and research support will be offered to the successful applicants. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.

Applicants should apply
online
through the University's careers website ) and upload an up-to-date CV, cover letter (not exceeding 300 words), research proposal (not exceeding 1500 words), and writing sample. They should arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent directly by the referees to the Society at Please refer to the Society of Fellows website ) for the requirements for application documents and other details. Application will be reviewed by a panel of scholars from across the spectrum of the arts and the humanities. The application process
closes on February 2
8, 202
6
. Successful applicants will be notified by the end of April 2026.

The University is committed to diversity and inclusivity.
The Faculty of Arts expressly encourages qualified persons from all genders to apply.
Advertised:
Dec 10, 2025 (HK Time)

Applications close:
Feb 28, 2026 (HK Time)

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