Faculty Positions Available from Fall 2027
The Department of Accounting at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) seeks candidates for tenure-track faculty positions at all ranks. Visiting appointments will be considered if the tenure-track positions are not filled.
ABOUT HKUST:
HKUST offers a world-class faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and a strong commitment to high-quality academic research. Reasonable teaching loads, active research workshops, generous research funding, and an extensive collection of accounting databases combine to create an excellent research environment.
In recent years, HKUST has ranked among the top in the world in faculty research studies published in top academic accounting journals. The HKUST Research Symposium attracts the world's prominent scholars to exchange cutting-edge research ideas.
Together with HKUST’s top-quality departments in economics, finance, information systems, management, and marketing, the HKUST Department of Accounting offers or participates in a full range of degree and executive programs. These include undergraduate, PhD, MBA, Executive MBA, MSc, and DBA programs plus a range of company and open-enrollment executive programs.
HKUST's Executive MBA program offered jointly with the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University ranks among the top in the world, and HKUST's MBA program consistently ranks among the world's top 25 (Financial Times). HKUST was the first accounting program outside North America to be accredited by AACSB. HKUST attracts top undergraduate and graduate students from Hong Kong, Chinese mainland, and around the world.
ABOUT THE CAMPUS:
The spectacular 150-acre campus overlooking the South China Sea offers tranquil surroundings, lush open spaces, breathtaking views, and outstanding athletic and academic facilities just minutes from the exciting hustle and bustle of downtown Hong Kong.
For more information, please visit our website at http://www.bm.ust.hk/~acct/
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates should possess a doctoral degree or be near completion of the degree and should have a serious commitment to scholarly research and teaching. Candidates should provide evidence of their ability and achievements commensurate with the rank sought.
Salary, teaching load, and faculty support are comparable to top US business schools and based on qualifications.
HOUSING:
Housing benefits will be provided.
BENEFITS:
Appointments come with a 15 percent contract-end gratuity. Health insurance and moving allowances are also provided. The maximum tax rate in Hong Kong is 15%.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
In support of a green work environment, we accept applications submitted online only. Interested candidates should complete the online applcation via Interfolio by clicking the "Apply Now" button on this page. Please include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a job market paper, and the contact emails of the three referees.
If you have further queries, please send email to Professor Tai Yuan Chen at acctfasearch@ust.hk
HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.
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