Named Professorships and All Rank Faculty Recruitment

Recruitment of Named Professors

To bolster its academic leadership, HKUST Business School strives to attract top talent from around the world. In conjunction with HKUST’s 30^th anniversary, the School aims to recruit 10 Named Professors in the fields of accounting, economics, finance, information systems, operations management, management and marketing. We invite accomplished scholars with remarkable academic achievements from all over the world to join us.

All Rank Faculty Recruitment

In addition to the named professorships, we plan to recruit another 30 outstanding Full Professors / Associate Professors / Assistant Professors in the next five years. Candidates with a track record of impactful research in any business disciplines are welcome to apply. Applicants with expertise in Digital Business and Transformation, Business Analytics, Sustainability and Green Finance, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and Family Business and Wealth Management are also encouraged to apply for the positions.

The University

Founded in 1991, the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is a world renowned university dedicated to the advancement of education and research. In just 30 years, the University has rapidly ascended as a leading player in the international higher education scene, ranked by Times Higher Education as the world’s top young university in 2020. With a firm commitment to innovation and excellence, HKUST provides a dynamic and supportive environment for aspiring scholars to develop intellectually and professionally.  

HKUST Business School

The School of Business and Management (HKUST Business School) is home to six academic departments and a number of dedicated research centers. Its 150 faculty members from 25+ countries foster a highly diverse and international environment. The School has risen to international prominence and gained prestigious recognition for its Kellogg-HKUST Executive MBA Program, which has been ranked as the world’s No.1 ten times by the Financial Times.

Remuneration and Application Process

Competitive remuneration and generous fringe benefits, including housing where appropriate, will be provided. Applications/nominations, together with curriculum vitae, should be sent to the Office of the Dean of Business and Management (email: sbmfaculty@ust.hk). Review of candidates will continue until the positions are filled.

For more information about the University and the HKUST Business School, please visit http://www.hkust.edu.hk/ and https://www.bm.ust.hk/, respectively.