Dear ECOLOGgers; The Ecology & Biodiversity group at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) has an exciting opportunity to recruit a new member at the rank of Professor. Our group is nested within the School of Biological Sciences, which consists of 4 strategic research areas. As you will see from the formal announcement below, this is an open position to be filled by a qualified candidate in ANY of the four SRAs, including Ecology & Biodiversity. Therefore, we seek candidates who are looking to capitalize on the opportunity to work in one of the most ecologically interesting areas in the world and find Hong Kong and Southeast Asia an exciting venue to stage their science.
We are a dynamic and international group of faculty on a trajectory of rapid growth. We have hired 6 new faculty members in the last 2 years. In addition to state of the art facilities in the School of Biological Sciences on HKU’s main campus, faculty can conduct research at the Swire Institute of Marine Science, located at the Cape d’Aguilar Marine Reserve, the Kadoorie Institute and Hong Kong's Global Forest Observatory at Tai Po Kau. We welcome applications from qualified ecological and evolutionary biologists who will complement our existing strengths in terrestrial and marine ecology. We especially welcome candidates who will enrich the diversity of our group. Interested applicants are welcome to contact any member of our group to discuss this opportunity further. (http://www.biosch.hku.hk/ecology/staff.htm <http://www.biosch.hku.hk/ecology/staff.htm>). Please note, this is an unofficial announcement. The following is the official announcement from the University: http://jobs.hku.hk/jd.php?id=201401237 <http://jobs.hku.hk/jd.php?id=201401237> The School of Biological Sciences at the University of Hong Kong invites applications for the appointment of Professor with an expected starting date of July 1, 2015. Candidates from all fields in biological sciences are encouraged to apply, but must have a strong publication record and must be able to contribute strongly to one of the following Strategic Research Areas: Ecology Endocrinology Food Safety and Food for Health Plant Evolution and Adaptation More information about the School and the Stretegic Research Areas can be found here: http://www.biosch.hku.hk/ <http://www.biosch.hku.hk/>. The University of Hong Kong is located near the centre of a dynamic city with a high diversity of peoples, cultures, and cuisines. Hong Kong is an international hub in close proximity to China and Southeast Asia, such that the appointee can feasibly conduct research in ecosystems both within and outside of Hong Kong. The position is first offered on a three-year term basis, with the possibility of renewal and with consideration for tenure during the second three-year contract. For exceptionally outstanding candidates, appointment can be made with tenure. A globally competitive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. For enquiries about the existing research activities and the specific job requirements, please write to Professor Rudolf Wu, Director of the School of Biological Sciences (rudol...@hku.hk <mailto:rudol...@hku.hk><mailto:rudol...@hku.hk <mailto:rudol...@hku.hk>>). Interested applicants should submit a completed application form, together with a full C.V., a research plan, and a statement on teaching philosophy to sc...@hku.hk <mailto:sc...@hku.hk><mailto:sc...@hku.hk <mailto:sc...@hku.hk>>. Please indicate the reference number (201401237) in the subject of the e-mail. Application forms (341/1111) can be obtained at http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/form-ext.doc <http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/form-ext.doc>. Further particulars can be obtained at http://jobs.hku.hk/ <http://jobs.hku.hk/>. Application closes January 31, 2015. The University thanks applicants for their interest, but advises that only shortlisted applicants will be notified of the application result. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ David M. Baker, Ph.D. Assistant Professor The Swire Institute of Marine Science, School of Biological Sciences & Department of Earth Science The University of Hong Kong Kadoorie Biological Sciences Building Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong, PRC
