JOB DETAILS

Teaching Assistant

CompanyThe Chinese University of Hong Kong
LocationChina
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 27, 2025
About The Company
A comprehensive research university with a global vision, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) embraces internationalisation in its education and research, with a view to achieving excellence and gaining recognition for the University as a global leader. The first student exchange program at the University was launched in 1965 with the University of California system. Today, CUHK has formal partnerships with over 450 institutions around the world, ranging from teaching and research collaborations to faculty and student exchanges, apart from joining a number of international associations to facilitate academic exchange. Serving as its international relations arm, the Office of Academic Links (OAL) promotes and facilitates the internationalisation of CUHK in its research, teaching and learning programmes so as to seek recognition for the University as a leader on the global stage.
About the Role

Department/ Unit: Department of Geography and Resource Management

Closing date: Until the post is filled

The Department of Geography and Resource Management is recruiting a full-time Teaching Assistant. Applicants should have (i) a good Bachelor's degree (preferably a good Master's degree with some relevant teaching experience); (ii) a background in geoinformation science and remote sensing; and (iii) a good command of spoken and written English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua); (iv) a proactive work attitude, a strong sense of responsibility, and good interpersonal skills; (v) solid knowledge of project management and computer applications with good organizational and problem-solving skills.

 

The appointee will provide assistance for the MSc programme in Geoinformation Science and Smart Cities and the MSSc programme in Sustainable Tourism. Duties include (a) conducting and coordinating work for teaching support and programme administration; (b) assisting in tutorials, field trips, laboratory/practical classes, preparation of course materials/classes, student consultation/supervision; (c) managing the programme websites and other related social media platforms, and (d) taking up other academic activities and administrative duties as assigned.

 

Appointment will normally be made on contract basis for up to one year initially, commencing January 2026 or as soon as practicable thereafter, renewable subject to performance and mutual agreement.

 

 

Application Procedure

The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.

Key Skills
Geoinformation ScienceRemote SensingSpoken EnglishWritten EnglishCantonesePutonghuaProject ManagementComputer ApplicationsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeaching SupportProgramme AdministrationTutorial AssistanceField Trip CoordinationLaboratory Classes
Categories
EducationEnvironmental & SustainabilityScience & Research
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The appointee will provide assistance for the MSc programme in Geoinformation Science and Smart Cities and the MSSc programme in Sustainable Tourism. Duties include conducting and coordinating work for teaching support and programme administration, assisting in tutorials, field trips, and laboratory classes, and managing programme websites and social media platforms.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
3
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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