Senior Lecturer / Lecturer / Assistant Lecturer (Counselling Psychology) (A&SS)

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge. 

As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching.

HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA.

For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk.

We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the School of Arts and Social Sciences:

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

• Planning, developing, and delivering psychology courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including classroom teaching and programme coordination;

• Contributing to the design, review, and administration of programmes and curricula, ensuring alignment with academic and professional standards;

• Supervising practicum, internships, and honours projects, providing mentorship that connects theory with practice;

• Maintaining strong engagement with professional bodies and community networks to foster collaboration and experiential learning opportunities;

• Engaging in scholarly activities;

• Participating actively in School and University activities, academic administration, and community service; and

• Performing other duties as assigned.

Candidates

Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

• A doctorate in Psychology with a recognized professional qualification in Counselling Psychology;

• Registration or licensure as a Counselling Psychologist;

• At least five years of post-qualification practice in counselling psychology or a related mental health profession;

• Strong academic achievements and leadership in higher education;

• Significant experience in teaching and programme development, including postgraduate supervision, curriculum innovation, and applied learning design;

• Proven experience supervising fieldwork in counselling or mental health contexts;

• Track record in relevant research areas where appropriate; and

• Demonstrated contributions to the University, profession, and wider community.

The level of appointment depends on the candidate’s academic background, experience and competence in academic leadership, teaching, research, scholarly publications, etc. Candidates with less experience may be considered for appointment at a lower rank.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided.

“Accommodation Programme for Overseas Young Teaching Staff” sponsored by the “Katie Shu Sui Pui Charitable Trust”

Overseas candidates who are successfully appointed by the University and below age 50 will be eligible to apply for the “Accommodation Programme for Overseas Young Teaching Staff” sponsored by the “Katie Shu Sui Pui Charitable Trust”.  This programme offers the opportunity to reside in assigned accommodation free of charge for a period of up to six months, subject to terms and conditions.

To Apply

Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System.

(Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement posted in Feb 2026 need not re-apply.)

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