Assistant Professor in Artificial Intelligence and Humanities

With over 85 years of rich heritage, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has evolved alongside society and made pivotal contributions to the development of Hong Kong, the Nation and the world. The University pursues world-class excellence in education, research and knowledge transfer to nurture socially responsible professionals and leaders, as well as to drive impactful research and innovation. PolyU will strive to continually excel as an innovative world-class university that makes a positive impact on society, living up to the University’s motto: “To learn and to apply, for the benefit of mankind”.

Ranked among the top 100 universities globally by well-known ranking organisations such as Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), Times Higher Education (THE) and U.S. News & World Report, PolyU offers a wide range of world-class educational and research programmes in seven faculties and three independent schools. PolyU has furthermore achieved commendable results in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 – it is ranked in the global top 30 for seven subjects, is first in Hong Kong for three subjects, and is in the global top 100 for 26 subjects. For further details about the University, please visit PolyU’s website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/ .

DIVISION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND THE HUMANITIES

Assistant Professor in Artificial Intelligence and Humanities (two posts) (Ref. 260326010)

The Division of Artificial Intelligence and the Humanities (AIH), a constituent academic unit within the Faculty of Humanities, is dedicated to advancing innovation at the intersection of artificial intelligence and humanistic inquiry. Positioned at the forefront of emerging technologies, AIH aims to promote the development of human-centred AI that enhances society through ethical, creative, and interdisciplinary approaches.

The Master of Science in Generative AI and the Humanities programme, launched in 2024 as the first-of-its-kind in Hong Kong and the world, serves as a flagship initiative of the Division. The programme is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of AI’s impact on language, communication, the arts, and culture, and to prepare them for leadership in an AI-driven future.

AIH invites applications for multiple faculty positions across all academic ranks, with a preference for appointments at the Assistant Professor level. We seek applicants who are committed to leading the integration of AI into humanities-focused education, research, and knowledge transfer. Areas of particular interest include language science and technology, neuroscience and health, language teaching and learning, and Chinese history and culture. Ideal candidates should possess strong programming skills and solid understanding of AI methodologies, along with a deep engagement with humanistic inquiry and its broader potential. The ability to work collaboratively across departments is essential.

Duties

The appointees will be required to:

(a)  undertake teaching duties at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and contribute to programme and curriculum development;

(b)  supervise students and their projects at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels;

(c)  conduct research in related areas and contribute to the development of the AIH’s strategic research areas;

(d)  initiate, lead, and participate in scholarly research in his/her area of expertise that leads to publications in top-tier refereed journals and awards of external research grants;

(e)  contribute to departmental service; and

(f)   perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Division or his/her delegates.

Qualifications

Applicants should:

(a)  have a PhD degree in relevant disciplines;

(b)  demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and research;

(c)  have a proven track record in research and academic achievements; and

(d)  be able to demonstrate effective classroom teaching skills, with the ability to use English as the medium of instruction.

Conditions of Service

A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Initial appointment will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract. Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement. For general information on terms and conditions for appointment of academic staff in the University, please visit the website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/docdrive/careers/doc/Prof.pdf .

Application

Please submit an application through PolyU’s career website (https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/academic ). Consideration of applications will commence on 25 April 2026 until the positions are filled. The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/ .

PolyU is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering an environment that embraces diversity and demonstrates inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and experiences where all members of the University are treated with fairness, dignity and respect. To learn more about the University’s “Statement on Equal Opportunities, Diversity, and Inclusion”, please visit our website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/equal_opportunities_diversity_and_inclusion/ .