Research Assistant Professor in Government and International Affairs
Join Lingnan University as a Research Assistant Professor focusing on governance, policy, and the politics of artificial intelligence.
Best for:Best for early-career researchers in political science or public policy with a strong research focus on the governance and politics of artificial intelligence.
Overview
Lingnan University is seeking a Research Assistant Professor to join the Department of Government and International Affairs and the School of Graduate Studies - Institute of Policy Studies. The appointee will engage in high-impact research, pursue competitive external grants, and contribute to teaching excellence and departmental service. Candidates must specialize in political science, public policy, or social research methods with a strong methodological focus on the governance, policy, or politics of artificial intelligence. This joint appointment offers a competitive salary and comprehensive fringe benefits on a fixed-term contract basis.
What you'll do
- Conduct high-quality independent research and produce publications in the fields of governance, policy, or the politics of artificial intelligence
- Prepare and submit applications for research grants from the Research Grants Council (RGC) and other local or overseas competitive funding schemes
- Deliver excellent teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels within the Department and School
- Supervise students and contribute to the academic development of the Department and University community
- Engage actively in international research collaborations and wider societal knowledge transfer initiatives
- Perform administrative duties and service commitments as assigned by the Department and School
Requirements
Degree required: PhD degree or equivalent in political science, public policy, social research methods, or a related discipline
Language: English; excellent communication and presentation skills required
Instruction: English
Publications: Evidence of scholarship and a substantive statement of publication record demonstrating active research output
- Strong social science methodological training related to the governance, policy, or politics of artificial intelligence
- Demonstrated evidence of active scholarship and a strong publication record
- Proven commitment to teaching excellence and student engagement
- Excellent communication and presentation skills in English
- Must have obtained a PhD degree or equivalent for no more than five years prior to the commencement of the appointment
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-11 · open until filled
Applicants must submit their applications online through the official portal. Candidates should provide information regarding work experience, qualifications, research interests, achievements, a publication record statement, and contact details for at least three referees. Early application is advised as review will continue until the position is filled.
- CV
- Qualifications and work experience details
- Research interests and achievements
- Statement of publication record
- Contact information of at least three referees
Contact
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