Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Civil and Commercial Law
Join City University of Macau to advance legal education and research in civil and commercial law within a dynamic interdisciplinary environment.
Best for:Best for experienced legal scholars with a strong research record, teaching expertise, and a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration in law and technology.
Overview
City University of Macau (CityU Macau) invites applications for a faculty position in Civil and Commercial Law at the Professor, Associate Professor, or Assistant Professor level. This role involves teaching, conducting high-impact research, supervising students, and contributing to the development of the Faculty’s academic programmes. The successful candidate will engage in interdisciplinary research, collaborate with industry partners, and contribute to the university’s mission of serving Macao and the Greater Bay Area. The position offers competitive remuneration, extensive research support, and a supportive work environment with diverse benefits.
What you'll do
- Develop and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Civil and Commercial Law, ensuring high academic standards and student engagement.
- Conduct independent research and publish high-quality scholarly work in top law journals and conferences.
- Supervise and mentor students in their professional practice, dissertations, and research projects.
- Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the Faculty’s academic programmes and contribute to interdisciplinary research initiatives.
- Engage in industry-academia partnerships and knowledge transfer activities, particularly within the Guangdong–Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone.
- Participate in university committees, curriculum development, and institutional governance.
- Serve as a role model for professional and ethical conduct in legal academia.
Requirements
Degree required: Doctoral degree in Law or a related field from a recognized institution. Candidates expected to complete their PhD before the start date may be considered for the Assistant Professor position.
Language: Fluency in English and Chinese; ability to teach in both languages.
Instruction: English and Chinese
Publications: Strong research record with quality publications required for Associate Professor; sustained record of high-quality publications and grants for Professor.
- Proven ability to teach effectively in both English and Chinese.
- Strong research potential and a record of high-quality publications in Civil and Commercial Law.
- Experience in teaching at the university level or holding teaching awards.
- Experience in securing competitive research grants or managing research projects.
- Leadership and ability to lead discipline development in law.
- Experience in postgraduate supervision or mentoring students.
- Preference given to Macao residents under the same conditions.
- No explicit age or nationality restrictions, but preference for candidates aligned with Macao’s talent policies.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-05 · open until filled
Applications must be submitted online via the university’s career portal. Applicants should visit the provided link and upload required documents directly to the platform. Email or postal applications will not be accepted.
- Resume/CV
- Personal Identification Document
- Graduation Certificates
- Cover Letter (indicating position, reference code, and academic unit)
- Contact information for three referees
Contact
CityU Macau HR Office· Recruitment Enquiries
https://hro.cityu.edu.mo/en/category/job-application/teaching-en/
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