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Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Urban and Sustainable Development

Join City University of Macau to lead interdisciplinary research and teaching in urban planning, urban management, and urban informatics.

Best for:Best for established researchers, academics, and professionals with a PhD in urban studies, economics, or related disciplines seeking to advance interdisciplinary research and teaching in urban sustainability.

City University of Macau · Macau, Macao · R3 · Established researcher
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This is a faculty position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
Until filled
rolling
Funding
Salaried
Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience (maximum income tax rate in Macao is 12%, effectively around 5%-7% after exemptions)
Start date
December 2026 or mid-August 2027
Permanent
Location
Macau
Macao

Overview

City University of Macau invites applications for faculty positions at the Professor, Associate Professor, or Assistant Professor level in the Institute of Urban and Sustainable Development. This role involves contributing to programme development, teaching, research, and supervising students in fields such as economics, urban planning, management, political science, and sociology. The successful candidate will engage in cutting-edge research, collaborate with industry, and support the university’s mission of integrating education, technology, and talent development in the Greater Bay Area. The position offers competitive remuneration, extensive research support, and a dynamic, inclusive work environment.

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What you'll do

  • Develop and contribute to the Faculty’s academic programmes and curriculum.
  • Conduct high-quality research in urban planning, urban management, or related fields.
  • Supervise and mentor students, including guiding dissertations and professional practice.
  • Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in English and Chinese.
  • Collaborate with industry partners and contribute to knowledge transfer initiatives.
  • Lead and participate in interdisciplinary research projects and conferences.
  • Engage in community outreach and public engagement activities related to urban sustainability.

Requirements

Degree required: Doctoral degree in a relevant field (e.g., Urban Planning, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, or related disciplines) from a recognized institution. Candidates expected to complete their PhD before the start date may be considered for Assistant Professor positions.

Language: Fluency in English and Chinese for teaching purposes.

Instruction: English and Chinese

Publications: Assistant Professor: strong research potential and quality publications. Associate Professor: sustained record of high-quality publications. Professor: international academic standing and leadership.

Required skills
  • Ability to teach effectively in both English and Chinese.
  • Strong research potential and a record of high-quality publications.
  • Experience in teaching and supervising postgraduate students.
  • Track record of securing competitive research grants.
  • Leadership and ability to lead discipline development.
  • Experience in full-time university teaching or relevant industry experience.
Nice to have
Experience with interdisciplinary research projects.Prior involvement in industry-academia collaboration.Experience with research funding applications and management.Experience in developing and implementing educational policies.
Eligibility
  • Preference given to Macao residents under the same conditions.
  • No explicit nationality restrictions, but preference for candidates with local residency or alignment with Macao’s talent policies.

Funding & terms

Type
Salaried
Amount
Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience (maximum income tax rate in Macao is 12%, effectively around 5%-7% after exemptions)
Duration
Permanent
Programme
Macao Talent Programme
City University of Macau, Macao Science and Technology Development Fund, Macao Foundation, National Natural Science Foundation of China

How to apply

Deadline: 2026-12-05 · open until filled

Applications must be submitted online via the City University of Macau’s career portal. Applicants should visit the provided link for detailed instructions. Email or postal applications will not be accepted. Enquiries should be directed to jobs@cityu.edu.mo.

Documents required
  • Resume/CV
  • Personal Identification Document
  • Graduation Certificates
  • Cover Letter (indicating position, reference code, and academic unit)
  • Contact information for three referees
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Contact

City University of Macau HR Office· Recruitment Enquiries

jobs@cityu.edu.mo

https://hro.cityu.edu.mo/en/category/job-application/teaching-en/

Lab
Institute of Urban and Sustainable Development
City University of Macau
Macao Talent ProgrammeMacao
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