Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Data Science
Join City University of Macau’s Faculty of Data Science to lead cutting-edge research and teaching in AI, cloud computing, and interdisciplinary data-driven fields.
Best for:Best for experienced academics with a PhD in data science, AI, or related fields, seeking to lead research and teaching in a growing university with strong industry ties and funding opportunities.
Overview
City University of Macau (CityU Macau) invites applications for faculty positions at the Professor, Associate Professor, or Assistant Professor level within the Faculty of Data Science. This role involves teaching, research, and student supervision across disciplines such as Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Computer Science, and Data Science. The university emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, industry-academia partnerships, and contributions to Macao’s talent development goals. Successful candidates will engage in high-impact research, develop academic programs, and mentor students in a dynamic, internationally ranked institution.
What you'll do
- Develop and teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in data science, AI, or related fields, ensuring high-quality instruction in English and Chinese.
- Lead and conduct independent research in data science, contributing to the university’s interdisciplinary research agenda and securing competitive grants.
- Supervise and mentor students, including guiding dissertations and professional practice projects.
- Collaborate with industry partners and contribute to knowledge transfer initiatives in the Guangdong–Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone.
- Participate in faculty governance, curriculum development, and program enhancement within the Faculty of Data Science.
- Publish high-impact research and disseminate findings in top-tier academic journals and conferences.
Requirements
Degree required: Doctoral degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related disciplines) 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 both English and Chinese for teaching and research purposes.
Instruction: English and Chinese
Publications: Strong research potential with quality publications (Assistant Professor); sustained record of high-quality publications and competitive research grants (Associate Professor); international academic standing and leadership (Professor).
- Proven ability to teach effectively in both English and Chinese.
- Strong research potential with a track record of high-quality publications (Assistant Professor); sustained record of high-quality publications and competitive research grants (Associate Professor); international academic standing and leadership (Professor).
- Experience in teaching at the university level or holding teaching awards.
- Experience in securing national or provincial research projects or substantial industry experience.
- Leadership skills to develop academic programs and mentor students at advanced levels.
- Preference given to Macao residents under the same conditions.
- No explicit age or nationality restrictions, but alignment with Macao’s talent development goals is encouraged.
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 to upload required documents and indicate the position, reference code, and academic unit. Email or postal applications are not accepted.
- Resume/CV
- Personal Identification Document
- Graduation Certificates
- Cover Letter (specifying position, reference code, and academic unit)
- Contact information for three referees
Contact
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