Assistant Professor – Counselling Psychology

About the role

Hong Kong Metropolitan University is seeking an Assistant Professor in Counselling Psychology to join the Wu Jieh Yee School of Arts and Social Sciences. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses, supervise practicum, and contribute to the university’s research agenda.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, develop, coordinate and deliver counselling psychology courses, including classroom teaching and programme administration.
• Conduct academic research, publish findings, and apply for research grants.
• Participate in scholarly activities, school and university service, and other assigned duties.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students, including practicum placements where applicable.

Required profile

• Earned doctorate in counselling psychology, counselling, mental health or a related discipline, together with relevant professional qualifications.
• Significant teaching and/or professional experience in counselling psychology.
• Strong academic record, leadership in higher education, and a solid record of peer‑reviewed publications.
• Demonstrated ability to obtain external research funding and to transfer knowledge to the community.
• Experience in curriculum development, innovative teaching methods, and postgraduate supervision.

What we offer

• Attractive remuneration package including basic salary, cash/housing allowance, end‑of‑contract gratuity and discretionary incentive payments.
• Generous annual leave, medical and dental benefits, life insurance and staff‑development sponsorships.
• Eligibility for the “Accommodation Programme for Overseas Young Teaching Staff” providing up to six months of free housing for eligible overseas hires under age 50.