Postdoctoral Fellowship in ESG and Law | HKU

Postdoctoral Fellowship in ESG and Law

The Faculty of Law at The University of Hong Kong (HKU) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in ESG and Law. This full-time research position offers an exciting opportunity to work with Professor James Zeng on empirical research that explores the growing connection between Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and law.

This fellowship is ideal for researchers who want to publish in leading academic journals, expand their research portfolio, and collaborate within one of Asia's leading research universities.

About the Research

The successful candidate will conduct empirical research focused on ESG and Law. The fellowship offers opportunities to contribute to high-impact academic research while also developing an independent research agenda.

Research areas may include:

• ESG and corporate governance
• Sustainable finance
• Law and financial markets
• Corporate responsibility
• Empirical legal research
• Finance and regulatory policy

Work with Professor James Zeng

The fellow will work closely with Professor James Zeng, while also benefiting from the broader research community at HKU.

This collaborative environment provides opportunities to:

• Develop joint research projects
• Publish in leading academic journals
• Present research at international conferences
• Build connections with scholars across Asia and around the world

Candidate Requirements

Applicants should have:

• A PhD in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related discipline (completed or expected before the fellowship begins)
• Strong empirical research skills
• Experience with quantitative research methods commonly used in finance, accounting, economics, or law
• A strong publication record or an active pipeline of working papers aimed at top-tier academic journals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What HKU Offers

The fellowship includes:

• Competitive salary
• Research funding for data access
• Conference travel support
• Full access to HKU research databases and library resources
• A collaborative and supportive research environment
• Opportunities to build an independent research program
• Access to one of Asia's leading academic and research networks

Why Join The University of Hong Kong?

HKU is recognized internationally for excellence in research and higher education. Researchers benefit from world-class facilities, strong global collaborations, and a vibrant academic community located in one of Asia's leading financial and research centers.

This fellowship offers an excellent platform for early-career scholars seeking to strengthen their research profile while contributing to impactful work in ESG, law, finance, and corporate governance.

Application Instructions

Applications are accepted online through the The University of Hong Kong Careers portal.

Applicants should upload:

• An up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV)
• Publications and/or research papers

Application review begins immediately and will continue until September 1, 2026, or until the position is filled.

For questions about the fellowship, applicants may contact Professor James Zeng directly.

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