Research Assistant Professor / Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Mechanical Engineering

Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Mechanical Engineering (14500)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow

Research Assistant Professor / Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Mechanical Engineering (Ref.: 519525 )

We now invite applications for the captioned post.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Driving research activities towards defined goals in specified timeline
• Processing in experimental data analysis and management
• Drafting proposals, reports and presentations relevant to the projects
• Liaising with project collaborators and partners
• Performing various laboratory administrative duties
• Supporting various laboratory’s events & activities
• Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor(s)

Requirements

• A PhD degree in Solid Mechanics, Materials Science, Physics or related disciplines
• Preferably with research experience in experimental micro/nanomechanics, in situ electron microscopy (HRTEM), semiconductor physics, and mechanical metamaterials.
• With strong passion in conducting fundamental and applied research toward impactful applications
• Fluent in English in both writing and verbal communications; clear and concise writing skills
• Good time management with a strong sense of responsibility and research ethics
• Mature, self-motivated, confident and able to work under pressure

What We Offer

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a 1-year temporary basis or 2-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. The appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 15% of basic salary. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above post.  Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V.  Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until July 31, 2023, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.