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Ref.: 534000 Work type: Full-time Department: Faculty of Arts (04000) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow The Faculty of Arts invites qualified individuals to apply for the position of Post-doctoral Fellow in Philosophy (Ref.: 534000), to commence in August 2026. The initial appointment will be for two years, with the potential for extension for an additional year. Applicants should have completed a Ph.D. degree in philosophy by the time of appointment. The position is open to all areas of specialization within value theory very broadly construed (to include ethics, political philosophy, social philosophy, aesthetics, and other cognate areas). This appointment will be affiliated with the Hong Kong Ethics Lab: https://www.hkethicslab.com. The post-doctoral fellow is expected to participate actively in the work of the Hong Kong Ethics Lab. Applicants should submit project proposals (max 5 pages) that fall within the research centre’s broad remit to drive academic research and public engagement on pressing issues of ethical concern. Information about HKU's Philosophy department can be found at https://philosophy.hku.hk/dept. Enquiries about the duties of the post can be directed to Nathaniel Sharadin (sharadin@hku.hk). A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries. Post-doctoral fellows will have access to a generous research budget intended to support their ongoing professional development. The University only accepts online applications 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., a writing sample of scholarly work, and a project proposal on ethics or moral philosophy, broadly construed (not exceeding five pages). Shortlisted applicants will be requested to arrange for two references. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until February 28, 2026, or until the position is filled, whichever is earlier. The University is committed to diversity and inclusivity. The Faculty of Arts expressly encourages qualified persons from all genders to apply.

Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations. Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/. Applications are now invited for the following post: Postdoctoral Fellow - Frontier of AI driven Inverse Design of Functional Materials Wu Jieh Yee School of Interdisciplinary Studies (Post Ref.: 25/176) Professor Xi Chen, Dean of the Wu Jieh Yee School of Interdisciplinary Studies and Chair Professor of Interdisciplinary Studies, leads an interdisciplinary team working at the frontier of AI driven inverse design of functional materials. Current research directions include: Reversible material representation methods for accelerated inverse design Large language, diffusion & graph neural models for materials discovery Fine tuning and architecture optimisation of foundation models Inverse design of next generation functional materials (e.g. energy, sustainability) The group partners closely with leading institutes in Hong Kong, Shenzhen, and worldwide, offering an exciting, collaborative research environment. The appointee will work as part of the team. This involves (1) conducting independent and collaborative research leading to publications in top tier journals and conferences; (2) contributing to grant proposal writing and collaborative projects; and (3) mentoring junior researchers and assisting with laboratory management. Requirements The candidate should have obtained / been conferred a PhD degree or an equivalent qualification in Materials Science, Mechanical / Applied Mechanics, Physics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a closely related field for no more than three years prior to the commencement of the appointment. The candidates should have a strong track record in at least one of the group’s research areas, preferably demonstrated by publications in high-impact venues. Experience with machine learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, JAX) and / or computational materials methods is essential. Additionally, the candidate should possess an excellent command of written and spoken English and demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team. Appointment The conditions of appointment will be competitive. Commencing salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund, gratuity, and incoming passage and baggage allowance for the eligible appointee. The appointment will normally be made on an initial contract of up to two years. Application Procedure (online application only) Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. We are an equal opportunities employer. The review of applications will start and continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Description The Sreenivasan Lab at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is seeking a Research Assistant to conduct studies examining working memory in human subjects. Applicants with a background in programming and interest in working memory are encouraged to apply. Terms of employment include competitive salary and benefits. Research in the Sreenivasan Lab (http://nyuad.nyu.edu/sreenivasan-lab) focuses on the neurobiological mechanisms that constrain working memory ability. Our projects involve collaborations with Psychology and Biology faculty at NYUAD as well as Psychology faculty at NYU New York. The neuroimaging facilities at NYUAD include a 3T Prisma MRI, MEG, EEG, and eye tracking. Responsibilities of the position include collecting behavioral and neurophysiological data, programming experiments and analysis routines, as well as managing the day-to-day functioning of the lab. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, though a master’s degree is preferred. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with MATLAB or an equivalent programming language, strong computational skills, and a background in experimental psychology or neuroscience. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience and interest in addressing questions about working memory using neuroimaging. Organizational skills and attention to detail are essential. Applications will be accepted immediately. To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter/statement of research interests, a CV, transcript, and contact information for at least two references, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Dr. Sreenivasan: kartik.sreenivasan@nyu.edu. The anticipated appointment is from February 1, 2026 to January 31, 2027, with opportunity for renewal of the position for additional years following performance evaluation. The terms of employment include highly competitive salary, housing allowance, and other benefits. About NYU Abu Dhabi https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/ NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents. NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching. UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.