11 Postdoctoral Positions at Hong Kong University
1. Post-doctoral Fellow
Ref.: 519951
Work type: Full-time
Department: School of Biological Sciences (26000)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow
Postdoctoral Fellows in the School of Biological Sciences (Ref.: 519951) (to commence as soon as possible for three years)
Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in The Biodiversity and Environmental Change Lab (www.louiseashton.net) at the University of Hong Kong
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in insect ecology (or related) with experience in tropical field work. Knowledge of beetle identification is desirable but not essential. They should also have knowledge of a range of insect sampling techniques, the ability to organise remote field projects independently and collection management. Those who are going to complete the Ph.D. degree are also welcome.
Our collaborative team includes Dr Louise Ashton, Dr Michael Boyle, Professor Timothy Bonebrake, Dr Jin Wu, Dr Eduardo Maeda, Professor Roger Kitching and Professor Nigel Stork. The appointee will join our project re-sampling previous insect biodiversity studies in Australia and Malaysia. We aim to understand insect dynamics through time in tropical forest habitats.
A competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. together with a cover letter, a statement of their research interests and how they meet the selection criteria, and contact details of three referees. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until June 30, 2023, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency
Advertised:Mar 30, 2023 (HK Time)
Applications close:Jun 30, 2023 (HK Time)
2. Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Chemistry
Ref.: 519916
Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Chemistry (25200)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow
Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Chemistry, to commence as soon as possible for two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, and a strong background and experience in Materials Chemistry and Supramolecular Chemistry or related disciplines. Expertise in chemical synthesis, photophysical characterization and measurements, and functional materials characterization are preferred. Good organizational skills, the ability to work independently, a strong sense of responsibility and self-motivation are essential. The appointee will work on the research area of “Molecular Functional Materials” under the supervision of Professor V.W.W. Yam. Enquiries about the post should be sent to Professor V.W.W. Yam (email: wwyam@hku.hk).
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V.. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until April 28, 2023, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
Advertised:Mar 28, 2023 (HK Time)
Applications close:Apr 28, 2023 (HK Time)
3. Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Physics
Ref.: 519905
Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Physics (25600)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow
Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Physics (Ref.: 519905)
We now invite applications for the captioned post(s) available in Prof. Shizhong Zhang’s group.
Duties and Responsibilities
work on a project related to p-wave Fermi and Bose gases, transport properties of quantum gases in low dimensions and dipolar quantum gas
Requirements
a Ph.D. degree in Physics
the ability to work independently and in a team
self-motivated and responsible
What We Offer
The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary basis for 2 years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. 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(s). Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V. They should also arrange 3 referees to send reference letters to Professor Shizhong Zhang by e-mail (shizhong@hku.hk) directly. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until December 31, 2023, or until the post(s) is/are filled, whichever is earlier.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency
Advertised:Mar 28, 2023 (HK Time)
Applications close:Dec 31, 2023 (HK Time)
4. Post-doctoral Fellow - Biological Sciences
Ref.: 519716
Work type: Full-time
Department: School of Biological Sciences (26000)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow
Postdoctoral Fellows in the School of Biological Sciences (Ref.: 519716) (to commence as soon as possible for two years, with the possibility of renewal)
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree with solid hands-on experience in molecular and cellular biology of cancer and animal work. Experience in biomedical engineering, single cell biology, live cell imaging, bioinformatics or chemical biology would be an advantage. The appointee will participate in research projects relating to cancer cell signaling, tumor immunology, and drug discovery. Proficiency in written and spoken English is mandatory. A strong sense of responsibility, good organizational skills and an ability to work independently and multi-tasking are also required.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.
Applicants should send a completed application form together with an up-to-date C.V. to Professor Alice Wong (awong1@hku.hk) before May 1, 2023. Application forms (345/1111) can be downloaded at http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/jr-form.doc. Further particulars can be obtained at http://jobs.hku.hk/.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and
is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency
Advertised:Mar 10, 2023 (HK Time)
Applications close:May 1, 2023 (HK Time)
5. Post-doctoral Fellow - Biological Sciences
Ref.: 519228
Work type: Full-time
Department: School of Biological Sciences (26000)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow
Postdoctoral Fellow in Tropical Phenology and Carbon Cycles
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral fellow position at the School of Biological Sciences (Ref.: 519228). The appointee will be working at the Research Area for Ecology and Biodiversity under the supervision of Dr. Jin Wu, in a topic related to Tropical Phenology and Carbon Cycles, to commence June 1st 2023 or as soon after for one year, with the possibility of renewal for two additional years, subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
The appointee will work on an exciting and interdisciplinary project, which will integrate cutting-edge remote sensing with machine learning and fundamental ecophysiological theories to understand the patterns and drivers of tropical phenology and its implications to regional carbon cycles and large-scale ecosystem stability. He/She will work with Dr. Jin Wu and a strong collaborative team with broad expertise in plant ecophysiology, ecosystem modeling, eddy covariance techniques, satellite remote sensing, and high-performance computing. For further information, please contact Dr. Jin Wu (email: jinwu@hku.hk), or visit https://wu-jin.weebly.com or https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=jChxiKUAAAAJ&hl=en. Applicants for the position should have a Ph.D. in Ecology, Geography, Earth System Sciences, Remote Sensing, or a closely related field. Strong skills in data analysis, remote sensing and programing (e.g. R, Python, Matlab) are desirable. A good knowledge in phenology and remote sensing is essential. Excellent command of scientific writing and English is also a must.
In 2023, the University of Hong Kong was selected by the Times Higher Education as the most international university in the world. The University of Hong Kong is consistently ranked among the Top 30 best universities in the world.
The Faculty of Science provides a supportive and friendly environment and has embarked on a programme of recruitment to invest in areas of acknowledged strength and internationally competitive activity. Information about the Faculty can be obtained at https://www.scifac.hku.hk/ and https://www.cpao.hku.hk/firstandforemost/rankings.
The Research Area for Ecology and Biodiversity oversees a range of projects on fundamental research in ecology and evolution as well as applied work on environmental change, wildlife forensics and conservation. It has strengths in ecology, evolutionary and environmental biology, marine sciences, as well as in global change and conservation biology. For more information, please visit: https://www.biosch.hku.hk/research/EB-research-areas/.
How to apply
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., a cover letter, and contact information of two referees able to provide reference letters via email to Assistant Professor Jin Wu at jinwu@hku.hk. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until April 15, 2023, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and
is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency
Advertised:Feb 1, 2023 (HK Time)
Applications close: Apr 15, 2023 (HK Time)
6. Post-doctoral Fellow in Computational and Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics in the Department of Physics
Ref.: 518693
Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Physics (25600)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow
Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow(s) in Computational and Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics in the Department of Physics (Ref.: 518693), to commence as soon as possible for one year, with the possibility of renewal.
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Condensed Matter Physics. Experience in numerical techniques and analytical field-theoretical approaches is desirable. Applicants who are in the process of completing a Ph.D. degree will also be considered.
The appointee will work with Dr. Zi Yang Meng to conduct research on computational and theoretical condensed matter physics. Areas of research include diagrammatic calculations, quantum Monte Carlo methods, density matrix renormalization group and tensor network states, and artificial intelligence and neural networks, with particular focus on applying these numerical approaches to quantum many-body systems, such as correlated 2D materials, quantum Moire systems, frustrated magnets, topological order, quantum phase transitions beyond Landau-Ginzburg-Wilson paradigms, etc. The recent works of Dr. Meng and the group can be found at https://quantummc.xyz/.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., a cover letter with a publication list and a research statement. Applicants should also arrange three reference letters to be sent directly by the referees to Dr. Zi Yang Meng at zymeng@hku.hk. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until June 30, 2023, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
Advertised:Dec 20, 2022 (HK Time)
Applications close:Jun 30, 2023 (HK Time)
7. Post-doctoral Fellow in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics in the Department of Physics
Ref.: 518702
Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Physics (25600)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow
Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics in the Department of Physics (Ref.: 518702) to commence as soon as possible on or before April 30, 2023 for two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics or a related area, with more than three years of research experience in fabrications of nano-electronic devices and/or low-temperature & low-noise electrical measurements. The applicant must be highly motivated. Priority will be given to those who have operated dilution refrigerator or other ultra-low temperature cryogenic systems and carried out low-noise electrical transport measurements. Those who are expecting to complete the degree before the application deadline will also be considered.
The appointee will pursue research on Quantum Correlations in Engineered 2D Materials that include many interesting topics, such as quantum many body states in ultraclean suspended graphene nanostructures, correlations in moiré-induced nearly flat bands, van der Waals engineered new quantum transport phenomena, and more in the group of Dr. Dongkeun Ki. Details of the research activities can be found at https://www.physics.hku.hk/~dkkilab.
Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 515018) need not re-apply.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., a cover letter and a list of publications. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until April 30, 2023, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
Advertised:Dec 16, 2022 (HK Time)
Applications close:Apr 30, 2023 (HK Time)
8. Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Chemistry
Ref.: 519564
Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Chemistry (25200)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow
Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Chemistry (Ref.: 519564), to commence as soon as possible for one year, renewable subject to satisfactory performance. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.
The appointee will work on a Theme-based Research Scheme (TRS) consortium project that aims at increasing the activity and selectivity of energy catalysis and resourcification processes, including but not limited to those involving H2, O2, H2O, CO2 and N2. The appointee is expected to gain new insights into how small molecules are activated under benign conditions and understand the mechanistic details of the conversion processes using a range of experimental, spectroscopic, and computational methods.
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, Physics or Computational Materials Science, as well as a strong background and experience in molecular synthesis, nanomaterial characterizations, performance assessment, and pathway analysis. The appointee is expected to prepare a variety of novel low-dimensional non-precious metal catalysts as well as characterize them using NMR, IR, Raman, ESI-MS, ICP-MS, SEM, TEM, EDS, XPS, and BET. Knowledge of (a) Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS), (b) Polarization Modulation-Infrared Reflection-Adsorption Spectroscopy (PM-IRRAS), (c) Attenuated Total Reflection Fourier Transform IR (ATR-FTIR) spectroscopy, and (d) microfabrication is a plus, but not required. Applicants should have proficiency in written and spoken English, a strong sense of responsibility, good organizational skills, and ability to work independently. The appointee will work in an interdisciplinary environment co-supervised by Prof. Zheng Xiao Guo and Dr. Edmund C. M. Tse.
The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., a cover letter with research experience, and their publication record. They should also send 2 reference letters to Prof. Zheng Xiao Guo and Dr. Edmund C. M. Tse by e-mail: (zxguo@hku.hk and ecmtse@hku.hk). Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until 31 Dec 2023, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
Advertised: Feb 28, 2023 (HK Time)
Applications close: Dec 31, 2023 (HK Time)
9. Post-doctoral Fellow
Ref.: 519081
Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Chemistry (25200)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow
Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Chemistry (Ref.: 519081), to commence as soon as possible for one year, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, Physics, or Computational Materials Science, as well as a strong background and experience in molecular synthesis, nanomaterial characterizations, performance assessment, and pathway analysis. They should have proficiency in written and spoken English, a strong sense of responsibility, good organizational skills, and the ability to work independently. Knowledge of (a) Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS), (b) Polarization Modulation-Infrared Reflection-Adsorption Spectroscopy (PM-IRRAS), (c) Attenuated Total Reflection Fourier Transform IR (ATR-FTIR) spectroscopy, and (d) microfabrication is a plus, but not required.
The appointee will work on a Theme-based Research Scheme (TRS) consortium project that aims at increasing the activity and selectivity of energy catalysis and resourcification processes, including but not limited to those involving H2, O2, H2O, CO2, and N2. They are expected to gain new insights into how small molecules are activated under benign conditions and understand the mechanistic details of the conversion processes using a range of experimental, spectroscopic, and computational methods. They will also need to prepare a variety of novel low-dimensional non-precious metal catalysts as well as characterize them using NMR, IR, Raman, ESI-MS, ICP-MS, SEM, TEM, EDS, XPS, and BET. The appointee will work in an interdisciplinary environment co-supervised by Prof. Zheng Xiao Guo and Dr. Edmund C. M. Tse.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., a cover letter with research experience and publication records. They should also send two reference letters to Professor Z.X. Guo (zxguo@hku.hk) and Dr. Edmund C. M. Tse (ecmtse@hku.hk) by e-mail. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until December 31, 2023, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
Advertised:Jan 27, 2023 (HK Time)
Applications close:Dec 31, 2023 (HK Time)
10. One/Two Post-doctoral Fellows in the Department of Physics
Ref.: 519563
Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Physics (25600)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow
One/Two Post-doctoral Fellows in the Department of Physics (Ref.: 519563)
We now invite applications for the captioned posts available in Prof. Z. D. Wang’s group
Duties and Responsibilities
work on the research projects related to quantum physics including topological physics and quantum simulations under supervision of Prof. Z. D. Wang
coordinate analytical and/or numerical calculations
assist in the preparation of research reports and manuscripts
perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
a Ph.D. degree in physics or a related discipline
good command of written and spoken English
good interpersonal, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
the ability to work on a tight schedule to meet project deadlines
the ability to work independently and in a team
self-motivated and responsible
What We Offer
The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary basis for 1-2 year(s), with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. 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(s). Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V. They should also arrange 2 referees to send reference letters to Professor Z. D. Wang by e-mail (zwang@hku.hk) directly. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until August 31, 2023, or until the post(s) is/are filled, whichever is earlier.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and
is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency
Advertised:Mar 5, 2023 (HK Time)
Applications close:Aug 31, 2023 (HK Time)
11. Three Post-doctoral Fellows in the Department of Physics
Ref.: 519473
Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Physics (25600)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow
Three Post-doctoral Fellows in the Physics Department/Faculty of Science (Ref.: 519473)
We now invite applications for the captioned posts.
Duties and Responsibilities
work on the projects of photonics, topological physics, and nanophysics
design/refine the research instruments
coordinate data collection and analysis
support the organization of dissemination events
assist in the preparation of reports and manuscripts
perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
a Ph.D. degree in Physics or a related discipline
Strong background in one or more of the following areas: 2D materials, topological physics (theory), nanofabrication, ultrafast optics
an excellent command of written and spoken English
good interpersonal, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
the ability to work on a tight schedule to meet project deadlines
the ability to work independently and in a team
self-motivated and responsible
What We Offer
The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary basis for 2 years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. 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(s). 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 15 August, 2023, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and
is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency
Advertised:Feb 20, 2023 (HK Time)
Applications close:Aug 15, 2023 (HK Time)
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