Career Opportunities

Research Assistant Professor (RAP) position in the Department of Chemistry (Ref.: 523718) 

Professor Hongjie Dai (formerly Jackson-Wood Professor of Chemistry at Stanford University), Chair Professor in the Department of Chemistry, is inviting applications for RAP in his research lab. The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications:

Requirements

• a Ph.D. degree in the chemistry, materials science/nanoscience, bioengineering, biophysics/biochemistry, or medicine
• at least 2 years’ postdoctoral experience
• strong publication record
• experience on writing grant proposals for the research programs which highly interdisciplinary and collaborative with other groups in the School of Science, Engineering and Medicine at the University as well as leading groups in the Greater Bay Area
• experience on working with students and collaborators
• fluent in English, Mandarin and preferably Cantonese.
• excellent administrative work skills

What We Offer

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary basis or fixed-term basis. 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. Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date CV with contact information of at least 3 referees, a research statement, a teaching statement, as well as a full record of publications, grants and awards. They should also send the CV, research experience/accomplishments and name of 3 references to Professor H. Dai by email (hjdai@hku.hk) directly. Review of applications will start as soon as possible on a continues basic until the post is filled. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interviews and to give a research seminar and teaching demonstration in the Department.

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