Career Opportunities

Research Assistant Professor / Postdoctoral fellow in Mechanical Engineering (Ref:537462 )

We now invite applications for the captioned post.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carrying out research works under supervision for projects ranging from fundamental fluid dynamics and interfacial phenomena to biomedical and other applications
• Driving research activities towards defined goals in specified timeline
• Translating research to users through commercialization activities
• Processing in data analysis and management
• Drafting proposals, reports and presentations relevant to the projects
• Liaising with project collaborators and partners
• Performing various laboratory administrative duties
• Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor(s)

Requirements

• A PhD degree in Chemical Engineering / Biomedical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Chemistry or related engineering fields
• Relevant hands-on experience in microfluidics and diagnostic tool design is highly preferred
• Fresh graduates with outstanding academic achievement and strong passion in applied research of biomedical instrumentation will also be considered as Research Assistant
• 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
• Self-motivated team player who can be assertive to achieve results, and able to work under pressure

What We Offer

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a 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. 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 December 30, 2026 the post is filled, whichever is earlier.