"Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Civil Engineering (Ref.: 533698)"

Job Details

Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Civil Engineering(Ref.: 533698), to commence as soon as possible for one year, with the possibility of renewal.

We now invite applications for the captioned post.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced research in structural health monitoring, including hardware development.
• Perform numerical studies and model testing.
• Analyze and interpret data to provide recommendations for system design and optimization.
• Prepare manuscripts and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
• Assist in securing external funding through grant applications and proposals.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant research experience.
• Familiarity with sensors and structural design.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, MATLAB, or Python.
• A strong publication record is an advantage.

What We Offer

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary basis for 1 year, 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 April 30, 2026, 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: Jan 5, 2026 (HK Time)
Applications close: Apr 30, 2026 (HK Time)