Postdoctoral fellow in Mechanical Engineering (Ref: 536560)

We now invite applications for the captioned post.

Duties and Responsibilities

Driving research activities towards defined goals in specified timeline
Processing in experimental data analysis and management
Drafting proposals, reports and presentations relevant to the projects
Liaising with project collaborators and partners
Performing various laboratory administrative duties
Supporting various teaching & mentoring activities
Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

A PhD degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or related disciplines
Preferably with research experience in liquid manipulation, smart materials, microfluidics

With strong passion in conducting fundamental and applied research toward impactful applications

Fluent in English in both writing and verbal communications for research and teaching; clear and concise writing skills

Good time management with a strong sense of responsibility and research ethics

Mature, self-motivated, confident and able to work under pressure

What We Offer

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a 3-year 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. The appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 15% of basic salary. 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 Aug 31, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

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Postdoctoral fellow in Mechanical Engineering

University of Hong Kong

University of Hong Kong, Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong