Postdoctoral fellow in Mechanical Engineering

University of Hong Kong

Department
Department of Mechanical Engineering (14500)
Rank
Postdoctoral
Position type
Full-time
Reference
536500
Application deadline
31 Aug 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Drive research activities towards defined goals within specified timelines.
  • Draft proposals, reports and presentations relevant to assigned projects.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Hold a PhD degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or related disciplines.
  • Preferably have research experience in liquid manipulation, smart materials, or microfluidics.
  • Demonstrate strong passion for conducting fundamental and applied research with impactful applications.
  • Be fluent in English for both written and verbal research and teaching communication.
  • Possess good time management, responsibility, and strong research ethics.
  • Be self-motivated, mature, confident and capable of working under pressure.

Appointment

  • Full-time, fixed-term contract for 3 years with possibility of renewal subject to performance and funding availability.

Key Dates

  • Start Date: As soon as possible.
  • Application Review Deadline: August 31, 2026 (or when post is filled, whichever is earlier).
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