Research Assistant I/II

University of Hong Kong

Department
Department of Chemistry (25200)
Rank
Research Assistant/Associate
Position type
Full-time
Reference
536191
Application deadline
31 Dec 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Conduct research in luminescent and optoelectronic materials under Professor V.W.W. Yam's supervision.
  • Perform synthetic metal-organic chemistry and photophysical characterization work.
  • Characterize functional materials and light-emitting properties.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Hold a B.Sc. degree in Chemistry.
  • Possess strong background and experience in synthetic metal-organic chemistry, photophysics, and luminescence.
  • Demonstrate expertise in chemical synthesis, photophysical measurements, and materials characterization.
  • Display good organizational skills, independence, responsibility, and self-motivation.

Appointment

  • Full-time contract — one year, with possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.

Key Dates

  • Application review commencement: As soon as possible.
  • Initial application deadline: June 18, 2026.
  • Extended application deadline: December 31, 2026.
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