Research Associate / Research Assistant

HK University of Science & Technology

Duties & Responsibilities

Examine demand features, market structure and regulatory frameworks for the AAM market.
Quantify customer characteristics and develop utility models for government and operators.
Design and conduct extensive surveys targeting 1,000 respondents in Hong Kong and 2,000 in Mainland Chinese cities.
Develop models for low-altitude infrastructure planning, including vertiport locations and air routing.
Create a 3D simulation framework using machine learning and optimization algorithms to enhance operational efficiency.
Contribute to report writing, project management and publish findings in top-tier conferences and journals.

PhD degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Transportation Engineering, or Urban Planning.
Strong publication record in top-tier conferences and journals.
Experience in behavioural/economic models, urban mobility and optimization.
Proficiency in Python and SQL with knowledge of C++ and Java advantageous.
Excellent communication, collaboration, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Familiarity with digital twin model development and industry R&D experience preferred.