The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Job Title: Faculty Position in Robotics/Control Theory, Advanced Manufacturing, and Materials Science
Department: Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Job ID: 9095
Job Posting Details
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is a world-renowned, international research university in Hong Kong. The University has been ranked among the top universities in Asia by QS Asian University Rankings. Its School of Engineering is dedicated to maintaining a world-leading expertise in mechanical and aerospace engineering and has recently invested in advanced computational and experimental resources. There are 30+ faculty members, about 450 undergraduate students and 450 postgraduate students in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE). The University is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and has a range of family-friendly policies in place.
The Department of MAE invites applications for multiple tenure-track/tenured faculty positions in the fields of Robotics/Control Theory, Advanced Manufacturing, and Materials Science. Applications are welcome at all ranks.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering or related areas, and are expected to have recognized pertinent academic, research and/or industrial experience. Successful candidates would be expected to establish externally-funded research programs and have a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring.
Appointment at all ranks (Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor) will be considered. Salary is highly competitive and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits including medical and dental benefits, annual leave and housing benefits will be provided where applicable. Appointment as Professor will be on substantive basis while appointment as Assistant/Associate Professor will normally be on a three-year contract. A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract.
Application Procedure
Application including a curriculum vitae, a full publication list, a statement of contribution to 3 - 5 leading published works, a statement of teaching and research, and the names and addresses of three referees should be sent by email to maerecruit@ust.hk. Review of applications will begin as soon as possible, and continue until the positions are filled.
For information about the Department, please visit https://www.mae.ust.hk.
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HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.
