Chair Professor/Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor
- Employer
- City University of Hong Kong (CITYU): Department of Physics
- Location
- China
- Salary
- Unspecified
- Posting live until
- 2 Sep 2021
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Job Details
Global scholar recruitment campaign
City University of Hong Kong (CityU) is one of the world’s leading universities, known for innovation, creativity and research. We are now seeking exceptional scholars to join us as Assistant Professors/Associate Professors/Professors/Chair Professors (on substantiation-track) in all academic fields with special focuses on One Health, Digital Society, Smart City, Matter, Brain, and related interdisciplinary areas. Research fields of particular interest include, but not limited to:
- Biomedical science and engineering.
- Computer science and data science.
- Neuroscience and neural engineering.
- Bio-statistics and AI-healthcare.
- Smart/semi-conductor manufacturing.
- AI/robotics/autonomous systems.
- Aerospace and microelectronics engineering.
- Energy generation and storage.
- Digital business and innovation management.
- Fintech and business analytics.
- Computational social sciences.
- Digital humanities.
- Digital and new media.
- Law and technology.
- Private law.
- Healthy, smart and sustainable cities.
Successful candidates should have a demonstrated ability to build a world-class research programme related to CityU’s strategic research areas, plus a commitment to education and student mentorship. Candidates must possess a doctorate in their respective field by the time of appointment.
Applications and nominations are invited for: Chair Professor/Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics [Ref. A/460/09].
The department is currently in a new phase of expansion. Presently, the department’s research activities are broadly organized into five theme areas: Theoretical and Computational Physics; Spectroscopy and Imaging; Low-dimensional Systems; Soft Matter and Biophysics; Atomic, Molecular, and Optical (AMO) Physics. For more information about the department, please visit https://www.cityu.edu.hk/phy/. Candidates are sought with expertise in the following areas. However, exceptional candidates outside the priority areas are also encouraged to apply.
Experimental physics
- Quantum materials’ synthesis, particularly with expertise in single crystal growth
- Ultrafast spectroscopy
- Advanced microscopy for soft matter and biophysics applications
Theoretical and computational physics
- Statistical mechanics/complex systems/non-linear physics.
- High-energy physics/Astrophysics/Cosmology.
- Machine learning/first-principles calculations/large-scale simulations.
- Modelling of social and public health problems (e.g., covid-19).
To apply, please submit an online application at https://www.cityu.edu.hk/provost/global-recruiting/.
City University of Hong Kong is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to the principle of diversity. Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes.
Worldwide recognition ranking #48, and #4 among top 50 universities under age 50 (QS survey 2021); #1 in the World’s Most International Universities (THE survey 2020); #1 in Engineering/Technology/Computer Sciences in Hong Kong (ARWU survey 2016); and #1 Business School in Asia-Pacific region (UT Dallas survey 2019).
Company
CityU is a young, fast-growing, research university. The Department of Physics was founded in 2017, building on the outstanding tradition of the former Department of Physics and Materials Science. The last Research Assessment Exercise conducted by the Research Grants Council of Hong Kong, ranked CityU’s physics second in Hong Kong.
Why work for us
The department is undergoing major expansion. Our existing faculties conduct world-class research, and our teaching curriculum is internationally benchmarked. Hong Kong, Asia’s gateway to the world, provides excellent graduate student support, attracting top students from China, south-east Asia, and elsewhere in the world. As a truly international city, Hong Kong offers a unique lifestyle where East meets West, tradition meets contemporary, and mountains meet the ocean. Our compensation package is internationally competitive and commensurate with experience.
Training and development
Incoming faculty will have a major role to play in shaping the future of the department. Generous support is provided to successful candidates, allowing them to quickly set up research groups. International collaboration is strongly encouraged, with funding support available at all levels: national, university, college and department. The Greater Bay Area initiative, which aims to transform the Pearl River region encompassing Hong Kong, Macau, and nearby cities in Guangdong, to an international center of innovation, offers unparallel opportunities for new researchers to excel.
What we are looking for
We are looking for candidates with a strong research record and promising teaching ability, with the goal to establish a world-class research program. Applicants of all experience levels are welcome. Exceptional young talents eligible for competing for the Presidential Assistant Professors Scheme are particularly encouraged to apply. An initial appointment will normally be made on a fixed-term contract; the appointee can apply for substantiation or tenure during the second contract. Outstanding candidates can be appointed at higher ranks with tenure. Applicants in underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
- For more information on what we do, see our latest article "CityU physics: where regional connections underpin global research ambitions" on Physics World.
Location
Hong Kong
Number of employees
100
Research areas for recruitment
Theoretical and computational physics:
– high-energy physics/astrophysics/cosmology
– statistical mechanics/complex systems/non-linear physics
– machine learning/first-principles calculations/large-scale simulations
Experimental physics:
– quantum materials’ synthesis, particularly with expertise in single crystal growth
Desired degree disciplines/class
A PhD in physics or a related field
How to apply
For further details, visit www.cityu.edu.hk/hro/en/job/current/academic.asp?ref=uac-a460
Closing date
All year round
Contact
Tel +852 3442-9140
E-mail phy.head@cityu.edu.hk
cityu.edu.hk/phy
- Website
- https://www.cityu.edu.hk/phy
- Telephone
- +852 3442-9140
- Location
-
Tat Chee Avenue
Kowloon
999077
Hong Kong
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