260001HL

Human Resources Office, The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Reference: 260001HL

Department/Unit: Department of Electronic Engineering
Closing Date: Until the post is filled

The Department of Electronic Engineering (EE) at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is seeking outstanding candidates for Research Assistant Professorship (RAP). 

RESEARCH AREA OF INTEREST

The research focuses on advancing neuromorphic/physical computing, optical signal processing, integrated photonics. The research encourages interdisciplinary approaches that integrate photonics with artificial intelligence, and machine learning, communication systems and networks with the goal of developing new computing and signal-processing paradigms for next-generation intelligent systems.

Applicants should have:
 

(i)  a PhD in Electronic Engineering, Optoelectronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline; 

(ii)  a strong track record of research and publications in reputable journals and conferences; 

(iii) excellent communication and interpersonal skills; 

(iv) potential to become an independent researcher in obtaining future/sustained extramural funding and establishing significant externally-funded research programmes;

The appointee will work closely with Prof. Chaoran Huang in the Department to enhance the existing strengths. The appointee is expected to:

(a) be able to have top-tier research outputs and apply for RGC GRF grants and similar external competitive grants;
(b) undertake some teaching duties at undergraduate and postgraduate levels; and
(c) provide service at departmental, faculty and/or university levels.
 

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please upload a full resume, copies of academic credentials, a publication list with soft copies of the five most representative publications, details of courses taught and evaluation results (if available), a research plan, a teaching statement, and the names and contact information of three to five referees.

Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for up to three years, renewable subject to performance, funding availability and mutual agreement. Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and only shortlisted applicants will be notified.  Applications will be accepted until the post is filled. 

Further information about the Department is available at http://www.ee.cuhk.edu.hk/.