Research Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (14300)
Categories: Academic-related Staff

Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Ref.: 516862), to commence as soon as possible, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

The Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering offers B.Eng., M.Sc., M.Phil. and Ph.D. programmes. The University of Hong Kong has a highly ranked engineering school and active electrical and electronic engineering programmes. The Department consists of 45 full-time  faculty members and has excellent computing resources, well-equipped teaching and research facilities and support. Information about the Department can be obtained at http://www.eee.hku.hk/ .

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or a closely related field, with a strong commitment to research and teaching. A solid track record in research is essential, preferably in the following areas: next-generation wireless systems, baseband processing, communication IC design, memristor-based computing-in-memory circuit design and implementation, analogue resistive switching memory, edge learning/inference, distributed/federated learning, and integrated communication and computing. We are interested in outstanding candidates and will prioritize novelty, significance, and the candidate’s specific area of specialization. Those with strong publication records in edge intelligence system, wireless communications and in memory computing will be advantageous.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.  The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. 

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Applicants are highly encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible.  Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until November 4, 2022 , or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.