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Postdoctoral Fellow in Civil Engineering: Smart Construction and Transportation Engineering The University of Hong Kong in Hong Kong
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Additional benefits include annual leave, medical benefits, and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.
Deadline
Dec 31, 2026
Country
Hong Kong
University
The University of Hong Kong
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About this position
The University of Hong Kong is inviting applications for several Postdoctoral Fellow positions in the Department of Civil Engineering. This opportunity is centered on smart construction and transportation engineering, with a strong emphasis on research that improves the safety and efficiency of transporting large construction components.
Successful candidates will contribute to literature review, user requirements analysis, and system engineering design, while also pursuing one of four research directions: IoT research and development (sensor integration and communication improvement); real-time monitoring and early warning algorithms for transportation safety; cargo stability monitoring for large construction component transport; or just-in-time fleet coordination for transport logistics.
The post is suitable for candidates with a PhD in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Applicants should have strong publication and project experience relevant to the advertised research areas, be able to conduct field tests, work independently, and collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
The position starts as soon as possible, initially for 1 year, with the possibility of renewal depending on satisfactory performance and funding availability. The university offers a competitive salary, annual leave, medical benefits, and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries, along with support for publications, conferences, and career development.
Applications must be submitted online via the University of Hong Kong Careers site with an up-to-date CV. Review begins immediately and continues until 31 December 2026 or until the post is filled.
Funding details
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Additional benefits include annual leave, medical benefits, and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.
What's required
Applicants must hold a PhD degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Candidates should have strong publication and project experience in one or more of the specified research areas, be able to conduct field tests, undertake independent research, collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams, and be attentive to detail, responsible, and self-motivated.
How to apply
Apply online through the University of Hong Kong Careers site and upload an up-to-date CV. Applications are reviewed as soon as possible and will remain open until the closing date or until filled.
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