Part-time Research Assistant I/II
University of Hong Kong
Hong KongPosted about 11 hours agoDiscoveredMatch locked
Fractional / Part-timeResearch Staff
Part-time Research Assistant I/II in the Department of Civil Engineering (Several Posts) (Ref.: 537708),
to commence as soon as possible, with the possibility of renewal.
We invite applications for the captioned posts. This post will provide an excellent opportunity to develop a research career involving advanced research in smart construction and transportation engineering. On-the-job training will also be provided.
Duties and Responsibilities
(1) Common Responsibilities
All appointees will be required to conduct literature review, collect and analyze user requirements in safe and efficient transportation, and contribute to system engineering design.
(2) Research Areas
In addition to the common responsibilities above, each appointee will be assigned to
one of the following four areas
, based on their research interests and expertise:
- IoT research and development, including sensor integration and communication improvement.
- Mechanism research and algorithm development for real-time monitoring and early warning to enhance the transportation safety of large construction components.
- Mechanism research and algorithm development for cargo stability monitoring in the transportation of large construction components.
- Mechanism research and algorithm development for just-in-time fleet coordination in the transportation of large construction components.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or above in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
- Ability to attend offline meetings during the employment period.
- Ability to multi-task and work on a tight schedule to meet project deadlines.
- Ability to work well independently and collaboratively as a team.
- Attentive to detail, with a strong sense of responsibility, and self-motivated.
What We Offer
The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary part-time basis with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered.
How to Apply
The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until
December 31, 2026
, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and
is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency
Not included in the source posting: about the role.
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