Applications are invited for appointment as a Post-doctoral Fellow in the Division of Restorative Dental Science of the Faculty of Dentistry (Ref.:537760) for two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Dentistry, Cariology, Biomaterials, Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry or a related field. They should demonstrate outstanding experimental, writing, and communication skills. They must demonstrate a strong command of written and spoken English, high levels of self-motivation, innovation, and the ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team environment. Preference will be given to candidates with research experience in biomaterial development for caries management, or related translational research in cariology.
The appointee will be involved in research projects focused on developing, characterizing, and assessing biomaterials and approaches for caries arrest, remineralization, and caries risk prediction. Enquiries about the post should be sent to Professor Chu Chun Hung at chchu@hku.hk.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.
The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) 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 post is filled, whichever is earlier.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and
is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency
Advertised: Nov 2, 2026 (HK Time)
Applications close: Dec 31, 2026 (HK Time)
