The Department of Materials and Energy
The Department of Materials and Energy (MSE) is dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary frontier research and education in advanced materials, energy and sustainability technologies, and future manufacturing. Established in August 2026, MSE brings together world-leading researchers and talented students to develop transformative solutions for global challenges in energy, resources, and emerging technologies. More information about the Department can be found at https://mse.hku.hk/.
The Position
Applications are invited for appointments as Tenure-Track Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the Department of Materials and Energy.
Duties and Responsibilities
Appointees will be expected to conduct frontier research in the fields of advanced materials and energy and sustainability technologies, deliver high-quality teaching to undergraduate and postgraduate students, engage in knowledge transfer and industrial collaboration activities, and provide administrative support to the University, Faculty and Department.
Appointees at the Associate Professor level will, in addition, be expected to provide academic leadership in collaborative and interdisciplinary research and knowledge exchange initiatives, mentor and support emerging scholars and researchers, and take on more substantive service and administrative responsibilities.
Essential Requirements
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in a relevant discipline, with an exceptional research background in AI for Materials, Advanced Manufacturing, Semiconductor and Electronic Materials, and Energy Materials. They should also possess teaching and research experience in any relevant areas with a proven track record and strong potential for research, scholarly publications and competitive external funding.
What We Offer
The appointment will initially be made on a three-year fixed-term basis, to commence in March 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of the second three-year fixed-term contract. Exceptionally outstanding candidates at Associate Professor level may be considered for appointment on tenure terms subject to approval.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, together with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totaling up to 15% of basic salary. Other benefits include annual leave and professional leave, medical benefits, and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable.
How to Apply
The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload the following documents: (i) a cover letter, (ii) an up-to-date C.V. (including a full list of publications), (iii) a teaching statement (maximum 2 pages), (iv) a research statement (maximum 5 pages) outlining current and future research plans, and (v) the contact information of at least three referees. Review of applications will start on December 1, 2026 and continue until the posts are filled.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency
Advertised: Nov 4, 2026 (HK Time)
Applications close: Dec 1, 2026 (HK Time)
