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We have open position now, please contact the PI Prof. Laibao Liu follow the instruction below if you are interested. In addition, there are a variety of scholarships or fellowships available, see details below.

Ph.D. 

Requirements

  • Already or soon hold a Master’s degree in Mathematics, Data Science, Earth, Environment and Energy Science (including Climate, Geography, Ecology, GIS, Remote Sensing, etc.), or a closely related discipline. Excellent undergraduates can also be considered exclusively.
  • Display a strong motivation to learn and demonstrate a high level of commitment. Be naturally curious and eager to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team.
  • Some prior experience in research on topics related to the position is preferred
  • Programming skills are required (e.g., Python)
  • An applicant from a university or comparable institution outside Hong Kong of which the language of teaching and/or examination is not English is required to obtain English language proficiency test, for instance IELTS (overall score 6.5 or above; all sub-score not lower than 6), TOEFL (overall score 85 or above)

What we provide

HKU is a family-friendly employer with excellent working conditions, cultural diversity and attractive benefits. Our research team offers a stimulating and collaborative environment, with a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth and interaction with international experts in the field.

For outstanding Bachelor and Master students, we are happy to make nomination for the application of various PhD fellowships available, which provides even better supports. Please also check out the following website for details.

Interested? So are we.

In addition, please also send the following application documents in a single merged PDF document to the email (), titled with your name as well as the application date (for example 20240301_SmithJT_application_PhD) in the following order:

  • Cover letter with a description of your motivation and some research experience or achievements (< 2 Pages）
  • Detailed CV
  • Bachelor (and Master level, if available) academic transcripts (a list of courses completed or ongoing, including grades)
  • Names and email information of 2 references (could be written in the CV)

Postdoc

Position Responsibilities

We seek highly motivated postdoctoral researchers to perform research around ”Climate Change and Carbon Neutrality”. The specific research project could be very liberal upon the discussion with the PI. Involvement in existing projects and collaboration with PhD students are expected.

Requirements

  • Already or soon hold a PhD in Earth, Environment, Energy Science (including Climate, Geography, Ecology, GIS, Remote Sensing, etc.), Mathematics, Data Science, or a closely related discipline
  • Display a strong motivation to learn and demonstrate a high level of commitment. Be naturally curious and eager to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team
  • Strong prior experience in research on topics related to the position as well as a strong publication record
  • Strong programming skills are required (e.g., Python)
  • Experience with modelling is strongly preferred, e.g., Land surface model, Earth system model, Energy system model or Integrated assessment model.
  • A fluent command of English

What we provide

HKU is a family-friendly employer with excellent working conditions, cultural diversity and attractive benefits. Our research team offers a stimulating and collaborative environment, with a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth and interaction with international experts in the field. The salary for Postdoc fits the HKU’s standard.

For outstanding Ph.D., we are happy to make nomination for the application of various Post-doctoral Fellowships available, which provides even better supports. Please also check out the following website for details.

Interested? So are we.

Please send the following application documents in a single merged PDF document to the email () until the position filled, titled with your name as well as the application date (for example 20240301_SmithJT_application_Postdoc) in the following order:

  • Cover letter with a description of your motivation, research achievements and research plan (< 1500 words)
  • Detailed CV
  • 3 representative publications (PDF format)
  • Names and email information of 2 references (could be written in the CV)