Chair Professor/Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering [Ref. R/195/26]

City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) is one of the world’s leading universities, known for innovation, creativity and research. We are now seeking exceptional scholars to join us as Assistant Professors/Associate Professors/Professors/Chair Professors (on substantiation-track) in all academic fields with special focuses on One Health, Digital Society, Smart City, Matter, Brain, and related interdisciplinary areas. Research fields of particular interest include, but not limited to:

• biomedical science and engineering
• veterinary science
• computer science and data science
• neuroscience and neural engineering
• bio-statistics and AI-healthcare
• smart/semi-conductor manufacturing
• AI/robotics/autonomous systems
• aerospace and microelectronics engineering
• energy generation and storage
• digital business and innovation management
• fintech and business analytics
• computational social sciences
• digital humanities
• digital and new media
• law and technology
• private law
• healthy, smart and sustainable cities
  
  

Successful candidates should have a demonstrated ability to build a world‑class research programme related to CityUHK’s strategic research areas, plus a commitment to education and student mentorship. Candidates must possess a doctorate in their respective field by the time of appointment.

Applications and nominations are invited for :

Chair Professor/Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering [Ref. R/195/26]

The Department seeks to strengthen and expand its expertise in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Risk/Nuclear Engineering, as well as interdisciplinary areas closely aligned with these fields.

Duties

1. Teach and develop undergraduate and postgraduate courses;
2. Supervise and mentor research students;
3. Conduct high‑impact research and contribute to scholarly activities; and
4. Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned by the Head of Department.
   
   

Requirements

A PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Risk/Nuclear Engineering, or a closely‑related discipline. Preferences will be given to candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Artificial Intelligence for Science
• Mechanics, Materials, and Manufacturing
• Thermofluids and Energy Systems
• Control, Sensing, and Robotics
  
  

Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching across diverse student populations at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Outstanding applicants from other relevant areas will also be considered. Successful candidates are expected to have a solid foundation in their discipline, along with a proven record—or clear potential—for distinguished achievement in both teaching and research.

Salary and Conditions of Service

Remuneration package will be driven by market competitiveness and individual performance. Excellent fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes, and relocation assistance (where applicable). Initial appointment will be made on a fixed‑term contract.

Information and Application

Further information on the posts and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Department of Mechanical Engineering, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong (email: [email protected]).

To apply, please submit an online application at http://jobs.cityu.edu.hk, and include a current curriculum vitae.  Nominations can be sent directly to the Department (email: [email protected]).  Review of applications will start from 17 July 2026, and will continue until the posts are filled. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted; and those shortlisted for the post of Assistant Professor will be requested to arrange for at least 2 reference reports sent directly by the referees to the Department, specifying the position applied for. The University's privacy policy is available on the homepage.

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