Post-doctoral Fellow in the Institute for Climate and Carbon Neutrality

Work type: Full-time
Department: HKU Institute for Climate and Carbon Neutrality (47100)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow, Research Staff

Post-doctoral Fellow in the Institute for Climate and Carbon Neutrality

The new HKU Institute for Climate and Carbon Neutrality (ICCN) is going to be an internationally leading platform for research, education and public engagement on climate science, impacts of climate change on ecosystems and people, and technologies and policies for climate change mitigation and adaptation. The Postdoctoral Fellow will play a critical role in ICCN’s inaugural research projects and have the unique opportunity of influencing the key stakeholders of climate policy.

Requirements

• a Ph.D. degree in natural science or engineering, geography, public health, or a relevant discipline
• a highly analytic and rigorously trained researcher
• a demonstrated record of publishing academic research papers
• an excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese (Putonghua and Cantonese)
• good interpersonal, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
• the ability to work on a tight schedule to meet project deadlines
• self-motivated and the ability to work independently as well as in a multidisciplinary team
• Familiarity with climate change issue and strong analytical abilities are appreciated

What We Offer

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a 1 -year temporary basis or 2-year fixed - term 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. The appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and the contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 15% of basic salary. Other benefits include annual leave and medical benefits.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application 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 April 30, 2023 , or until the post is/are filled, whichever is earlier.