Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Smart Manufacturing

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou) - Smart Manufacturing (SMMG) Thrust 

About University

Formally established in June 2022, the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou)(HKUST(GZ)) is a cooperatively-run higher education institution between the Chinese mainland and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. HKUST(GZ) has obtained approval from the Ministry of Education (MoE) and become the first legally-independent educational institution co-established by the Mainland and Hong Kong since the announcement and implementation of the “Outline Development Plan for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area” and the “Overall Plan for Deepening Globally Oriented Comprehensive Co-operation amongst Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao in Nansha of Guangzhou”. HKUST(GZ) is located at No.1 Duxue Road, Qingsheng Hub Cluster, Nansha District, Guangzhou. The campus covers an area of about 1,669 mu (111.3 hectares) and is divided into two construction phases. The first phase covers an area of about 716 mu (47.7 hectares) with a floorage of about 636,000 square meters (63.6 hectares), which has been officially put into use in September 2022.

The intended areas of focus in the GZ Campus will be thematic and cross-disciplinary in nature, synergistic with HKUST without overlapping academic degrees or structures. HKUST(GZ) comprises four Hubs, namely Function Hub, Information Hub, Systems Hub, Society Hub and offers 15 postgraduate degrees. At steady state, the number of undergraduate and postgraduate students will reach a total of 10,000.

For more information on HKUST(GZ), you may visit the university website(hkust-gz.edu.cn).

About Smart Manufacturing Thrust (SMMG)

Smart Manufacturing Thrust encompasses highly adaptive and agile computer-integrated manufacturing technologies. By leveraging digital analysis and intelligent technologies, it promotes the development of more flexible manufacturing techniques.

Thrust aims to research new theories and technologies in areas such as micro-nano manufacturing, multi-scale dynamic modeling and simulation, additive manufacturing and hybrid manufacturing, precision multi-axis and robotic processing, intelligent sensing, and industrial big data analysis. It seeks to develop new systems and equipment for microelectronics, open manufacturing, and intelligent manufacturing, thereby enhancing the quality and efficiency of the manufacturing industry and advancing towards greener and more flexible solutions.

The Smart Manufacturing Thrust (https://www.hkust-gz.edu.cn/academics/hubs-and-thrust-areas/systems-hub/smart-manufacturing/) now invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured faculty position at any rank (Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor). We welcome applicants with research focus in the following areas, including but not limited to:

• Industry 4.0 
• Smart Sensors, Automated Optical Inspection, Location Detection Technologies 
• Multi-axis Precision Machining 
• Additive Manufacturing
• Hybrid Manufacturing 
• Industrial Data Analytics
• Human-Robot Collaboration Manufacturing
• Integration of Embedded Systems 
• Advanced Human-Machine Interfaces 
• Micro- and Nanoscale Manufacturing
• Bio-fabrication 

Requirement

Position Title: Assistant Professor

Requirements:

Education: Ph.D. degree in relevant fields.

Teaching Experience: Evidence of teaching experience at the university level, including graduate teaching assistantships or guest lectures.

Research Potential: Demonstrated research potential through publications in peer-reviewed journals, conference presentations, or ongoing research projects.

Service: Commitment to participating in departmental and university service activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Postdoctoral research experience in relevant fields.
• Publications in reputable journals.
• Demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and interdisciplinary approach in teaching and research.
• Ability to develop and secure funding for research projects.

Position Title: Associate Professor

Requirements:

Education: Ph.D. degree in relevant fields.

Teaching Experience: Proven record of effective teaching at the university level, including course development and student mentorship.

Research: Established record of research with publications in reputable journals and successful grant applications.

Service: Demonstrated service to the institution, discipline, and community.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Leadership experience in research or departmental activities.
• Mentoring experience for graduate students or junior faculty.
• Contributions to curriculum development or academic program enhancement.
• Recognition in the field through awards or invited talks.

Position Title: Professor

Requirements:

Education: Ph.D. degree in relevant fields.

Teaching Experience: Extensive experience with a strong record of excellence in teaching, including innovative teaching methods and curriculum development.

Research: Distinguished record of scholarly work with a significant number of publications in high-impact journals, successful grant funding, and recognition within the field.

Service: Leadership roles in departmental or university service, as well as contributions to professional organizations or the community.

Preferred Qualifications:

• National or international reputation in the field.
• Commitment to mentoring faculty and contributing to the academic community.
• Experience in promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and interdisciplinary approach within the academic environment. 

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is highly competitive of international standard and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Generous research funds, ample laboratory space and excellent research equipment and support will be provided. All posts are tenure-track appointments in Chinese Mainland and to be offered by the HKUST(GZ) in accordance with the local employment laws and regulations. Appointment to Professor rank and some Associate Professor rank will be made on substantive basis with tenure while initial appointment to other tenure-track faculty ranks will be made on a 6-year contract basis with a mid-term review. 

How to apply

Please submit the application via the HKUST(GZ) Recruitment System. You should first sign up to create your personal account. For more information on HKUST(GZ), you may visit the recruitment website (https://www.hkust-gz.edu.cn/faculty-recruitment/).

Review of applications will continue until all positions are filled. We thank applicants for their interest. Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application. 

For questions regarding the recruitment system or general inquiry, please reach us at facultyhire@hkust-gz.edu.cn. For Thrust specific questions, please address to Thrust’s individual email at smmg@hkust-gz.edu.cn with subject title of “SMMG faculty application”.

(Information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes. All application materials including publication samples and scholarly/creative works will be disposed of after the completion of the recruitment exercise.)