Department of Building Environment and Energy Engineering
Research Associate / Research Assistant
(Ref. 240503013)
[Appointment period: twelve months]
Duties
The appointee will assist the project leader in the research project - “A new thermal preference and energy consumption model for the optimal bathroom environment”. He/She will also work for research projects in the disciplines of building energy consumption with a focus on thermal energy-efficient designs in residential buildings.
Qualifications
Applicants for the Research Associate post should have a doctoral degree or a master’s degree in Engineering or Science, or an equivalent qualification with three or more years of research / relevant work experience.
Applicants for the Research Assistant post should have an honours degree in Engineering or Science or an equivalent qualification.
Applicants should also have:
(a) experience in energy simulations, computational simulations and machine learning modelling;
(b) strong analytical and problem-solving skills, data analysis skills, and with the ability to conduct research independently; and
(c) a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese.
Applicants are invited to contact Ir Dr Wong Ling-tim at telephone number 2766 7783 or via email at ling-tim.wong@polyu.edu.hk for further information.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.
Consideration of applications will commence on 10 May 2024 until the position is filled.
Posting date: 3 May 2024