Department of English and Communication
Postdoctoral Fellow
(Ref. 251016008)
[Appointment period: twelve months initially, with possibility of further appointment]
Duties
The appointee will assist the project leader in the research project - “Empowering language education in the AI era: Developing students’ self-regulated learning skills in English speaking”. He/She will be required to:
(a) conduct independent and collaborative research;
(b) prepare and publish high-quality research articles with staff members of the University;
(c) contribute to grant writing and funding applications; and
(d) perform any other duties as assigned by the project leader or his/her delegate(s).
Qualifications
Applicants should have:
(a) a PhD degree in Applied Linguistics, Education or a related discipline, or an equivalent qualification and must have no more than five years of post-qualification experience at the time of application;
(b) a great track record;
(c) ability to work independently and as part of a team;
(d) excellent communication skills; and
(e) strong organisational and time management skills.
Applicants are invited to contact Prof. Di Zou at telephone number 3400 3654 or via email at daisy.zou@polyu.edu.hk for further information.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.
Consideration of applications will commence on 10 November 2025 until the position is filled.
Posting date: 16 October 2025