Department of Computing
Research Assistant Professor (four posts)
(Ref. 260227003)
The Department of Computing (COMP) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, founded in 1974, pioneers the development of computing education in the territory. With over 45 years of success, COMP plays a strong role in undertaking world-class research including but not limited to the areas of Big Data Analytics and AI, and nurturing talents to support the advancement of society. Moving forward, COMP is determined to assert its position as the leader in education in computing and interdisciplinary research through various practical application-oriented projects, generating worldwide benefits to mankind. COMP envisions that it will become the influential icon in smart computing internationally. COMP has been widely recognised by the global community with its high positions in different world university rankings over the years. It has been consistently placed among the top 100, even among the top 50 in some of the years, by all renowned global rankings, including QS World University Subject Rankings, Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University and Best Global Universities Rankings by the U.S. News & World Report. Please visit the website at https://www.comp.polyu.edu.hk/ for more information about COMP.
The Department is now inviting applications from outstanding candidates with expertise and experience in (1) Generative Modeling, (2) Multimodal Learning, (3) Generative AI and Computer Music, and (4) Efficient AI.
Duties
The appointees will be required to:
(a) conduct research as the main duty and actively pursue external research grants, such as General Research Fund, as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator;
(b) provide quality teaching at undergraduate or postgraduate level as assigned by the Unit;
(c) supervise research students;
(d) undertake academic and departmental administrative duties; and
(e) perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Unit or his/her delegates.
Qualifications
Applicants should have:
(a) have a PhD degree in a related discipline;
(b) preferably have at least two years of postdoctoral research experience;
(c) have demonstrated promise of a high level of creative ability in research and teaching in some subdivisions of his/her field;
(d) be able to demonstrate effective classroom teaching skills; and
(e) be highly proficient in written and spoken English.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive package including a medical benefits plan and a gratuity payable upon completion of the term which is normally for two to three years initially, with possibility of extension.
Consideration of applications will commence on 6 March 2026 until the positions are filled.
Posting date: 27 February 2026