Research Engineer/Asso Research Engineer/Asst Research Engineer (Job ID: 10325)

Professor Bertram Emil SHI is leading a research project titled “Frontier and Human-centric AI and Robotics Technology for Geriatric Care” (please right click and open in new tab/window to access) funded by the Research Grants Council of the University Grants Committee.  The project aims to improve older individuals’ mental and physical care by developing human-centric frontier artificial intelligence and robotics technology, which will empower both the elderly themselves and their carers to manage health and address frailty. The project team consists of faculties from HKUST, CUHK and HKU and five research thrusts listed below: (1) Human-centric benchmarking, (2) Trustworthy generative AI; (3) Robotics and embodied AI; (4) Sustainability; and (5) Human robot interaction.

We are now hiring several research-related positions for the project engineering team, which will mainly focus on integrating component technologies developed by research thrusts into the robotic prototypes to be tested with stakeholders (e.g. the elderly, care workers and family members).  The project engineering team is expected to communicate not only with the research thrust teams, but also stakeholders, in defining the specifications for these prototypes as well as their realization.  The team will also assist in the preparation of project deliverables, including reports, academic journal and conference papers, as well as the organization of conferences, summits, seminars and workshops.

Requirements for Research Engineer:
Applicants should have a PhD degree in Electronic and Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or a related field, with at least 5-7 years of relevant solid experience in areas such as machine learning, artificial intelligence and robotics, and research project management. The ideal candidate should be able to manage complex technical projects independently; be able to lead technical teams; have good communication and presentation skills, and a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese (including Cantonese and Putonghua).

Requirements for Associate Research Engineer:
Applicants should have a master’s degree in Electronic and Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or a related field, with over 3 years of relevant experience in the R&D field and research project. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in carrying out research projects; strong expertise in artificial intelligence, robotics technology and engineering; and a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese (including Cantonese and Putonghua).

Requirements for Assistant Research Engineer:
Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in Electronic and Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or a related field, with at least 1 year of relevant experience in the R&D field and research project. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in carrying out research projects; strong expertise in artificial intelligence, robotics technology and engineering; and a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese (including Cantonese and Putonghua). (Duration: 2 years)

Fringe benefits such as medical benefits and paid leave will be provided where applicable. A gratuity will also be payable upon successful completion of contract.

Application Procedure
In support of a green work environment, we accept applications submitted online only. To apply, please complete an online application form through the HKUST Careers website (https://hkustcareers.ust.hk) and return it online to the Human Resources Office on or before Friday, 15 November 2024.  Applicants will receive an acknowledgement by email upon successful submission.  We thank applicants for their interest, but advise that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application.

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