The Multiscale Mechanical and Thermal Engineering Lab at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research (Research Assistant) Position in the field of atomistic modelling and experimentally measuring the mechanical and thermal properties of self-assemble polymer-nanoparticle controllable nanocomposites.

Applicants should hold a PhD in Material Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering and have strong background in the application of advanced multi-scale computational software and/or materials synthesis, particularly molecular dynamics (MD)/finite element method (FEM) simulations of polymer-based composites. Know-How in MD/FEM-methods and respective applications are welcome.

The successful candidate will be employed and work in the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. We offer competitive salary on international basis. We expect strong commitment, excellent communication skills and ability to work with highly qualified professionals within an international United States and Asian network.

Postdoctoral Scholar at HKUST within this project will be appointed for 1 year with possible extension based on the performance.

Applications, including Motivation Letter, Resume including Academic Record, Major Achievements, list of publications and 2 Reference Names, have to be sent in the above order within a single pdf package to Prof. Yanguang Zhou – [email protected]

Dr. Ing. Yanguang Zhou

Assistant Professor
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Clear Water Bay, Hong Kong
Tel: +85-2358-7204
E-Mail: [email protected]