Assistant Professor(s)

Department/ Unit: Department of Physics

Closing date: Until the post(s) is/ are filled

The Department invites applications for tenure-track Assistant Professor positions (either theoretical or experimental). The Department anticipates filling two positions in the following fields which are immediately available until filled:

- Quantum information science (including quantum AI)

- Quantum computing and related quantum technologies

- Materials for quantum technology

While the appointment(s) is/ are expected at the Assistant Professor level, more senior appointment(s) will be considered for candidates with exceptional qualifications.

Applicants should (i) have a relevant PhD degree with postdoctoral research experience; (ii) demonstrate a track record of research accomplishments and potential for establishing a significant externally funded research program; and (iii) have a strong interest in teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Appointment(s) will normally be made on contract basis for up to three years initially, which, subject to mutual agreement, may lead to longer-term appointment(s) or substantiation.

Application Procedure

Applicants should submit an online application and attach a full resume, research plan, teaching statement, copies of academic credentials, a publication list and/ or abstracts of selected published papers (if any), together with names, addresses and fax numbers/ e-mail addresses of three referees to whom the applicants' consent has been given for their providing references (unless otherwise specified).

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit