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Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in Computational and Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics in the Department of Physics (Ref.: 532531).

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Condensed Matter Physics. Experience in numerical techniques and analytical field-theoretical approaches is desirable. Applicants who are in the process of completing a Ph.D. degree will also be considered. The appointee will work with Prof. Zi Yang Meng to conduct research on computational and theoretical condensed matter physics. Areas of research include quantum Monte Carlo methods, density matrix renormalization group and tensor network states, and artificial intelligence and neural networks, with particular focus on applying these numerical approaches to quantum many-body systems, such as correlated 2D materials, frustrated magnets, topological order, quantum phases and transitions beyond Landau-Ginzburg-Wilson paradigms, etc. The recent works of Prof. Meng and the group can be found at https://quantummc.xyz/.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site (http://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V., a cover letter with a publication list and a research statement. Applicants should also arrange two reference letters to be sent directly by the referees to Prof. Zi Yang Meng at zymeng@hku.hk. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until December 31, 2025.

Applications are invited for appointment as Postdoctoral Fellows in Astrophysics in the Department of Physics (Ref.: 532416), to commence as soon as possible for 24 months, with the possibility of renewal subject to performance and funding availability. Three positions are possible if suitable candidates can be identified.

The candidate is expected to have a PhD degree in astrophysics or related principles and will work with Prof. Bing Zhang to conduct research in astrophysics. Recent works of Prof. Zhang can be found at https://www.physics.unlv.edu/~bzhang/. Candidates with research experience and a strong publication record in the directions of multi-messenger astrophysics, fast radio bursts, gamma-ray bursts, and other branches of high-energy astrophysics are preferred. Both theorists and observers are welcome to apply. Applicants who are in the process of completing a Ph.D. degree will also be considered. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., a publication list and a research statement. Applicants should also arrange two reference letters to be sent to Prof. Zhang (e-mail: bzhang1@hku.hk) directly by the referees. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until November 30, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

Post-doctoral Fellow in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics in the Department of Physics (Ref.:532423)

We now invite applications for the captioned post in Prof. Wang YAO’s group.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work on projects on novel quantum matters

Requirements

• a Ph.D. degree in physics
• the ability to work independently and in a team
• self-motivated and responsible

What We Offer

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary basis for 2 years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V. They should also arrange 3 referees to send reference letters to Prof. Wang YAO by email (wangyao@hku.hk) directly. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until 10 Nov, 2025, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

Two Post-doctoral Fellows in Condensed Matter Theory in the Department of Physics (Ref.: 532126)

We now invite applications for the captioned two postdoctoral fellow posts available in Prof. Yuxin Zhao’s group.

Duties and Responsibilities

• work on a project related to projective representations of crystal symmetries and topological phases.
• assist in the preparation of reports
• perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• a Ph.D. degree in physics, or a related discipline
• an excellent command of written and spoken English
• good interpersonal, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
• the ability to work on a tight schedule to meet project deadlines
• the ability to work independently and in a team
• self-motivated and responsible

What We Offer

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary basis for 2 year(s), with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above post(s). Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V. They should also arrange 2 referees to send reference letters to Prof. Yuxin Zhao by e-mail (yuxinphy@hku.hk) directly. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until 01 Sep 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and
is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellows in photonics and optoelectronics in the Department of Physics (Ref.: 531285), to commence as soon as possible for 12 months, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Physics, or relevant areas. Those with experience in optoelectronic devices, nanophotonics, and nanofabrication are welcome to apply. The appointees will work with Prof. Shuang Zhang to pursue research in nanophotonic devices. Prof. Zhang’s research interests cover a wide range of topics in photonics, including, but not limited to, topological metamaterials, metasurfaces, non-linear optics, etc. The current publications of Prof. Zhang group’s can be found at: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=sepjZ3sAAAAJ&hl=en

A competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., a cover letter and a list of publications. They should also arrange 2 referees to send reference letters to Prof. Zhang by e-mail (shuzhang@hku.hk) directly. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until July 31, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and
is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency