Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant Professor in iLab at HKUrbanLab in the Department of Real Estate and Construction, to commence from as soon as possible, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal.

The Department is seeking to make a strategic appointment with a view to strengthening an area of building information modeling (BIM) and smart construction, and integrating them into the newly branded research facility/cluster called iLab. Applicants should possess at least 2 years' postdoctoral work experience, with preference given to those with experience in construction informatics. The following specific areas of knowledge are essential:  (i) understanding the operations of architecture, engineering, construction, and operation sector; (ii) extensive knowledge of and direct support experience in GIS- and BIM-related software; (iii) hardware (GPS, GSM, IMU, Bluetooth, barometer and other ancillary modules on low-energy consumption/long last motherboards) development and synergy; (iv) demonstrated extensive knowledge of and direct support experience in programming-related software and languages (e.g. Python, C++, C#, Visual Studio, Java, etc.); (v) digital logic and automation systems; (vi) data structure and algorithms; and (vii) computer graphics and animations. They should be a highly motivated individual who will work closely with other professors in the Department. Attention to details and having the ability to work on his/her own initiative are crucial. 

The appointee will be required to make a substantial contribution to (i) the development of the hardware and software of the iLab; (ii) urban big data collection, storage, analysis, and presentation to inform decision-making in the context of urban development; (iii) integration of GIS, BIM, and Internet of Things; (iv) bridging BIM and building using digital technologies; (v) realizing smart properties (e.g. awareness, autonomy, and communicativeness) of smart construction objects; (vi) smart construction system customization and scalability; and (vii) developing a personal research profile within the general and multidisciplinary remit of the HKUrbanLab. Information about the HKUrbanLab can be obtained at http://www.arch.hku.hk/about/hkurbanlab-intro/.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered.  The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary, as well as annual leave, and medical benefits. 

Applicants should send a completed application form together with an up-to-date C.V. to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please indicate the reference number clearly in all correspondence. Application forms (345/1111) can be downloaded at http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/jr-form.doc. Further particulars can be obtained at http://jobs.hku.hk/.  Closes April 18, 2016.

The University thanks applicants for their interest, but advises that only candidates shortlisted for interviews will be notified of the application result.

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