Assistant Professor in Brain-Machine Interface
Join The Hong Kong Polytechnic University to advance cutting-edge research and education in brain-machine interface technology.
Best for:Best for established researchers with a PhD in biomedical engineering, neuroscience, or a related field, seeking a tenure-track position to advance brain-machine interface research and education.
Overview
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in Brain-Machine Interface within the Department of Biomedical Engineering. This role focuses on teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, developing innovative research projects, and contributing to curriculum development. The successful candidate will lead impactful research in brain-machine interface and neural engineering, publish in top-tier journals, secure external grants, and supervise student projects. The position emphasizes excellence in both teaching and research, with a commitment to fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and societal impact.
What you'll do
- Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses, and contribute to programme and curriculum development in biomedical engineering.
- Develop and lead innovative research projects focused on brain-machine interface and neural engineering, aiming for high-impact publications.
- Supervise student research projects and theses, fostering academic growth and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Engage in industrial and scholarly research/consultancy activities to bridge academic research with real-world applications.
- Undertake academic and departmental administrative duties as assigned by the Head of Unit.
- Publish world-leading research as a main author in top-tier refereed journals.
- Secure external research grants to support ongoing and future projects.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in a relevant discipline such as biomedical engineering, neuroscience, electrical engineering, or a related field
Language: English; proficiency required for teaching and research communication
Instruction: English
Publications: Published world-leading research as a main author in top-tier refereed journals
- Strong commitment to excellence in both teaching and research
- Proven track record of publishing world-leading research as a main author
- Experience in securing external research grants
- Excellent communication skills and ability to use English as the medium of instruction
- Good networking ability to foster interdisciplinary collaborations
- No explicit eligibility restrictions mentioned beyond a PhD in a relevant discipline
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-24 · open until filled
Submit your application through PolyU’s career website. Ensure your application includes all required documents and clearly demonstrates your qualifications in teaching, research, and leadership. The application process will remain open until the position is filled.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Research statement
- Publication list
- Proof of PhD degree
- Teaching philosophy statement
- Reference letters
Contact
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