Research Assistant/PhD student Opportunity, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Written by Shuaizhong Wang
School: Architecture School of the Chinese University of Hong Kong (Sha Tin, Hong Kong)
Faculty: Prof. Wang Shuaizhong
The research group of Assistant Professor Wang Shuaizhong at the School of Architecture, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, is seeking 1-2 Research Assistants. Professor Wang’s team specializes in the convergence of structural and architectural design, exploring methodological, technical, and historical aspects within these fields. The anticipated start date for the position is between July and Octobor 2024. Outstanding candidates may be given priority in applying for the Ph.D. program in 2025. The specific research areas include:
- Structural circularity and reuse/ Design for Disassembly (DfD)
- Graphic Statics/ Structural education
- Structural art and Construction history
- Building Information Modeling (BIM)
Qualifications:
Applicants for the Research Assistant position should possess a Bachelor or above degree in architecture, Structure, or Engineering discipline, or a good honors degree in the aforementioned disciplines. Additionally, applicants should:
(a) Basic structural knowledge and the ability to use structural analysis software such as Karama3D; knowledge related to graphic statics is preferred.
(b) Demonstrating research experience, preferably with a published paper in a reputable conference or journal.
(c) Knowledge of computational design skills, like Python and C#, is preferred.
(d) Have excellent command of both written and spoken English and Chinese. Proficiency in Cantonese is preferred.
(e) Be capable of working both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
(f) Be available to commence work as soon as possible.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will assist the professor in research tasks, including:
(a) Scientific research using digital tools such as Rhino, Grasshopper, BIM, and Adobe Suite.
(b) Assistance with project management, grant applications, publications, and courseware preparation.
(c) Conduct interviews and communicate with government officials and local residents.
Application:
Please email your application package to Prof. Wang at shuaizhongwang@cuhk.edu.hk. The application package should include the following:
(a) Curriculum Vitae
(b) Portfolio
(c) Publication(s)
(d) Transcripts or other certificates verifying professional qualifications.
Remuneration
The selected candidate will be offered a highly competitive remuneration package. The package will be assessed by CUHK based on the applicant’s CV, and the salary will generally be in the range of (HK$18,265- HK$28,045/month) for an initial contract period of 6 months, with the possibility of extension. Priority application for PhD admission in 2025 may be recommended. Salary is negotiable for very outstanding candidates.
Outstanding Ph.D. applicants will have the opportunity to be awarded the Hong Kong Ph.D. Fellowship, which provides a tax-free stipend of approximately 331,200 HKD per year for a duration of four years. The Chinese University of Hong Kong also offers various other types of scholarships, providing a monthly allowance of 18,360 HKD.
Supervisor Introduction:
Dr. Shuaizhong Wang is an Assistant Professor at the School of Architecture, The Chinese University of Hong Kong since August 2023. His research interests focus on the interdisciplinary areas of architectural and structural design, including architectural and structural design theory, sustainable reuse, computational design, and pedagogy. He received his PhD from the Chair of Structural Design at the Institute of Architectural Technology (ITA), ETH Zurich. He has published numerous articles in prestigious national and international journals, and he is an academic editor for several core Chinese architectural journals. He has also studied and worked in mainland China, Finland, Japan, and Switzerland, and has received numerous competition awards.
Conditions of Service:
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We look forward to receiving your application and working with talented individuals who are passionate about sustainable design and architectural research.
