Opportunity: Seeking 1-2 motivated Research Assistants for interdisciplinary research in structural design, architecture, computational design, and AI.
PhD Prospects: Exceptional candidates may be recommended for the upcoming September 2024 doctoral application round; highly qualified individuals may be admitted sooner.
Research Areas (among others):
Multi-criteria and multi-scale building layout generation
Inverse design methods for concept stage structural design
Structural morphology and form-finding
Adaptive, structurally informed digital manufacturing workflows
Construction and design automation using foundation models
Language Requirements:
Proficiency in English
For PhD candidates from institutions where English is not the primary language of instruction: TOEFL 85 or IELTS score 7
Skills & Qualifications:
Strong background in one or multiple topic areas: structural/civil engineering, computational architecture, AI/ML, systems engineering, programming, data science, etc.
Proficient in Python programming, including scientific computing (e.g., Scipy, Numpy)
(optional) Basic ML application development experience
(optional) Experiences in Rhino/Grasshopper plug-in or full-stack web development
(optional) Expertise in structural analysis and modelling methods (e.g., finite element method)
(optional) Experiences in digital fabrication, construction robotics, or extended reality technologies
Strong visualisation, writing, and presentation skills
For PhD candidates: the university requires excellent academic record for admissions (obtaining GPA 3.6/4.0 or above, or First Class Honours equivalent, during undergraduate studies).
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct background research; perform numerical experiments; collect, generate, and process data; assist with grant applications; support teaching activities, etc.
Compensation & Benefits:
Research Assistant: Approximately HK$19,400/month, with an initial 6-month contract, extendable. Outstanding and qualified candidates may receive competitive salaries and early PhD admission.
PhD Scholarships: Full tuition waiver, and stipend beginning at $234,000/year. Additional benefits include housing, annual leave, healthcare, and opportunities for international exchange and internships.
Application Details:
Deadline: 30 September, 2024
Submission: Email CV and transcripts to kmmt@hku.hk