Senior Research Engineer, Office Of Service - learning

Senior Research Engineer Office Of Service-Learning

The United Nations University (UNU) Hub on Humanitarian Innovation and Technology (HIT) is established in partnership with UNU and is housed in Lingnan University. This first UNU Hub in Asia is established to spearhead research and design initiatives, education and training programmes, and international collaborations for improving living conditions in developing countries and regions of the Global South. The UNU Hub also aims to harness Asia's innovation capacity, deepens South-South collaborations and foster synergy with UNU institutes worldwide. UNU Hub at Lingnan is looking for a research engineer with strong interest in applying AI, data analytics, and IoT to develop impact-oriented humanitarian technologies for the betterment of human conditions and advancement of SDG goals. Successful candidate, based in Lingnan University, will work closely with coordinators from UNU institutes and an award-winning team of designers and engineers to develop ideas into impactful products. The UNU Hub works on a wide range of research and products, including transparent filtration masks, intelligent wheelchairs, low-cost baby incubator and energy efficient air-purifier. Successful candidate is expected to conduct research and design on humanitarian technology with a focus on AI and data analytic applications. He/she will also deliver lectures for the MSc on Global Humanitarian Innovation and Technology.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Director and UNU Coordinators to develop grant proposals and research plans
• Conduct original research and collaborate with design team to publish new findings
• Construct and deliver lectures and fieldwork at the graduate level
• Assist the Director to develop joint international PG programmes
• Design and deliver capacity-building workshops in Asia and the Global South
• Derive innovative strategies to engage students, local communities, and stakeholders to garner support for the UNU Hub and its work
• Design innovative mechatronics products, humanitarian technologies, and interactive applications for making real impacts

Requirements:

• Genuine interest in humanitarian technology and the application of AI
• A recognized full-time PhD
• At least 5 years of experience in research, design and teaching
• Strong record of academic publications and grant applications
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, resources management, and communication skills
• Strategic thinking and a creative mindset
• An excellent command of written and verbal English
• Extensive international experience (studying, working, living)
• Prior experience in managing postgraduate programmes will be an advantage

Candidates with less/more experience will also be considered for appointment at a relevant rank. Successful candidate will be working in a team with diverse expertise from science to engineering, and social science to marketing. Preference will be given to candidates with outstanding academic training and successful grant application experience.

Salary and Fringe Benefits The rank and commencing salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits, where applicable, include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund and gratuity.

Application Procedure (online application only) Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.