Category: OPENINGS

Research Assistant Professor (RAP) opening on Intelligent Medical Robotics & Medical Image Guidance at EE CUHK Hong Kong

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Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant Professor (RAP) in the Department of Electronic Engineering, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), to commence as soon as possible for 3 years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

The appointee will work closely with faculty members who sponsor the RAP in the Department to enhance the existing strengths. Information about relevant research in the Department can be found at http://www.ee.cuhk.edu.hk/. The appointees are expected to be able to have top-tier research outputs and apply for RGC GRF grants and similar external competitive grants. The appointee is also expected to undertake light teaching duties at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.
 
[RESEARCH AREA OF INTEREST]

Medical Robotics, Image-Guided Procedures,  AI, Perception & Applications:
Particularly, the main areas of interest include AI-assisted endomicroscopic procedures, Medical Image Processing, biorobotics & intelligent systems, multisensory perception, AI learning and control in image-guided procedures, medical mechatronics, continuum, and soft flexible robots and sensors, deployable motion generation, compliance modulation/sensing, cooperative and context-aware flexible/soft sensors/actuators in human environments.

The scholars will have opportunities to work with an interdisciplinary team consisting of clinicians and researchers from robotics, AI & perception, imaging, and medicine.

[QUALIFICATIONS]

* Ph.D. degree in robotics, AI, Computer Science/Engineering, Electronic or Mechanical Engineering, medical physics, automation, or mechatronics background
* Preferably have proven expertise in AI/robots/sensors, instrumentation, intelligent systems, magnetic actuation, ROS, general purpose robotic control
* Fluency in written and spoken English, good organizational skills, the ability to work independently, a strong sense of responsibility, and self-motivation are essential.
* Outstanding academic records/publications or recognitions from worldwide top-ranking institutes
* Postdoctoral experience or equivalent qualification is typically expected
* In-depth research and clear teaching statements are expected
* Successful records in securing research grants and teaching records are preferred though not compulsory

[HOW TO APPLY]

Qualified candidates are invited to express their interests through an email with detailed supporting documents (including CV, objective, research interests, education background, research & teaching statements, representative publications, and demo projects) to Prof. Hongliang Ren ASAP by email

PhD/Postdoc/Visiting Scholar/RA Opportunities on AI, Robotics & Perception at CUHK Hong Kong

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PhD/Postdoc/RA (and Visiting Scholar/Prof/Ph.D.) Opportunities in AI, Robotics & Perception at CUHK Hong Kong

 

[RESEARCH AREA]

 

There are multiple openings for Postdoc/RA (and Visiting Scholar/Prof/Ph.D.) to perform research on Medical Robotics Perception & AI at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK, Hong Kong) starting immediately. Particularly, the main areas of interest include AI-assisted endoscopic diagnosis, biorobotics & intelligent systems, multisensory perception, AI learning and control in image-guided procedures, medical mechatronics, continuum, and soft flexible robots and sensors, deployable motion generation, compliance modulation/sensing, cooperative and context-aware flexible/soft sensors/actuators in human environments. For more details, please refer to the recent publications at Google Scholar or the lab website http://labren.org/.

 

The scholars will have opportunities to work with an interdisciplinary team consisting of clinicians and researchers from robotics, AI & perception, imaging, and medicine.
The salary/remunerations will be highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience (e.g., Postdoc salary will be typically above 4300USD per month plus medical insurance etc.).

[QUALIFICATIONS]

* Background in AI, Computer Science/Engineering, Electronic or Mechanical Engineering, robotics, medical physics, automation, or mechatronics background
* Preferably have hands-on experience in AI/robots/sensors, instrumentation, intelligent systems

* Strong problem-solving, writing, programming, interpersonal, and analytical skills
* Outstanding academic records/publications or recognitions from worldwide top-ranking institutes
* Self-motivated and preferably with strong academic records 

[HOW TO APPLY]

Qualified candidates are invited to express their interests through an email with detailed supporting documents (including CV, transcripts, HK visa status, research interests, education background, experiences, GPA, representative publications, demo projects) to Prof. Hongliang Ren ASAP email: <hlren@ee.cuhk.edu.hk> Due to the significant amount of emails, we seek understandings that only shortlisted candidates will be informed/invited to interview.

Positions for part-time undergraduate Research Assistants (RA)

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The part-time research positions are to support a funded project on the study of a computer integrated surgery system. The successful applicants will involve hands-on development for surgical robot prototype or surgical navigation system study based on their backgrounds. The successful applicants will also be exposed to the other interesting research projects in surgical robotic system development.

Position Responsibilities:

Assist in the development of a computer integrated surgery system.
Closely collaborates with the PI and other research assistants throughout the study.
Write experiment reports.
Learn to manage the project.

Qualifications:

Prior clinical knowledge is not required but would be a plus.
Experience with mechanical design or computer programming.
Self-motivated.
Willing to learn and work independently.
Strong problem-solving, interpersonal, and analytic skills.
To apply, please email a detailed CV (including education background, courses, experiences, and skills) to:
Dr. REN, Hongliang