Post-doctoral Fellow in the Division of Neurology of the Department of Medicine

Ref.: 532564
Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine (20600)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow, Research Staff

Post-doctoral Fellow in the Division of Neurology of the Department of Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 532564)

We now invite applications for the captioned post.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with the Stroke Research and Prevention Group of HKU (stroke.hku.hk) to assist in neuroimaging data acquisition and analysis, write-up of the results, as well as training of students
• Apply image analysis skills on clinical and research MRI techniques and sequences to study patients with stroke and dementia, or at risk of these conditions, in large cohort studies as well as randomized controlled trials
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• A Ph.D. degree in Neuroimaging, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or other related disciplines, with experience or keen interest in processing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), such as arterial spin labeling and diffusion tractography using programming scripts, such as Python and C++
• Self-driven, motivated, and creative in designing image analysis pipeline according to project requirements
• A good communication skills with a good command of written and spoken English and Chinese
• Able to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team
• Experience in image analysis packages such as Freesurfer, FSL, SPM, or 3DSlicer, or using machine learning or artificial intelligence models would be advantageous

What We Offer

The appointee would be exposed to ample opportunities in developing an academic career. The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary basis for 1 to 3 year(s), with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 531868) need not re-apply. 

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk ) and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start from July 22, 2025 and continue until September 30, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier

The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency