Post-doctoral Fellow in the HKU Institute for Climate and Carbon Neutrality

Ref.: 536223
Work type: Full-time
Department: HKU Institute for Climate and Carbon Neutrality (47100)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow

We now invite applications for the captioned post.

Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee will work closely with the Supervisor and the core research team. The main duties include:

• Leading and contributing to a targeted research project, topics including climate policy, economics and governance.
• Designing, developing, and continually refining robust research instruments and methodologies.
• Coordinating comprehensive data collection processes and executing rigorous data analysis.
• Supporting the planning, organization, and execution of academic and public dissemination events, such as seminars, workshops, and conferences.
• Assisting in drafting high-quality academic papers, policy briefs, and project progress reports.
• Performing other research and administrative duties as assigned to support the Institute's objectives.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. degree in Environmental Economics, Public Policy, Geographical Sciences or a highly related discipline.
• A minimum of one year of relevant post-doctoral or professional working experience in a related field.
• An excellent command of both written and spoken English.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• A demonstrated ability to work efficiently under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight project deadlines.
• A strong capacity to work both independently and collaboratively within a diverse academic and administrative team.
• A highly self-motivated, proactive, and responsible work ethic.
• Advantageous: Familiarity with the local funding system, alongside prior experience collaborating with schools or managing educational/environmental research projects.
• Preferred: Proficiency in analyzing complex quantitative research data using advanced statistical methods and software packages.

What We Offer

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary basis for 1 year, 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.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above post(s). 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 as soon as possible and continue until [31 August, 2026], 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