Construction Robotics R&D Fellow - Innovation & Startups

HONG KONG CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION ROBOTICS; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

HONG KONG CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION ROBOTICS is seeking a Post-doctoral Fellow to develop innovative construction robotics solutions, build functional prototypes, and drive tech transfer. The role blends advanced research with entrepreneurial R&D to support startup incubation and commercialization.

You will collaborate with industry partners, supervise project-based teaching, and mentor students while advancing the center's mission to transform the construction industry.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. degree with a strong background in a related engineering discipline (preferably CSE, ECE, MAE, or Robotics).
• Strong problem-definition, problem-solving, and system implementation skills.
• Experience or strong interest in entrepreneurial R&D, commercial technology transfer, product design, or tech start-ups (successful industry or start-up incubation experience is a strong plus).
• Experience or strong interest in innovative engineering teaching and leading hands-on tutorials.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English and Mandarin (and/or Cantonese).
• Ability to work independently, proactively, and collaboratively in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end R&D processes from technical proof-of-concept to functional prototypes and market-ready solutions.
• Actively participate in the entrepreneurial development cycle, including business model validation, technology transfer, and preparing technologies for start-up incubation or commercial spin-offs.
• Collaborate with industry stakeholders, investors, and incubator partners to identify real-world construction challenges and evaluate product-market fit.
• Support IP management, patent filings, and technical documentation required for commercialization and venture creation.
• Supervise course-based projects and conduct hands-on engineering tutorials to foster entrepreneurial and innovative mindsets among students.

Skills

R&D leadership

Prototyping

Technology transfer

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Ph.D. degree

Job description

HONG KONG CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION ROBOTICS is seeking a Post-doctoral Fellow to develop innovative construction robotics solutions, build functional prototypes, and drive tech transfer. The role blends advanced research with entrepreneurial R&D to support startup incubation and commercialization.

You will collaborate with industry partners, supervise project-based teaching, and mentor students while advancing the center's mission to transform the construction industry.