Postdoctoral Fellow(s)

The Chinese University of Hong Kong; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chinese University of Hong Kong seeks Postdoctoral Fellows in Transport and Urban Geography. Candidates will engage in vital research on shared mobility, urban equity, and smart cities utilizing advanced data analysis tools. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. and demonstrate significant research experience. This is a unique opportunity to influence urban studies within a global context, beginning July 2024.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Geography, Urban Studies, or related field required.
• Extensive research experience in big data and geographical analysis.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality research on shared mobility and smart cities.
• Investigate transportation equity and traffic congestion.
• Engage in urban informatics research within U.S. or China.

Skills

Independent scientific investigations

Geographical analysis

Data analysis tools (R, Python, ArcGIS Pro)

Education

Ph.D. degree in Geography or Urban Studies

Tools

R

Python

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

Job Description - Postdoctoral Fellow(s) (240000Y7)

Job Description

Postdoctoral Fellow(s) - ( 240000Y7 )

Description

The Department invites applications for full-time Postdoctoral Fellow post(s) in Transport and Urban Geography.

Applicants should have/be (i) a Ph.D. degree in Geography, Urban Studies, or other related disciplines; (ii) demonstrated the ability to conduct independent scientific investigations and extensive research experience in big data and geographical analysis; and (iii) proficient in data analysis tools such as R, Python, and ArcGIS Pro.

The appointee(s) will be expected to conduct high-quality research on shared mobility and micromobility, transportation equity, traffic congestion, smart cities, or urban informatics in the context of the U.S. or China.

The appointment will initially be made on contract basis for one year commencing July 2024, renewable subject to good performance.

Applicants should submit the following documents in the online application: (1) a CV including a complete list of publications; (2) copies of two recent (first-authored) publications; and (3) names and contact information of two references.

Organization

: Department of Geography and Resource Management