标题: Phd Position in Geotechnical Engineering at Hong Kong Polytechnic University [打印本页] 作者: 正直 时间: 2024-6-18 21:27:17 标题: Phd Position in Geotechnical Engineering at Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Phd Student Positions in Geotechnical Engineering at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Position:
PhD student, successful applicants can come to Hong Kong and work as research assistant before normal entrance period.
Supervisor:
Dr. Andy Leung obtained his PhD degree from the University of Cambridge and is currently an associate professor at PolyU. His research interests are structure-soil-pile interaction, application of machine learning in geotechnical engineering, and spatial variability of soil properties. Please find more information about Dr. Leung at https://www.andyleung.net/.
Qualifications:
Applicants should have
1) A master's or bachelor's degree in civil engineering, geotechnical engineering or other related subjects (geological/mining etc.), with a GPA higher than 80/100;
2) An overall score of at least 6.5 (at least 6 in writing) in the international English language testing system (IELTS); or a test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) score of 80 (at least 23 in writing) or above for the internet-based test or 550 or above for the paper-based test. All English language test scores are considered valid for two years after the date of the test. http://www51.polyu.edu.hk/eprospectus/rpg/admission-requirements
3) Experience in data analysis, programming and publishing English research articles are considered as assets.
4) The ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and good use of oral and written English.
* Applicants who do not meet qualification criteria 1 and 2 will not receive response.
Normal Period and Scholarship:
For applicants with a bachelor's degree, the normal study period is 4 years. For applicantswith a master's degree, the normal study period is 3 years. Successful applicants will receive scholarships (approx. hk$18,000/month). The department will also provide additional research and travel support and offer a range of professional development workshops and events for our PhD students. Outstanding candidates can also apply for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) (approx. hk$25,800/month). Please find more information at: https://www38.polyu.edu.hk/eadm/index.jsf and https://www.polyu.edu.hk/ro/hkphd-fellowship/
Research Assistant Position
The monthly salary is hk$16,000 or above. There is possibility of transferring to PhD program if considered good performance.
Interested applicants should send 1) CV including a publication list and scores of English test; 2) Transcripts; 3) Summary of past research experience to dingjian.zhang@connect.polyu.hk
Please note "PhD/RA Application - Name" in the subject line.