Research OfficerAssistant Research Officer in Laser Physics & Spectroscopy in the Department of Physics

Institution: Department of Physics University of Hong Kong
Position Title:Research Officer/Assistant Research Officer(Laser Physics & Spectroscopy)
Field: Laser Science Infrared Spectroscopy Molecular Fingerprinting
Appointment Type: Full-time
Location: Hong Kong SAR

Position Overview

Applications are invited for appointment as Research Officer/Assistant Research Officer in Laser Physics & Spectroscopy (Ref.: 534817) to commence as soon as possible for threeyears with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability. This position is ideal for an accomplished scientist eager to lead the establishment of a new cutting-edge research facility and drive forward an ambitious research agenda in next-generation molecular sensing.

The successful candidate will play a central role in building and directing the Electric field-resolved Molecular Fingerprinting (EMF) Laboratory a flagship initiative designed to advance high-sensitivity spectroscopic techniques for medical applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment and commissioning of a stateoftheart EMF Laboratory including instrument specification procurement installation and optimization.
• Direct and manage the laboratorys research program advancing novel laserbased and infrared spectroscopic methods for molecular identification and sensing.
• Develop advanced experimental platforms including ultrafast lasers midIR sources nonlinear optical systems and highprecision detection architectures.
• Supervise and mentor postdoctoral scholars graduate students and research staff.
• Build collaborations across physics chemistry engineering and lifescience disciplines and with external academic or industrial partners.
• Ensure laboratory safety compliance and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Laser Physics Optical Science Spectroscopy or closely related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in laserbased molecular spectroscopy especially:
• Infrared / midinfrared molecular fingerprinting
• Ultrasensitive optical detection methods
• Laser system development and precision measurement
• Strong publication record in highimpact journals.
• Proven experience setting up complex experimental laboratories or laserbased instrumentation.
• Ability to lead interdisciplinary research teams and manage laboratory operations.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to build the laboratory from the ground up with strong institutional support.
• Access to worldclass research infrastructure and interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities.
• Support for student recruitment proposal development and international partnerships.
• Less experienced candidates can still apply and be considered for Assistant Research Officer.
  
  

The appointee will report directly to Prof. Ferenc Krausz.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 15% of basic salary for RO or 10% of basic salary for ARO. At current rates salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply onlineand upload an up-to-date C.V. (including publication list preferably describing contributions to any non-lead-author publications) a cover letter (including direct responses to the selection criteria) not exceeding two pages and a research statement (describing prior research achievements and future research) not exceeding two pages. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for letters of recommendation from at least three referees. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until April 25 2026 or until the post is filled whichever is earlier.

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