Research Post Recruitment

Positions (posted on 02/11/2020)

Joint 3-year postdoctoral fellow positions in AIROTA Diagnostics Limited (based at Hong Kong Science Park, Department of Biomedical Engineering and Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences in The Chinese University of Hong Kong)

Project Title: Postdoctoral Fellow in AIROTA Diagnostics Limited

Job details and application link: link

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*New openings (posted on 29/5/2020)*

Positions(posted on 29/5/2020)

Postdoctoral Fellow(s) / Research Associate(s) / Research Assistant(s) / Junior Research Assistant(s) - (200000R4)

Project Title: CUHK Jockey Club HOPE 4 Care Programme (Software Engineering)

Job details and application link: https://cuhk.taleo.net/careersection/cu_career_non_teach/jobdetail.ftl?job=200000R4&tz=GMT%2B08%3A00&tzname=Asia%2FHong_Kong.

Positions(posted on 29/5/2020)

Postdoctoral Fellow(s) / Research Associate(s) / Research Assistant(s) / Junior Research Assistant(s) - (200000R6)

Project Title: CUHK Jockey Club HOPE 4 Care Programme (Mechanical Engineering/Electronic Engineering)

Job details and application link: https://cuhk.taleo.net/careersection/cu_career_non_teach/jobdetail.ftl?job=200000R6&tz=GMT%2B08%3A00&tzname=Asia%2FHong_Kong.

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Positions

Post-doctoral Fellows

POST SPECIFICATION
Post-doctoral Research Fellow Opportunities in CUHK BME

This application is open all year round. Several Principal Investigators in BME Department are recruiting Post-doctoral Research Fellows in their research groups.

Applicants should have a PhD degree in related fields and should be from Top 10 universities in their countries or a well-recognised university among the top 100 institutions for related subjects in the latest publication of world university ranking tables, including the Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings, Shanghai Jiao Tong University (Academic Ranking of World Universities) or Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

6 Job Openings are available as follows:

Opening 1

Principal Investigator: Professor Raymond Tong

Project Title/Lab Name: Soft Robotics for Upper-Limb and Lower-Limb Rehabilitation

Abstract/Description: This project aims to develop a 3D-printed soft robotic (hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder, knee, ankle) for rehabilitation training based on the technology in Soft-Elastic Composite Actuator and intention-driven control system to facilitate neuroplasticity in the brain. The objectives of this project are: (i) to facilitate better hand, upper limb and lower limb recovery on more stroke survivors and elderly in society with the soft robotic design, (ii) to 3D-print soft robotics with our advanced design and control algorithm to provide more function tasks training.

Stroke remains the global leading causes of long-term disabilities. As a result, the role of rehabilitation robotics becomes increasingly prominent in enhancing the quality of life(QOL) of the stroke survivors. However, current metal robotic system seems to be very restricted in design due to the motor size and weight. This limitation also affects the training tasks that can be done using the device. Soft robotics, on the other hand is a new approach, which are more compliant and can provide more degree of freedoms to generate more upper limb functions. This project will continuously support the leading role in rehabilitation robotic development; and launch the new advanced healthcare products and services in the region and overseas.

Job Requirements: Applicants should have (a) self-motivation, a good sense of responsibility and strong problem-solving skills; (b) good communication and writing skill; and (c) preferably at least one of the following experiences to fit the need of our different projects: SolidWork/ LabView/SPSS; Soft robots design; Signal processing; Control algorithm design; or Stroke rehabilitation. Job Duties: Duties include (1) assisting in the development of soft robots for rehabilitation; (2) conducting clinical trial with stroke subjects, persons after stroke and persons with disability; (3) writing journal papers and reports, (4) analysing data; and (5) performing other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Contact: Applicants may seek more information from Dr. Ling-fung Yeung at lfyeung@link.cuhk.edu.hk , Mr. Kelvin Heung at 1155033948@link.cuhk.edu.hk or Professor Raymond Tong at kytong@cuhk.edu.hk.

Opening 2

Principal Investigator: Professor Raymond Tong

Project Title/Lab Name Simultaneous Dual-Task Cycling Exercise Training on Cognitive Function for the Elderly

Abstract/Description: Cognitive decline is related to ageing, which can progress to become mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia. Hong Kong is facing the ageing population challenge and we would like to keep the elderly to have a good quality of life and independence. Maintaining cognitive function will be essential and important. Regular exercise has been shown to provide some cognitive benefits in healthy and cognitively impaired elderly, but the training type and intensity are remaining vary and unclear. Dual-task cognitive training software (game, VR or AR) has also shown a positive benefit to cognitive function in the elderly. Recent studies showed that combined exercise-cognitive simultaneously has better beneficial effects on cognitive function. Cycling is a safe aerobic exercise. The new system can adjust the training intensity based on the real-time muscle activities (electromyography, EMG) to provide aerobic exercise, and together with simultaneous dual-task cognitive training. It should provide an effective and safe platform for the elderly to improve their cognitive function. The system will be easy to install and the subject can safely conduct the exercise without involving a lot of manpower, which will be cost effective in providing a better quality of healthcare training in promoting cognitive health.

Job Requirements: Applicants should have (a) self-motivation, a good sense of responsibility and strong problem-solving skills; (b) good communication and writing skill; and (c) preferably at least one of the following experiences to fit the need of our different projects: Computer Programming/Matlab/SPSS; Cognitive; Signal processing; Control algorithm design; or Stroke rehabilitation.

Job Duties: Duties include (1) assisting in the development of cognitive training software and integrating with cycling hardware system; (2) conducting clinical trial with stroke subjects, persons after stroke and persons with disability; (3) writing journal papers and reports, (4) analysing data; and (5) performing other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Contact: Applicants may seek more information from Mr. Kenry Leung at kenry.leung@cuhk.edu.hk or Professor Raymond Tong at kytong@cuhk.edu.hk.

Opening 3

Principal Investigator: Prof. Renjie Zhou

Project Title/Lab Name: Laser Metrology and Biomedicine Laboratory

Abstract/Description: The Laser Metrology and Biomedicine Laboratory at The Chinese University of Hong Kong has 2 postdoc positions starting immediately. Candidates with the passion to work on developing cutting-edge research in is highly encouraged to apply. The initial appointment is for 1 year, and it will renewed for another 1 year or more subject to satisfying performance. Interested candidates should directly contact Prof. Zhou (rjzhou@cuhk.edu.hk) with CV that contains education background, working experience, publication records, and a list of 2-3 referees.

Job Requirements: The candidates should have a PhD degree or similar from a recognizable university. He/she should have a solid academic background in at least one of the following areas: (1) information optics; (2) biomedical optics; (3) precision instrumentation; (4) optical imaging instrumentation; (5) image processing.

Job Duties: Successful applicants will be expected to work on developing high speed and high sensitivity 2D and 3D interferometric microscopy systems for biomedical imaging and metrology applications. They are also expected to mentor graduate students and junior researchers in the lab.

Contact: Applicants may seek more information from Prof. Renjie Zhou at rjzhou@cuhk.edu.hk and the lab homepage https://www.lambcuhk.org.

Opening 4

Principal Investigator: Professor Scott Yuan

Project Title/Lab Name: Biomedical imaging technologies and translational applications

Abstract/Description: Multidisciplinary research positions are available in the following areas: (1) Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) technologies for clinical intraluminal imaging and intra-operative applications; (2) Advanced Endomicroscopy and Computational Optics for translational biomedical imaging; (3) Machine Learning for advanced biomedical imaging functions and quantitative image analysis. Candidates with the passion to work on cutting-edge translational researches are highly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should directly contact Prof. Yuan (wyuan@cuhk.edu.hk) with CV that contains education background, working experience, publication records, and a list of 2-3 referees.

Job Requirements: Desired candidates should have: (1) a background in optics, electrical engineering, physics, or other closely related fields; (2) hands-on experience in any of the following areas: optics, bio-optics, fiber-optics, lasers, optical imaging/microscopy, deep learning; and (3) good publication record.

Job Duties: Successful applicants will be expected to work on developing (1) the high-speed and high-sensitivity endomicroscopy systems and (2) the advanced AI-assisted image processing technologies for translational biomedical applications. They are also expected to mentor graduate students and junior researchers in the lab.

Contact: Applicants may seek more information from Prof. Yuan at http://www.bme.cuhk.edu.hk/wyuan/Yuanlab_recuitment_2020.pdf.

Opening 5

Principal Investigator: Professor Aaron Ho

Project Title/Lab Name: Plasmonic Lab-on-a-Needle Biosensor for the Detection of Circulating Tumour Cells

Abstract/Description: This project aims to explore the possibility of using a gold-coated optical fibre probe for label-free detection of immobilised circulating tumour cells.

Job Requirements: PhD with specialisation in optical instrumentation and photonic biosensors

Job Duties: Hardware development and biosensing experiments in accordance to project requirements

Contact: Applicants may seek more information from Professor Aaron Ho at aaron.ho@cuhk.edu.hk.

Opening 6

Principal Investigator: Professor Aaron Ho

Project Title/Lab Name: Centrifugal Microfluidics for Point-of-care Detection of Biomarkers

Abstract/Description: This project aims to develop a lab-disc instrument platform for low-cost point-of-care detection of multiple target biomolecules on a single device.

Job Requirements: PhD with specialisation in sensor instrumentation and microfluidics

Job Duties: Hardware development and biosensing experiments in accordance to project requirements

Contact: Applicants may seek more information from Professor Aaron Ho at aaron.ho@cuhk.edu.hk.

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Positions

Research Assistant, PhD Student and Postdoctoral Fellow Opportunities in CUHK BME

POST SPECIFICATION
Research Assistant, PhD Student and Postdoctoral Fellow Opportunities in CUHK BME

Abstract/Description: Multidisciplinary research positions are available in the following areas: (1) Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) technologies for clinical intraluminal imaging and intra-operative applications; (2) Advanced Endomicroscopy and Computational Optics for translational biomedical imaging; (3) Machine Learning for advanced biomedical imaging functions and quantitative image analysis.

Candidates with the passion to work on cutting-edge translational researches are highly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should directly contact Prof. YUAN (wyuan@cuhk.edu.hk) with CV that contains education background, working experience, publication records, and a list of 2-3 referees.

Job Requirements: Desired candidates should have: (1) a background in optics, fiber optics, electrical engineering, physics, or other closely related fields; (2) hands-on experience in any of the following areas: optics, bio-optics, fiber-optics, lasers, optical imaging/microscopy, deep learning; and (3) good publication record (if any).

Job Duties: Successful applicants will be expected to work on developing (1) endomicroscopy systems and probes and (2) advanced AI-assisted image processing technologies for translational biomedical applications. Postdoc fellows are also expected to mentor graduate students and junior researchers in the lab.

Contact: Applicants may seek more information from or Professor Yuan at wyuan@cuhk.edu.hk.

ENQUIRIES and APPLICATION

Applicants shall contact with the contact person directly of the job opening for more information.