Post-doctoral Fellow in Ocean Remote Sensing

The University of Hong Kong Apply now Ref.: 533491 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (25300) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow, Research Staff Hong Kong Applications are invited for appointments as Post-doctoral Fellow in Ocean Remote Sensing in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences The University of Hong Kong (Ref.: 533491), to commence as soon as possible but not later than 30 March 2026 for 2 years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding. About The Position We are seeking highly motivated and talented individuals to join our research team at HKU working at the forefront of ocean remote sensing and global change monitoring. Our work combines satellite data, physical models, and AI methods to understand ocean dynamics and environmental changes. Duties And Responsibilities • Conduct independent and collaborative research in ocean remote sensing and related fields. • Develop and apply advanced methods in satellite data analysis, AI, and field validation. • Publish research in leading peer-reviewed journals. • Contribute to supervision of students and assist in project development. Requirements • A Ph.D. in Remote Sensing, Environmental Science, Marine Science, Computer Science, or related fields (obtained within the last 2 years). • Strong research record with publications. • Experience in programming, satellite data processing, and/or fieldwork. • Excellent communication skills in English. • Ability to work independently and in a team. Inquiries For further information, please contact Prof. Mengqiu WANG at mengqiu@hku.hk. What We Offer • Competitive salary, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. • Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, including group-owned HPC clusters with PB-scale storage. • Opportunities for professional development and international collaboration. How To Apply The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload (1) an up-to-date C.V. (including a list of publications); (2) a 1-page cover letter (with a brief statement of research interests and career goals); (3) a research proposal (up to 2 A4 pages) and (4) name and contact information of three professional referees. Review of applications and interview of candidates will commence as soon as possible and continue until November 20, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency Advertised:Oct 22, 2025 (HK Time) Applications close:Nov 20, 2025 (HK Time) Back to search results Apply now Refer a friend Whatsapp Facebook LinkedIn Email App Send me jobs like these We will email you new jobs that match this search. Great, we can send you jobs like this, if this is your first time signing up, please check your inbox to confirm your subscription. The email address was invalid, please check for errors. You must agree to the privacy statement Subscribe Recaptcha Privacy agreement Search results Ref. Posting Title Department Closing Date 533491 Post-doctoral Fellow in Ocean Remote Sensing Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (25300) Nov 20, 2025 Featured jobs • Provost and Deputy Vice-Chancellor Director of the Development & Alumni Affairs Office Director of Communications and Public Affairs HKU Global Professoriate Recruitment Campaign Post-doctoral Fellowships and Research Assistant Professorships Current opportunities Ref. Posting Title Department Closing Date 533491 Post-doctoral Fellow in Ocean Remote Sensing Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences (25300) Nov 20, 2025 Powered by PageUp Apply tot his job Apply To this Job