Postdoctoral Fellow & Research Associate Opportunities 2026 at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) invites applications for multiple Postdoctoral Fellow and Research Associate positions under two cutting-edge research projects in the fields of advanced battery technologies and sustainable electrochemical energy systems. These opportunities are ideal for researchers passionate about clean energy, electrochemistry, and next-generation energy storage solutions.

Available Positions

1. Postdoctoral Fellow / Research Associate

Reference No.: 260609018

Appointment Duration

Postdoctoral Fellow: 12 Months
Research Associate: 10 Months

Research Project

"High-Energy-Density All-Solid-State Lithium Metal Batteries"

Key Responsibilities

The selected candidates will:

Assist the Project Leader in conducting research on advanced all-solid-state lithium metal batteries.
Participate in battery material development, characterization, and performance evaluation.
Contribute to laboratory research, data analysis, technical documentation, and scientific publications.

Eligibility Criteria

Postdoctoral Fellow

Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral qualification.
No more than five years of post-qualification experience at the time of application.

Research Associate

Master's degree or a good Honours degree.
Three or more years of research or relevant work experience.

2. Postdoctoral Fellow

Reference No.: 260609020

Appointment Duration

12 Months

Research Project

"Calcium-Mediated Electrochemistry for Sustainable Ammonia Synthesis"

Key Responsibilities

The selected fellow will:

Assist the Project Leader in research on sustainable ammonia synthesis using calcium-mediated electrochemical processes.
Conduct experiments, analyse research data, and contribute to scientific publications and project deliverables.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should possess:

A Ph.D. or an equivalent doctoral qualification.
No more than five years of post-qualification experience at the time of application.

Research Areas

Successful candidates will gain research experience in:

Advanced Battery Technologies
All-Solid-State Lithium Metal Batteries
Electrochemistry
Sustainable Energy Storage
Clean Energy Materials
Ammonia Synthesis
Renewable Energy and Energy Conversion

Salary

A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Deadline

Reference No. 260609020: 14 July 2026

(For Reference No. 260609018, candidates are advised to refer to the official recruitment portal for application timelines.)

Contact Information

For both opportunities, candidates may contact:

Prof. Xu Zhenglong
Telephone: +852 2766 6590
Email: zhenglong.xu@polyu.edu.hk

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official recruitment portal of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) before the respective application deadlines.

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Postdoctoral Fellow & Research Associate Opportunities 2026 at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University