Opportunities

NEW! (May 2025)

In response to the recent U.S. administration’s decision to prohibit international students from enrolling at Harvard University, City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) recognises a unique opportunity to attract outstanding global talent. Many exceptional students who were previously admitted to and/or are currently studying at Harvard, or other leading institutions facing similar restrictions, may now face visa challenges, creating an opportunity for us to engage these high-calibre individuals.

To capitalise on this opportunity, CityUHK is launching an initiative with the following offers for affected students:

• Expedited admissions to our academic programmes, ensuring a swift and smooth enrolment process.

• Special scholarships to support their studies at CityUHK.

• For PhD candidates, an invitation for their original supervisors to serve as co-supervisors, fostering continuity in their academic journey and strengthening our research collaborations.

We encourage you to share information about these scholarships with any eligible students you know, particularly those previously admitted to and/or currently studying at Harvard or other leading institutions facing similar restrictions. If you identify potential candidates, please direct them to contact the School of Graduate Studies (SGS) at sg@cityu.edu.hk or the Office of the Vice-President (Research) at vpre@cityu.edu.hk for further details.

Given the recent uncertainties surrounding international student enrolment at U.S. universities, City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) sees a unique opportunity to attract outstanding PhD candidates, particularly from Tsinghua University (清華大學) and Peking University (北京大學). Many exceptional students from these prestigious institutions, who had planned to pursue doctoral studies at leading U.S. universities, may now face visa or other challenges. This presents a timely opportunity for CityUHK to engage with these highly talented individuals.

To seize this opportunity, CityUHK is launching an initiative with the following offerings for eligible students:

Expedited admissions to our academic programmes, ensuring a seamless and efficient enrolment process.

Dedicated scholarships to support their doctoral studies at CityUHK.

Upon completion of their PhD programmes, most graduates will be offered employment for up to three years, either at CityUHK in roles ranging from Postdoctoral Fellow to Global Research Assistant Professor, or through our Distinguished Visiting Professors (DVP) Scheme, collaborating with DVPs from leading institutions like the University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, University of Toronto and EPFL, through joint postdoctoral programmes.

Please share these opportunities with eligible students, particularly those previously admitted to or currently studying at leading institutions affected by the aforementioned restrictions. For further information, please direct potential candidates to contact the School of Graduate Studies (SGS) at sg@cityu.edu.hk or the Office of the Vice-President (Research) at vpre@cityu.edu.hk for details.

For Graduate Students

We are seeking exceptional postgraduate students to join the LY Research Lab. Ideal candidates should possess fluent English skills (IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 80 and above), an excellent academic record (GPA of 85/100 or higher for Master's degree students, or a First-Class Honours for undergraduate degree students), strong motivation, and a solid research background. Preference will be given to candidates with publications in SCI-listed journals and degrees from reputable universities.

Researchers within our group will engage in diverse projects across chemical, physical, and materials science, with a particular focus on 2D-layered materials at our laboratory in the Department of Chemistry, Center of Super-Diamond and Advanced Films (COSDAF).

If you are interested in joining the LY group, please send your CV, a one-page statement detailing your past research experience, and your research interests to Dr. Ly for consideration (email: thuchly@cityu.edu.hk).

Candidates who meet the basic requirements of the Graduate School at City University of Hong Kong and the Department of Chemistry are encouraged to apply. All accepted PhD students will receive a full scholarship. Applicants will need to submit their applications to the Department of Chemistry at City University of Hong Kong.

We encourage and support exceptional PhD applicants to seek their own funding. Eligible candidates may apply for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme, which offers an annual stipend of HK$337,200 (approximately US$43,230), along with a conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$14,000 (approximately US$1,790) per year for up to three years. Additionally, awardees will receive an entrance scholarship of HK$81,000 (approximately US$10,300) to cover tuition and on-campus accommodation fees for the first year of study.

The application deadline is December 1st each year. Applications submitted after the deadline may also be considered, depending on the availability of student placements.

For Undergraduate Students, Final Year Projects, and Interns
We welcome highly competent and enthusiastic undergraduate students to email their CVs to Dr. Ly (email: thuchly@cityu.edu.hk) to inquire about potential openings in the lab. Please include a description of the research topic(s) you are interested in and your reasons for your interest.

For Research Assistants
We are looking for motivated Master’s/MSc students in Chemistry, Materials Science, Energy Science, or related fields. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in:

Electronic/ Optoelectronic Device fabrication and measurement

Please email your CV to Dr. Ly (email: thuchly@cityu.edu.hk) to inquire about potential openings. Be sure to describe your research interests and motivations.

We Are Recruiting!

For Research Associates/Postdoctoral Positions
1.The RGC Junior Research Fellow Scheme (former name Postdoctoral Fellowship Scheme (PDFS) )2024-2025. Each awarded postdoctoral fellow will receive a total stipend of HK$1,260,000 (HK$420,000 per year for three years), which includes a conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$13,300 per year. (Calling in August each year)

2.The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust Scheme. Each awarded postdoctoral fellow will receive a total stipend of HK$1,590,000 (HK$530,000 per year for three years), which includes a conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$30,600 per year. (Calling in August each year)

3.Hong Kong Scholars Program

4.Postdoc fellowship for projects

Highly qualified postdoc candidates are encouraged to contact Dr. Ly (email: thuchly@cityu.edu.hk) for further information.

For Visiting Scholars
We welcome visiting scholars from diverse fields (such as optics, neuroscience, image processing, etc.) to join our team and collaborate on research of mutual interest.

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