CENTRE FOR ADVANCES IN RELIABILITY AND SAFETY LIMITED

Centre for Advances in Reliability and Safety Limited (CAiRS), initiated by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, is established in 2020 with its operation located in the Hong Kong Science Park, New Territories, Hong Kong. The mission of CAiRS is to bridge academic and industrial counterparts to introduce and implement artificial intelligence methods and prognostic techniques to advance reliability and safety. The goal of the Centre is to improve reliability and safety of critical components and devices, products, systems and sub-systems designed, commissioned and/or manufactured by Hong Kong companies and enterprises. More information about the company can be found at http://www.cairs.hk.

Postdoctoral Fellow – Electronic Assemblies (Ref. No.: CAiRS-R27/P1.1-1.3)

[Appointment period will end on 30 June 2025]

Research Associate – Electronic Assemblies (Ref. No.: CAiRS-R28/P1.1-1.3)

[Appointment period will end on 30 June 2025]

Duties

The appointees will report to the Project Leader and the Centre Director or his delegate (currently Programme Manager) and perform research and related work in the development of machine-learning-based anomaly detection algorithms and surveillance systems for health monitoring of modern electronic systems.

For the post of Postdoctoral Fellow, the appointee will be required to:

1. Prepare literature review on machine vision methods on the anomaly detection of electronic assemblies;
2. Design required machine vision systems as required in the health monitoring of modern electronic systems;
3. Develop machine vision and learning algorithms for the anomaly detection and surveillance on the health of different components mounted on the electronic assemblies;
4. Prepare and publish relevant research papersin high-tier peer-reviewed journals; and
5. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Centre Director or his delegates.

1. Conduct literature review on AI and data analytical techniques with the related application;

1. Implement data analytical techniques;
2. Perform required experimental setup and simulation (both hardware and software);
3. Publish journal papers and patents;
4. Prepare proposal and technical reports; and
5. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Centre Director or his delegates.

Qualifications

Applicants for the post of Postdoctoral Fellow should have a doctoral degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics or a relevant discipline. They should have a good publication record.

Applicants for the post of Research Associate should have a master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics or a relevant discipline. Good publication record is a plus.

For the post, applicants should also have:

1. Good understanding of computer vision, pattern recognition and machine learning.
2. Experience in algorithm development and implementation.
3. Proficient in programming languages including Python, C/C++.
4. Familiar with deep learning frameworks such as Tensorflow or Caffe.
5. Good interpersonal and communication skills; and a good command of written and spoken English.

Fresh graduates are welcome.

What you enjoy at CAiRS: 

• 5-day work
• Staff's entitlement to paid annual leave will increase progressively according to the Centre’s guideline
• Flexible working hours (for researchers)
• Medical & dental insurance
• Excellent and friendly office environment (newly renovated and next to seashore)
• Work-life balance
• Free drinks and snacks in office

What you enjoy at Science Park:

• Shuttle bus to Science Park from various locations in HK
• Recreational facilities in Science Park, e.g. gym and swimming pool
• Can apply for studio apartment in InnoCell (a smart living and co-creation space designed for I&T talents in Science Park) subject to availability and eligibility

Application Guidelines

1. Please return the completed application form, together with a detailed curriculum vitae, to the CAiRS by email to careers@cairs.hk 
2. Application form can be downloaded from here.
3. The CAiRS reserves the right to fill or not to fill the position. The personal data in relation to your application will be used by CAiRS to assess your suitability for assuming the position you are applying for, and to determine the remuneration and benefits package, if applicable.
4. Please read the “Personal Information Collection Statement for Recruitment” before completing the application form.
5. The CAiRS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, nationality, family status or physical or mental disabilities.
6. Applicants who are not invited to an interview within two months of the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.