Postdoctoral Fellow

Research Centre for Intelligent GRID and Energy Technologies Limited (I-GET), initiated by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and funded by the HKSAR Government under the InnoHK Research Clusters, is a world-leading research platform dedicated to power grid and new energy innovations. Established by PolyU, the Centre leverages PolyU's strong expertise in power and energy systems together with an extensive global network of top-tier academic institutions and industry partners to drive interdisciplinary research and innovation in intelligent and green grids. The Centre's mission is to spearhead pioneering research in autonomous energy management, intelligent grid interfaces, grid-friendly new energy transportation, and emerging energy technologies, creating resilient and zero-outage power systems that support "Dual Carbon" strategic goals, stimulate industry impact, develop future talent, and deliver long-term sustainable benefits to society and the broader economy.Post SpecificationPostdoctoral FellowThe appointees will be assigned to one or more of the following sixteen research projects according to their research expertise and the Centre's needs.Research Programmes and ProjectsRP 1: Autonomous Energy Management Technologies for Smart GridsRP 1.1: Intelligent and Energy-Efficient BuildingsRP 1.2: Artificial Intelligence of Things-Enabled Autonomous MicrogridsRP 1.3: Generalised Platform for Virtual Power PlantsRP 1.4: AI Foundation Model Solutions for Secure and Adaptive Smart GridsRP 2: Green and Intelligent Grid InterfacesRP 2.1: Low Power Edge-Computing Technologies for Grid InterfacesRP 2.2: Recyclable Power Electronics Packaging for Sustainable Grid InterfacesRP 2.3: Generalised Power Electronics Building Blocks with Edge IntelligenceRP 2.4: Smart Power Electronic Transformer for Next-Gen Data Centre Power SupplyRP 3: Grid-Friendly New Energy TransportationRP 3.1: Future Electric Vehicle Energy Network to GridRP 3.2: Hydrogen Vehicle to GridRP 3.3: Grid-Supportive Technologies for Integrated High-Power Electric Vehicle and Energy Storage Charging NetworksRP 3.4: Energy Optimiser for Guided Transit-to-Grid NexusRP 4: Emerging Grid and Energy TechnologiesRP 4.1: Valence-Tunable Electrolyte Materials for Redox Flow BatteriesRP 4.2: AI-Optimised Thermal Energy Storage for Energy-Efficient Data CentresRP 4.3: Quantum Technologies for Virtual Power Plant ManagementRP 4.4: Data-Driven Large Single-Crystal Copper Development for New Energy and Information SystemDuties and ResponsibilitiesThe appointees will report to the Project Leader(s) or their delegates and conduct advanced research and development for the assigned project(s). They will be required to:a) conduct high-quality independent and collaborative research, development, and engineering works in the technical areas of the assigned project(s);b) develop and validate new theories, models, algorithms, materials, devices, prototypes, experimental platforms, or system solutions, as appropriate;c) plan and execute research and development tasks, analyse and interpret results, address technical challenges, and contribute to the timely achievement of project milestones and deliverables;d) prepare high-quality publications, technical reports, proposals, patent disclosures, demonstrations, and other knowledge transfer outputs;e) collaborate with local and non-local academic and industry partners, and assist in supervising research staff and students where appropriate; andf) perform any other duties as assigned by the Project Leaders and Centre Directors. QualificationsApplicants should have:a) a doctoral degree or an equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, Applied Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a related discipline;b) a strong research background and a good publication record in one or more relevant areas, such as power systems, power electronics, energy management, electric transportation, energy storage, AI, IoT, edge computing, building energy systems, materials, manufacturing, or quantum technologies;c) the ability to conduct research independently and solve complex technical problems, with a strong interest in interdisciplinary research and a strong sense of responsibility;d) strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to supervise junior researchers and proactively support the Project Leader in advancing the assigned research project(s).e) a good command of written and spoken English; proficiency in Chinese, including Putonghua, would be an advantage.RemunerationA highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Applicants should state their current and expected salary in the application. ApplicationApplicants should send the completed job application form, together with a detailed curriculum vitae, to the HR Unit by email to iget.hr@polyu.edu.hk for review and consideration.