Research Assistant Professor in Textile Chemistry and Coloration Technology

此職位由香港理工大學 (PolyU) 發布。 職位編號：260817009 學系/部門：School of Fashion and Textiles 類別：研究助理教授 截止日期：31 August 2026 來源：香港理工大學招聘網 申請及詳情：https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/job_detail.php?job=260817009 ---

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The School of Fashion and Textiles (SFT) was established in 2022 as an independent school, extending the lineage from the Institute of Textiles and Clothing (ITC) with 65 years of history at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. SFT carries and leverages its proud history of research and curricular excellence, innovation and creativity, and entrepreneurship to be the top fashion school for nurturing and cultivating global fashion leaders for the future.

With rapid technological advancement, fashion is ever-expanding, with so many permutation and integration possibilities encompassing different aspects of society and humanities to contribute to knowledge advancement, reimagining the future, and betterment of society. SFT is seeking internationally excellent candidates to meet the growing demand and explore creative possibilities.

Please visit the website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/sft/ for further information about the School.

Duties

The appointee will be required to:

(a) conduct research in Textile Chemistry and Coloration Technology as the main duty and actively pursue external research grants, such as General Research Fund, Innovation and Technology Fund and other competitive external funds, as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator

(b) provide supervision of MPhil or PhD students;

(c) provide quality teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level;

(d) contribute to the School’s service; and

(e) perform any other duties as assigned by the designated project leader, Dean of School or their delegates.

Qualifications

Applicants should have:

(a) a PhD degree in Textile Chemistry, Coloration, Colour Measurement, Polymer Chemistry, Digital Manufacturing using AI or related disciplines, preferably with at least two years of postdoctoral research experience;

(b) proven experience in university teaching, preferably in Coloration, Colour Management and Technology, and/or track record in research achievement in the above or related areas;

(c) high-impact research and publication record in high quality scholarly journals or strong potential to publish in top-tier refereed journals;

(d) strong commitment to excellence in teaching, research and professional service; and

(e) good communication skills and be able to use English as the medium of instruction.

Preference will be given to those with strong research orientation, a good teaching record and knowledge in colour measurement and colour science.

Conditions of Service

A highly competitive package including a medical benefits plan and a gratuity payable upon completion of the term which is normally for two to three years initially, with possibility of extension.

Consideration of applications will commence on 31 August 2026 until the position is filled.