Research Assistant Professor/Post-doctoral Fellow in Urban Systems Modelling and Simulation
Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Urban Planning and Design (01300)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow
Duties and Responsibilities
- The appointee will pursue both theoretical and empirical investigations into a multi-scale modelling framework for understanding and predicting urban systems evolution with regards to population and economic activities.
- He/She is expected to possess a strong technical background in land-use/transport simulations, including model development (e.g. cellular automata, agent-based models and computable general equilibrium framework) and short-/long-term forecasting.
- The appointee will join and contribute to the newly established HKU Urban Systems Institute.
- To forge a technology–policy nexus, the appointee is expected to assist in developing and testing the multi-scale urban systems framework in the twin cities of Hong Kong and Shenzhen.
Requirements
- Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in urban computational modelling, urban data science, spatial analysis, statistical physics, urban economics, complex systems, urban planning, geography, or other related fields.
- He/She should have an excellent track record in publishing in high-ranked journals and working in an interdisciplinary team.
- Experience in computer modelling and an understanding of programming language appropriate for the development of computable urban systems model (including statistical methods) would be needed.
- Those with lower qualifications or less experience may be considered for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow.
What We Offer
- The appointment will commence as soon as possible for two to three years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
- A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.
- At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.
How to Apply
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV, a cover letter/statement of interest and a representative publication. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until November 10, 2023, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities | Target 11.3: Enhance inclusive and sustainable urbanization and capacity for participatory, integrated, and sustainable human settlement planning and management in all countries | Indicator 11.3.1: Ratio of land consumption rate to population growth rate |
| SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure | Target 9.5: Enhance scientific research, upgrade the technological capabilities of industrial sectors in all countries, in particular developing countries, including, by 2030, encouraging innovation and substantially increasing the number of research and development workers per 1 million people and public and private research and development spending | Indicator 9.5.1: Research and development expenditure as a proportion of GDP |
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
The issues highlighted in the article are connected to SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities and SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
Based on the article’s content, the specific targets that can be identified are:
- Target 11.3: Enhance inclusive and sustainable urbanization and capacity for participatory, integrated, and sustainable human settlement planning and management in all countries
- Target 9.5: Enhance scientific research, upgrade the technological capabilities of industrial sectors in all countries, in particular developing countries, including, by 2030, encouraging innovation and substantially increasing the number of research and development workers per 1 million people and public and private research and development spending
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
Yes, there are indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets. The indicators are:
- Indicator 11.3.1: Ratio of land consumption rate to population growth rate
- Indicator 9.5.1: Research and development expenditure as a proportion of GDP
4. SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities | Target 11.3: Enhance inclusive and sustainable urbanization and capacity for participatory, integrated, and sustainable human settlement planning and management in all countries | Indicator 11.3.1: Ratio of land consumption rate to population growth rate |
| SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure | Target 9.5: Enhance scientific research, upgrade the technological capabilities of industrial sectors in all countries, in particular developing countries, including, by 2030, encouraging innovation and substantially increasing the number of research and development workers per 1 million people and public and private research and development spending | Indicator 9.5.1: Research and development expenditure as a proportion of GDP |
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