[CvGmt News] [cvgmt position] Opening for one Postdoc position

[ppiersan at iu.edu]

Opening for one Postdoc position
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http://cvgmt.sns.it/position/1041/

Deadline: Tuesday, Sep 30, 2025

The School of Science and Engineering of The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position in the area of Applied Mathematics.

The successful candidate will join Dr. Paolo PIERSANTI's research group.

The candidate is expected to work full-time on an NSFC-funded research project on the mathematical analysis of models in glacier mechanics.

The candidate should have a Ph.D. degree in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, or any closely related field. Any experience and skills in the following areas are strongly preferred:

•Evolutionary Partial Differential Equations

•Nonlinear Analysis

•Mathematical Modelling

•Fluency in spoken and written English

The appointment is for two years.

The position comes without teaching duties.

The earliest starting date for this position is January 1, 2026.

The total salary over two-years is 640,000 RMB (approximately 88,960 USD).

Interested candidates should email me the following documents:

•CV in English

•Research Statement

•Contact information of at least three Referees, one of whom must be the Ph.D. Advisor

Review of applications/nominations will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

About Shenzhen and The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen

Shenzhen, a global metropolis and China's innovation hub, epitomizes modernity with its skyline of tech giants and efficient urban planning, having transformed from a fishing village into a GDP leader (3.68 trillion RMB in 2024).

despite counting more than 17 million people, Shenzhen is one of the safest cities in the World, as underscored by its low crime rate.

The public transport system, dominated by metro (70%+ share) and 874 bus routes, ensures seamless mobility with 22.5 million daily rides.

Affordable healthcare is guaranteed by universal insurance (17.35M covered) and reforms reducing inpatient costs by 3.25%, supplemented by programs like "Shenzhen Huiminbao" easing catastrophic expenses.

As the Greater Bay Area's engine, Shenzhen thrives on cross-border cultural exchanges and "park+" economies, generating 20.48M RMB in consumer spending during the 2025 Garden Expo.

The average annual salary reaches 177,057 RMB (non-private sector) and 95,217 RMB (private sector), reflecting its economic dynamism.

The School of Science and Engineering (SSE) at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen (CUHK-SZ) stands out for its cutting-edge research and strong industry ties.

The school excels in six key disciplines: Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Chemistry, Mathematics, Materials Science, and New Energy Science, with its Chemistry program ranking in the top 1% globally (ESI).

Programs like Electronic and Computer Engineering integrate robotics, AI, and microelectronics, aligning with Shenzhen’s tech-driven ecosystem.

CUHK-SZ’s industry collaborations are robust, featuring partnerships with Huawei, Sinopec, and participation in the Hetao Shen-Hong Kong Innovation Zone, where projects like the Smart Medical Robotics Open Innovation Platform bridge academia and real-world applications.

The school also fosters global ties through exchanges with UC Berkeley, Kyoto University, and over 150 international institutions, with 60%+ students engaging in overseas study.

By merging cross-disciplinary research with Shenzhen’s industrial prowess, SSE cultivates innovators who drive advancements in AI, green energy, and smart materials, reinforcing its role as a hub for产学研 (industry-university-research) synergy.

Original advertisement: https://mypage.cuhk.edu.cn/academics/ppiersanti/recruitment.html