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Associate/Assistant Professor in Urban Public Safety and Disaster Prevention
Urban Public Safety and Disaster Prevention
(Reference No.: IOTSC/UPSDP/AAP/01/2024)
Academic Staff
The State Key Laboratory of Internet of Things for Smart City (University of Macau) invites applications for the position of Associate/Assistant Professor, who will also be a joint faculty member in the Faculty of Science and Technology, in the following disciplines:
- Numerical simulation of oceanic disaster (such as storm surges, flooding disasters, and ocean circulation dynamics, etc.)
- Study on safety monitoring and maintenance of coastal urban infrastructure and offshore engineering
- Assessment and enhancement of disaster resilience in coastal cities
- Providing measures for coastal disaster prevention and mitigation to develop and manage smart cities
State Key Laboratory of Internet of Things for Smart City (University of Macau) – SKL-IOTSC
The State Key Laboratory of Internet of Things for Smart City (University of Macau) is expected to promote smart city development in prospective of IoT, Big Data Technology and Engineering in Macao and inject a fresh impetus to the development of the Greater Bay Area by enhancing research and training in the field and providing technical support plans for improving economic performance, people’s quality of life, and social management. More details about the State Key Laboratory are available from https://skliotsc.um.edu.mo/.
Faculty of Science and Technology – FST
Faculty of Science and Technology aims to provide programmes for undergraduate and graduate education with quality reaching international standard. It strives to become a research active unit advancing the knowledge of engineering and science, and serves the community and industry as an agent of technological innovation and educational advancement. Currently, about 90 faculty members from diverse international backgrounds serve in this faculty. More details about the Faculty of Science and Technology are available from http://www.fst.um.edu.mo/.
Qualifications
- A PhD degree in Coastal Engineering, Offshore Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, Civil Engineering or related disciplines;
- Candidates should have considerable experience in academic development planning and research development, and be excellence in teaching, research and service with outstanding academic leadership skills for research and development;
- A distinguished record of internationally-recognized research;
- Substantial experience in securing research funding;
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
- English is the working language, while knowledge in Chinese/Portuguese will be an advantage.
The selected candidate is expected to assume duty in August 2024.
Remuneration
A taxable annual remuneration starting from MOP1,052,800 (approximately USD129,980) for the position of Associate Professor and MOP855,400 (approximately USD105,600) for the position of Assistant Professor will be commensurate with the successful applicants’ academic qualification and relevant professional experience. The current local maximum income tax rate is 12% but is effectively around 5% – 7% after various discretionary exemptions. Apart from competitive remuneration, UM offers a wide range of benefits, such as medical insurance, provident fund, on-campus accommodation/housing allowance and other subsidies. Further details on our package are available at: https://career.admo.um.edu.mo/learn-more/.
Application Procedure
Applicants should visit https://career.admo.um.edu.mo/ for more details, and apply ONLINE. Review of applications will commence upon receiving applications and continue until the position is filled. Applicants may consider their applications not successful if they are not invited for an interview within 3 months of application.
Human Resources Section, Office of Administration
University of Macau, Av. da Universidade, Taipa, Macau, China
Website: https://career.admo.um.edu.mo/; Email: vacancy@um.edu.mo
Tel: +853 8822 8577; Fax: +853 8822 2412
The effective position and salary index are subject to the Personnel Statute of the University of Macau in force. The University of Macau reserves the right not to appoint a candidate. Applicants with less qualification and experience can be offered lower positions under special circumstances.
***Personal data provided by applicants will be kept confidential and used for recruitment purpose only***
** Under the equal condition of qualifications and experience, priority will be given to Macao permanent residents**
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