Research Fellow – Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technologies

We are The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA).

We are established with funding from the Innovation and Technology Commission of the HKSAR Government and a wholly owned subsidiary of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

We work with Industry to invent, innovate, and create new solutions that make our industries better and benefit our society.

We are a young, energetic team that delights in bringing together researchers and industry partners.

We thrive on challenges. We are excited by new possibilities. We love to create new and better products, machines, and solutions. Applications are now invited for the following position.

The Appointee(s) Will Be Required To

• plan and lead R&D projects and ensure achievement of project milestones and deliverables;
• research and develop advanced technologies in Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Generative AI, LLMs, AI Agents, Multimodal AI and Computer Vision;
• explore emerging technologies and translate new ideas into proof-of-concepts and potential R&D projects;
• develop AI solutions such as RAG/knowledge systems, intelligent agents, multimodal applications and computer vision systems;
• develop and integrate AI/vision technologies with robotic systems for intelligent perception, manipulation, sorting and industrial automation;
• conduct model training, fine-tuning, benchmarking, evaluation and system validation;
• prepare technical documentation, project reports, R&D proposals and funding applications;
• manage R&D projects, including technical and financial aspects and other project administrative tasks, such as preparing project updates and reports;
• work closely with R&D researchers and personnel; coordinate with local and overseas universities, research institutions and business partners, and handle enquiries in a professional manner; and
• perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A master’s degree or above in AI, Computer Science, Data Science, Physics, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Automation, or a related STEM discipline;
• Five or more years of relevant R&D/work experience; fresh PhD graduates may also be considered;
• Strong Python programming and AI/ML development skills;
• Experience in one or more areas: LLMs/Generative AI, AI Agents, RAG, Multimodal AI, Computer Vision, Robotics or MLOps;
• Experience in AI deployment, APIs, Docker, cloud/edge AI or robotic integration would be an advantage;
• Experience or knowledge in textile/material applications, computer vision imaging, camera/optical system setup, or industrial automation would be an advantage;
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills; and
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese, with fluency in Putonghua would be an advantage.

Applicants should state their current and expected salary in the application. Salary offered will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment will be offered on a contract basis and under the scheme of Research Talent Hub (RTH) of Innovation and Technology Commission.

Applicants are invited to send detailed curriculum vitae in strict confidence to Human Resources Manager, The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel Limited, 8/F, TAL Building, 49 Austin Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong. (E-mail: [email redacted, apply via Company website]). Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. HKRITA reserves the right to consider late applications and nominations, and to fill or not to fill the positions. Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purpose. Details of the Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at https://www.hkrita.com/en/about-hkrita/career.

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