Postdoctoral Scholars at South China University of Technology

The Research Group on Offshore Aquaculture and Offshore Renewable Energy, led by Prof. CM Wang at South China University of Technology, Sincerely Invites You to Join Us!

About the University

South China University of Technology (SCUT), located in Guangzhou, is a nationally recognized key university in China. It ranks #187 in the U.S. News 2024 rankings and falls within the #101-150 range in the ARWU 2024 rankings. The School of Marine Science and Engineering is based at SCUT’s Guangzhou International Campus (GZIC), a state-of-the-art facility designed to strengthen the university’s global influence and research capabilities. Most undergraduate courses at GZIC are taught in English.

• Website of SCUT: https://www.scut.edu.cn/en/
• Website of GZIC at SCUT: https://www2.scut.edu.cn/gzic_en/main.htm

Academic Team

• Chien Ming WANG: Visiting Professor at SCUT, Professor at the University of Queensland, Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering, Fellow of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts, and Fellow of the Singapore Academy of Engineering.
• Yan QU: Vice Dean, School of Marine Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology; Professor; Doctoral Supervisor.
• Xiangfeng GUO: Associate Professor at the School of Marine Science and Engineering, SCUT, Doctoral Supervisor, National Talent Program, and Guangdong Province Young Top Talent.
• Yunil CHU: Dr. Yunil Chu obtained his PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Queensland, Australia, in 2021. He worked as a Design Approval Engineer at DNV for 10 years (2007 – 2017), leading over 20 design approval projects for ships and deep-sea new-builds.

Research Areas

• We are looking to recruit 2-3 postdoctoral researchers to engage in research related to large-scale offshore floating aquaculture platforms and offshore renewable energy development. The postdoctoral contract is for 2 years. During the postdoctoral period, there will be support for short-term visits and exchanges at the University of Queensland, Australia, and other internationally renowned research institutions.
• As the global population grows, the demand for high-quality fish protein continues to rise. However, nearshore aquaculture faces challenges such as environmental pollution and limited space, driving a shift toward offshore fish farming. Traditional offshore aquaculture cages, however, struggle to withstand strong winds and waves while maintaining operational efficiency in areas like structure maintenance, fish breeding, harvesting, and energy supply. This project aims to develop an ultra-large floating offshore fish farming platform. By integrating breakwaters and flexibly connected floating structures, the platform creates a stable, sheltered environment that enhances fish survival rates and product quality. Additionally, it serves as a multifunctional hub, combining aquaculture with a breeding centre, fish processing facilities, and renewable energy sources such as wind and wave power. 

Qualifications

Essentials:

1. Abide by the laws and regulations, support the policies of the Communist Party of China, have good political and moral conduct, be in good health, and have strong research capabilities.
2. A Ph.D. from a well-known domestic or international university or research institute in ocean engineering, civil engineering or other related disciplines, with a Ph.D. obtained within the last 3 years.
3. Good collaboration skills, international research and academic exchange capabilities, and a commitment to working full-time at SCUT.
4. Passion for higher education, adherence to professional ethics, and school rules and regulations.
5. Rich research experience in the field of ocean engineering (hydrodynamics, structural analysis, or offshore geotechnics).

Desires:

1. Research experience in offshore aquaculture
2. Research experience in floating structures
3. Research experience in offshore foundation engineering
4. Research experience in net cages or porous structures
5. Proficiency in using numerical simulation methods such as FEM or CFD
6. Multiple high-quality papers published in the field of marine engineering
7. Ability to independently write English papers and reports, with English communication skills

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: Annual salary of 270,000-350,000 RMB + research output rewards + labor/service allowances + social insurance contributions.
• Research Funding: 200,000 RMB in discretionary research funding (for purchasing office computers, experimental equipment, supporting academic conferences, and short-term visits to Australia, etc.).
• Accommodation: Convenient and comfortable rental apartments on campus, within a 10-minute living circle (see some photos at the end of the document).
• Children's Education: The university provides high-quality educational resources for children, including affiliated schools for primary, secondary, and preschool education.
• Healthcare: Public medical services and other welfare benefits.
• Government Policies: provincial and municipal talent policies, with priority and convenient services for social insurance, healthcare, and other benefits.

How to apply

Materials: 

• 1-page cover letter (please explain how you fit to this position)
• CV (including personal information, academic experience, representative achievements, project experience, awards, etc.).

Application Method: Please send the above materials by email to zhoujy@scut.edu.cn

Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview, which will be scheduled as soon as possible after receiving their application. Early applications are encouraged, as the positions remain open until filled.

Inquiries: please contact Dr. Guo at xfguo18@scut.edu.cn