PhD Recruitment at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Scholarship: Fully-funded
Degree: Bachelor, Master
Nationality: International Students
Location: Hong Kong
Application deadlines: Open


Scholarship Description:

Institution: Institute of Intelligent Wearable Systems, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, School of Fashion and Textiles

Number of Positions: 1-2

Start Date: September 2025

Duration: 3 years

Supervisory Team

  • Junhong Pu (Research Assistant Professor)
  • Xiaoming Tao (Chair Professor / Director of the Institute)

Application Areas

  • Flexible Actuators
  • Flexible Robotics
  • Haptic Feedback Devices
  • Wearable Technology



 Available Subjects:

  • Flexible Polymer Composites
  • Functional Fiber Materials
  • Intelligent Fabric Structures



Eligibility criteria:

  • Degree Requirement: Master’s degree obtained or expected.
  • Undergraduate Preferences:
  • Graduates from 985/211 universities, or
  • Top 100 QS/THE/ARWU rankings with top 30% performance, or
  • GPA ≥ 3.4 (4.0 scale).
  • Relevant Background:
  • Polymer Science
  • Polymer Processing
  • Textile Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Actuator Devices
  • Flexible Devices, etc.
  • English Proficiency (one of the following):
  • IELTS ≥ 6.5
  • TOEFL ≥ 80
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • First or second author in JCR Q1/Q2 SCI journals.
  • Recipient of national scholarships.
  • Winner of national competition first prize.
  • Other Requirements:
  • Strong independent thinking.
  • Research and English writing skills.
  • Good communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Diligent, proactive, and responsible.
  • Strong hands-on skills.

Application Procedure:

Please send the following materials to: [email protected]

  • Undergraduate Transcript
  • Personal Resume