Scholarship: Fully-funded
Degree: Bachelor, Master, Ph.D
Nationality: International Students
Location: Hong Kong
Application deadlines: Open
Scholarship Description:
Dr. Jun Ma is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Urban Planning and Design at the University of Hong Kong. A PhD graduate from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, he is recognized as one of the Top 50 AI+X Young Scholars. His team focuses on cutting-edge research in smart construction and smart cities, undertaking key R&D projects with government and industry.
The research group plans to study large language models and multi-agent collaboration frameworks for developing BIM smart review systems. We are recruiting 2-5 postdoctoral researchers (HKD 30k+/month) and research assistants (HKD 18k+/month) in the following three areas:
Available Subjects:
- Large Language Model Agent Engineer / Postdoctoral Researcher / Research Assistant
- BIM Data Parsing Engineer / Postdoctoral Researcher / Research Assistant
- BIM Web Tool Development Engineer / Postdoctoral Researcher / Research Assistant
Eligibility criteria:
- Background in computer science or related fields; RAs require a bachelor’s degree, while postdoctoral researchers need a PhD. Preference for those with publications on large language models.
- Familiarity with LLM application development frameworks and common algorithms, such as knowledge enhancement, tool learning, and automated code generation.
- Responsible for developing a multi-agent collaboration framework for BIM compliance review after joining.
- Background in civil engineering, architecture, or computer science; RAs require a bachelor’s degree, while postdoctoral researchers need a PhD. Preference for those with publications on BIM automation.
- Familiarity with common BIM data structures and tools; experience in Revit customization is a plus.
- Responsible for designing the main functions of a knowledge system and tool platform for BIM-LLM interaction after joining.
- Background in computer science; RAs require a bachelor’s degree, while postdoctoral researchers need a PhD. Preference for those with development experience.
- Full-stack development skills; ability to use Revit API or Autodesk Platform Services; familiarity with 3D visualization is a plus.
- Responsible for building a cloud-based, 3D visualization, and voice-interactive human-computer collaboration platform after joining.
Application Procedure:
Timeline: The admission process is in batches. The first batch of applications is accepted until March 10, 2025, and the second until June 30. Early submissions will be prioritized for review and interviews; positions will close once filled.
Materials: Please provide the following:
- A personal statement detailing the desired position and a description of your qualifications.
- A CV that includes all degrees from undergraduate to PhD for postdoctoral applicants, and work experience, relevant projects, competitions, or products for engineers.
- Any additional materials you wish to showcase.
Email: Send your materials to [email protected] with the subject line formatted as [Target Position – Name – Abbreviated University Name – Degree Title], e.g., [Postdoctoral Researcher in Large Language Models – Zhang San – Tsinghua University – PhD in Computer Science].
