Associate/Assistant Professor in Robotics

The University of Macau (UM) is a comprehensive research-oriented public university of international standing in the Macao Special Administrative Region, which is located in the western part of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), one of the world’s fastest-growing hubs for technology and innovation. UM is ranked 145th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings and 267th in the QS World University Rankings. With a scenic campus of approximately 1 km2 on Hengqin island, UM has achieved significant progress in the past decade as evidenced by its rising international repute, state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, and the establishment of three State Key Laboratories in microelectronics, Chinese medicine, and internet of things for smart city. Committed to supporting Macao’s economic diversification and the development of the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, UM actively advances frontier research and develops interdisciplinary programmes in a range of strategic areas, including precision oncology, advanced materials, regional oceanography, artificial intelligence and robotics, data science, cognitive and brain science, and economics and finance. Leveraging its ‘4-in-1’ model of education and residential college system, UM provides all-round undergraduate education, nurturing talent to support social and economic development of Macao and the wider GBA. As part of its continued development, UM is establishing a new campus in the Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, setting the stage for the university to become the first higher education institution in Macao to extend operations into the Cooperation Zone. Scheduled to commence operations in 2028, the Cooperation Zone campus will usher in the ‘one university, two campuses’ model, further strengthening UM’s capacity for teaching and research. With unprecedented growth and development, UM offers a wide range of opportunities for high-calibre talents at all levels to achieve their career goals. The university uses English as its working language and primary medium of instruction. 

The Department of Robotics (ROB) of the Faculty of Information Science and Computing (FIC) invites applications for the position of Full/Associate/Assistant Professor in Robotics. This recruitment supports the launch of a new Bachelor of Science in Robotics programme, designed to develop future leaders equipped with interdisciplinary expertise, hands-on proficiency, innovative problem-solving skills, a strong sense of ethical and social responsibility, and readiness for lifelong career success. 

As part of a strategic expansion, UM recently established five science and technology faculties through the restructuring of part of its existing faculties. In which, the FIC emerges from a thoughtful and forward-looking reorganization of the former Faculty of Science and Technology, reflecting our university’s commitment to sharper academic focus, greater interdisciplinary synergy, and a more agile response to the rapidly evolving landscape of information science and intelligent technologies. The Faculty brings together six interconnected departments—Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Electronic and Communication Engineering, Microelectronics, Robotics, and FinTech & Business Intelligence. 

The Department of ROB currently has 12 academic staff, which focuses on core scientific challenges and leading-edge advancements in intelligent machine design, autonomous control, and human-robot collaboration. It provides a solid theoretical and engineering foundation for innovation and technological applications in various fields, including industrial, service, medical, underwater, and specialized robots, as well as soft and micro/nano robots, and swarm intelligence. 

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Preference will be given to candidates with research and teaching experience at the tertiary education level. To align with future development goals, preference will also be given to candidates specializing in frontier robotics technologies. Specific fields include, but are not limited to: (1) Embodied AI and Machine Learning for Robotics; (2) Multi-Robot Systems; (3) Human–Robot Interaction; and (4) Robot Perception and Sensor Fusion. 

The selected candidate is expected to assume duty in January 2027 and the position will be open until filled. 

Remuneration

A taxable annual remuneration starting from MOP1,250,200 (approximately USD154,350) for the position of Full Professor, 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 apply ONLINE. Review of applications will 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

Email: vacancy@um.edu.mo

Tel: +853 8822 8574; 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**