PhD Research Fellow

Company Description

National Chung Cheng University, located in Chiayi County, Taiwan, is a prestigious institution known for its exceptional academic programs across 7 colleges and various departments including Computer Science and Information Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Foreign Language, and Mathematics. The university boasts a faculty of over 500 professors and a student population exceeding 12,000. For more information, visit

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a non-Taiwanese International PhD Research Fellow at National Chung Cheng University in Chiayi County, Taiwan. The Research Fellow will be responsible for conducting high-quality research in AI, deep learning, smart city applications including environment monitoring, smart traffic, and UAV design with edge-AI system, collaborating with faculty members, publishing research findings, and participating in academic conferences and seminars.

Qualifications

• At least 2 SCI papers, with at least one paper in Q1 WOS SCI journals (Scopus not counted).
• 2 Recommendation letters, one from your PhD supervisor and another one from your current employer or anyone who is familiar with your expertise and experiences.
• Approval for Re-Recruitment: Need to publish at least 2 SCI papers in the first year (one of which is in Q1 SCI journal) and at least 4 SCI papers (two of which are in Q1 SCI journals) annually starting from the second year.
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team

Salary

• Around NT$80K per month, similar to an assistant professor salary in Taiwan. Actual salary depends on qualification and the final decision of the university evaluation committee.

Contact

Send in one email the following to Prof. Pao-Ann Hsiung at

:

• Complete CV, including all publications, with SCI IF and Q1/Q2 indicators.
• At least 2 recommendation letters (can be sent separately to me by the recommender).
• At least 2 SCI papers (full articles in PDF), one of which is published in Q1 journal within the past 5 years. Must be in the areas of AI, deep learning, smart city applications including environment monitoring, smart traffic, edge-AI system design, and UAV design. Other areas will *
  not*
  be considered if sent directly without prior inquiry or approval.
• Cover letter, need to mention your current employment status.

Deadline

• November 14, 2025
  (do not mail any application beyond this date).