Research Assistant Professor in Biomarker Discovery and Clinical Proteomics
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Job Summary
Research Assistant Professor in Biomarker Discovery and Clinical Proteomics in the Department of Medicine School of Clinical Medicine(Ref.: 533090)
We now invite applications for the captioned post.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct research on chronic metabolic diseases including obesity diabetes ageing cardiovascular diseases Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH) neurodegenerative disorders and biostatistics
- Discover and characterize novel humoral factors and biomarkers involved in the regulation of metabolic homeostasis
- Utilize advanced quantitative proteomics platforms such as Olink and Simoa technology to identify and validate disease-specific biomarkers in clinical samples
- Lead research projects investigating adipose tissue heterogeneity and the secretory factors involved in the conversion of white adipocytes to brown adipocytes
- A minimum commitment of 5.5 working days per week is required
Requirements
- A Ph.D. degree preferably in Biology Biomedical Sciences Multi-omics or Bioinformatics
- A strong track record of high-quality research demonstrated by publications and successful grant applications
- At least three years of postdoctoral research experience is preferred
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills with the ability to deliver clear accurate and well-structured scientific writing
- Strong presentation skills are highly desirable
- A high sense of responsibility and research integrity with the ability to work independently collaboratively and under pressure
For more information about our research directions please visit our lab website:
What We Offer
The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a 1-year temporary basis or 2- to 3-year fixed-term basis with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. The appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 15% of basic benefits include annual leave medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.
How to Apply
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the Universitys Careers site () and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start from September 23 2025 and continue until December 31 2025 or until the postisfilled whichever is earlier.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and
is committed to equality ethics inclusivity diversity and transparency
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Experience
- Medical Management
- Library Services
- Pharmacy Residency
- Research Experience
- Teaching
- Higher Education Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Grant Writing
- Mentoring
- Research Laboratory Experience
About Company
Established in 1911, the University of Hong Kong (HKU) is the territory’s oldest institute of higher learning and also an internationally recognized, research led, comprehensive university.
