Senior Research Assistant in the HKU-Pasteur Research Pole of the School of Public Health
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18 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Senior Research Assistant in the HKU-Pasteur Research Pole of the School of Public Health(Ref.: 534423) (to commence as soon as possible on a one-year temporary term or two-year fixed-term contract with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance).
Applicants should possess a Masters degree or above in biomedical sciences life sciences or related disciplines with at least 5 years of relevant laboratory experience in infectious disease research. They should demonstrate strong expertise in virology molecular biology and protein production. Experience in immunological or serological testing is desired. Preference will be given to those with experience working with influenza or other BSL2 viruses. They should also demonstrate an excellent work ethic a professional temperament strong organisational and problem-solving skills the ability to work independently and a good command of written and spoken English. Experience in budgeting procurement and regulatory compliance will be an advantage.
The appointee will work under the supervision of Professor Sook-San Wong to manage and maintain the daily operations of the laboratory. He/She will oversee coordinate and support research projects including protein production and immunological testing. He/She will also supervise junior staff and students liaise with collaborators and perform other duties as assigned.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme totalling up to 10% of basic salary.
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue untilApril 1 2026 or until the post is filled whichever is earlier.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Spss
- Data Collection
- DNA Isolation
- Stata
- Biochemistry
- Qualitative Research Interviewing
- Research Experience
- Statistical Software
- Molecular Biology
- Research Laboratory Experience
- Western Blot
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.
