Research & Development Technician

Applications are invited for appointment as Research & Development Technician (Ref.: H03/2023/06), to commence as soon as possible, on a fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement.

The appointees are expected to assist collaborative research projects in discovery of cancer biomarkers using large scale multi-omics approach, organoid technology and novel animal models, as well as anti-cancer or immuno-oncology drug development.

Qualifications And Skills

Applicants should possess a Bachelor degree or above, preferably in Biomedical Sciences or related disciplines, with at least 1 year of experience in providing technical support to end-users and maintenance of lab equipment. He/She would also need to assist in the daily operation of a biomedical research laboratory. Relevant work experiences at the local universities and research core facilities will be an asset.

Familiar with relevant research techniques in FACS analysis, Molecular Biology, CRISPR technologies, Single Cell Technologies, Next Generation Sequencing, 2D/3D Tissue Culture, PCR, Western Blot, ELISA, Cloning, or Drug screening would be an advantage.

The applicants should have a good command of written and spoken English and strong communication skills, team player, self-motivated, organized, detail- minded, hardworking, willing to learn new techniques, and able to work well in a multidisciplinary team.

The appointee shall work in Hong Kong Science and Technology Park.

Overseas graduates are welcome to apply, the qualification awarding institution should be the top 100 institutions for STEM-related subjects in QS/Shanghai Jiao Tong Uni/Times Higher Education/U.S. News world university rankings.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.

How To Apply

Applicants should submit their up-to-date C.V. and research publication list (where applicable), quoting the job reference number, with information of current/expected remuneration and availability, to [email protected].

Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until the posts are filled.

The personal data provided in your application process will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes. The personal data may be transferred and disclosed to, and used by HKU Innovation Holdings Limited and The University of Hong Kong for the above purposes.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.