Research Associate/Research Assistant I, Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Employer
- THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
- Location
- Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong
- Closing date
- 15 May 2021
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- Academic Discipline
- Biological Sciences, Clinical, Pre-clinical & Health, Life sciences, Medicine & Dentistry
- Job Type
- Research Related, Research Assistants / Officers, Research Associate
- Contract Type
- Fixed Term
- Hours
- Full Time, Part Time
Work type: Fractional / Part-time, Full-time
Department: Department of Mechanical Engineering (14500)
Categories: Academic-related Staff, Research Support Staff
Applications are invited for appointment as Full-time / Part-time Research Associate / Research Assistant I in the Department of Mechanical Engineering (Ref.: 503930), to commence as soon as possible for one year with the possibility of renewal up to 4 years subject to satisfactory performance.
Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomedical Science, Biological Science, Medical Sciences, Biotechnology, or related disciplines, preferably with at least one year’s post-qualification experience. Preference will be given to those with previous experience in handling clinical research or clinical trials on pharmaceutical, medical device, biologics, or cell-based products. They should be sensible; mature; attentive to details; able to multitask with good and effective organizational and time management skills; and able to work in a multidisciplinary environment by coordinating among clinicians, scientists, engineers, industries and regulatory agents. They should also have a strong sense of responsibility, good communication and interpersonal skills.
The appointee will be responsible for coordinating clinical trial and related matters; planning for subject recruitment, treatment, assessment and investigation schedules; participating in data collection, entry and organization; conducting questionnaires; administering documentation associated with clinical trial management, ethics submission and regulations; and performing other associated duties as assigned. Enquiries about the duties of the post should be sent to Professor B. Chan at bpchan@hku.hk. Applicants with higher qualifications may be considered for appointment as Research Associate.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits, if applicable. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until May 15, 2021, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
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