Work type: Full-time
Department: School of Biological Sciences (26000)
Categories: Academic-related Staff

Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the School of Biological Sciences (Ref.: 509051), to commence as soon as possible for one year, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Cell/Molecular Biology, with good research experience in cell culture and molecular biology technique, including CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing. Those with research experience in purification of the endogenous complex for biochemical/structural study or mouse xenograft model are highly preferred. The appointee will participate in a collaborative research project investigating the molecular mechanism of the ultrafine anaphase bridge (UFB)-resolving complex (see Chan and West, 2018 Cell Cycle. PMCID: PMC6226235; Chan et al., 2018 Nature Cell Biology. PMCID: PMC5742284). Further information can be found at the lab website https://sites.google.com/site/garychanlab/home. Enquiries about the post should be sent to Dr. Gary Ying Wai Chan at gywchan@hku.hk.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. 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 commence as soon as possible and continue until February 28, 2022, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.