Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Microbiology (20700)
Categories: Academic-related Staff

Assistant Research Officer in the Department of Microbiology (Ref.: 498608) (to commerce as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 10% of basic salary, and with the possibility of renewal, subject to satisfactory performance)

Applicants should possess a Master’s degree or above, preferably in Microbiology, Biological Science or related disciplines, with at least 6 years’ hands-on and solid laboratory work experience in virus culture and animal handling in biosafety level 2 and 3 laboratory. They should have good interpersonal and organizational skills, and proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese. They should also be responsible, self-motivated and able to work independently. ​The appointee will manage laboratory safety in BSL-2 laboratory; design, coordinate and conduct various research experiments; maintain cell and virus stocks; and order and maintain supplies and equipment inventories for the laboratory. He/She will also provide virus culture and animal handling training in BSL-2 and 3 laboratory to staff and students, and perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

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

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Closes September 20, 2019.