Work type: Full-time
Department: Research Division for Molecular and Cell Biology (25003)
Categories: Academic-related Staff, Research Support Staff

Application is invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow/Research Assistant I/II in the Research Division for Molecular and Cell Biology (Ref.: 498954), to commence in February 2020 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.  Those with research experience in CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing are preferred.  The appointee will participate in a project about how DNA replication/repair intermediates pose a substantial threat to cell division and genome stability (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.  Applicants with less qualifications may be considered for appointment as Research Assistant I/II.  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, 2020, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.