Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, School of Clinical Medicine (20900)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow

Applications are invited for appointment as Scientific Officer in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 519877), to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Bioinformatics or other related disciplines, with excellent track record of research grants and high-quality impactful publications on stem cells, genomics or multi-omics studies.  Interdisciplinary expertise along with experience in conducting collaborative research with researchers would be an advantage.  They should be organized, self-motivated, fluent in written and spoken English and Cantonese, and able to work independently as well as in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The appointee will work on research projects and take a leading role in laboratory management;  communicate with collaborators; prepare reports and scientific publication; and monitor the administration of laboratories.

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 appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary.  Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable.  

The University only accept online application for the post.  Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. and research publication list.  Review of applications will commence on April 15, 2023 and continue until June 30, 2023, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.