Post-doctoral Fellow, School of Biomedical Sciences
- Employer
- THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
- Location
- Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong
- Salary
- competitive salary
- Closing date
- 13 Apr 2025
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- Academic Discipline
- Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Life sciences, Chemistry
- Job Type
- Academic Posts, Postdocs
- Contract Type
- Fixed Term
- Hours
- Full Time
Ref.: 531039
Work type: Full-time
Department: School of Biomedical Sciences (22600)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow
Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the School of Biomedical Sciences (Ref.: 531039), to commence as soon as possible for one year, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Biochemistry, Structural Biology, or a related field, and demonstrate exceptional experimental, writing, and communication abilities. Preference will be given to candidates with research experience in human DNA damage response and repair and cryo-EM. In particular, we seek applicants with expertise in techniques relevant to molecular biology and biochemistry, such as molecular cloning, protein expression and using different expression systems (including insect cells and mammalian cells) and expression optimisation, protein purification using different chromatographic methods and purification optimization, and functional assays. Candidates should demonstrate a strong command of both written and spoken English, along with effective communication skills. Additionally, they should display self-motivation, innovation, and the capacity to thrive in an interdisciplinary team environment. For inquiries regarding the position, please contact Professor Shikang Liang at shikang@hku.hk .
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 applications for the above post at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and uploads an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start from January 28, 2025, and continue until April 13, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency
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