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Ref.: 533983 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Humanities (05200) Categories: Teaching Staff Assistant Lecturer in the School of Humanities (Philosophy) (Ref.: 533983) (to commence in July 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter, 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, with the possibility of renewal) Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree in Philosophy, or a related field. Preference will be given to those with experience in teaching and programme development on philosophy, or philosophy of AI or Politics and Economics. The appointee will be responsible for teaching and academic advising at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels for the Department of Philosophy, including the Master of Arts in the field of AI, Ethics and Society programme and Master of Arts in the field of Philosophy, Politics, and Economics programme. Information about the Department can be obtained at https://philosophy.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. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of application will commence as soon as possible and continue until March 31, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Ref.: 534147 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, School of Clinical Medicine (21000) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 534147), to commence as soon as possible for one to three year(s), with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance. Research Context & Project Background The Department of Orthopaedics of Traumatology, School of Clinical of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated and talented Post-doctoral Fellow to join our multidisciplinary research team focusing on the molecular mechanisms of musculoskeletal diseases, including intervertebral disc degeneration (IVDD) and rare bone diseases like Pseudoachondroplasia (PSACH). Given that skeletal disorders often involve complex "ER storage" pathologies and genetic mutations, our research aims to bridge the gap between clinical observation and molecular therapy. The successful candidate will leverage the unique clinical resources of the Greater Bay Area and the advanced research facilities at the University to develop innovative treatments. Duties and Responsibilities Design and conduct experiments involving molecular biology, genetics, and gene editing (e.g., CRISPR/Cas9) to model orthopedic pathologies. Manage and perform functional studies using animal models (e.g., transgenic mice) to evaluate disease progression and therapeutic efficacy. Utilize induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) technology to create disease-in-a-dish models for high-throughput screening. Perform sophisticated transcriptomic data analysis (e.g., RNA-seq, single-cell RNA-seq) to identify novel biomarkers and therapeutic targets. Prepare high-quality manuscripts for publication in international peer-reviewed journals. Assist in the supervision of postgraduate students and junior research staff. Requirements A Ph.D. degree in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biotechnology, or a related field. Strong hands-on experience in gene editing and animal model handling. Proficiency in bioinformatics tools for transcriptomic data analysis is highly preferred. A solid publication record in reputable international journals. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. Experience in musculoskeletal research or bone biology will be considered an advantage. Remuneration and Benefits A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. Application procedure The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., a cover letter stating their research interests and experience, and the contact information of at least three referees. Review of applications will start from January 26, 2026 and continue until February 13, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Ref.: 534149 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy (21300) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Post-doctoral Fellow in Drug Delivery, Nanomedicine & Advanced Therapeutics at the Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy (several posts) (Ref.: 534149)  We now invite applicants to join the Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics Lab of Drug Delivery, Nanomedicine & Advanced Therapeutics at the Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy, LKS Faculty of Medicine. We are looking to recruit a number of highly motivated postdoctoral fellows, PhD students, a lab technician and a research officer to join the international lab of Professor Khuloud Al-Jamal, a Chair of Drug Delivery and Nanomedicine. The aim of our lab is to use nanotechnology to better understand, diagnose and treat diseases with particular interests in cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. We are a highly collaborative and multidisciplinary lab eager to create an impact on people’s lives taking research a step beyond the lab.  Research projects we are looking to pursue are in the areas of extracellular vesicles & cell therapy, immunotherapy, nucleic acids therapeutics for brain cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. Duties and Responsibilities: Design and develop small molecules, nucleic acids and peptide therapeutics. Design, prepare and characterize nanoparticles. Employ state-of-the-art techniques to assess the physicochemical properties of nanoparticles, ensuring their stability, drug release kinetics, encapsulation efficiency and electron microscopy imaging. Integrate innovative approaches to enhance the specificity and efficiency of advanced therapeutics, with a particular emphasis on addressing challenges related to tissue penetration and targeted delivery. Conduct cell culture studies using cell lines, primary cultures and/or patients' tissues for efficacy evaluation. Conduct in vivo studies, including administration of nanoparticles, monitoring fate, therapeutic response, and assessing the impact on disease progression. Develop relevant disease models to assess therapeutic efficacy of a specific treatment. Demonstrate understanding of the disease pathology for better design of advanced therapeutics. Coordinate with clinical collaborators to obtain ethical approvals and obtaining human tissue samples for subsequent studies. Engage in collaborative projects both internally and externally. Periodically report progress to PI, co-investigators, project collaborators, and project funder. Initiate and contribute to grant writing activities. Write study-specific procedures for analytical methods, protocols, and reports and provide training on processes and equipment. Supervise and co-supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students. Disseminate research findings through the preparation of research articles and presentations at international conferences. Foster an agile and friendly working environment within the research group. Requirements: Education and Expertise: Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacology, Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Bioengineering, Chemistry, Data Science or related fields. Post-doctorate experience preferred. Proven track record in conducting high-quality biological or chemical research. Demonstrated history of writing reports and scientific articles based on research results. Research Skills: Strong background in various research areas including pre-clinical studies, image-guided delivery, nucleic acid therapeutics, targeting and therapeutic aptamers/peptides, immunotherapy, RNA biology, nose-to-brain delivery, blood brain barrier targeting, nanoparticle formulation, peptide therapeutics, T cells therapy, extracellular vesicles, cancer vaccines, brain cancer, motor neuron disease, protein corona, hydrogels, and gene therapy/editing. Hands-on experience in advanced cell culture techniques and in vivo models. Proficiency in various cell and molecular biology experimentation techniques like PCR, gels, Western blotting, Immunohistochemistry, ELISA and flow cytometry, immune profiling. Experience in bioconjugations. Desirable Skills: Highly desirable skills include various in-vivo tracking modalities and imaging techniques for monitoring drug delivery dynamics. Additional advantageous skills involve working with patient tissue handling and culturing, surgical implantation of brain cancer, cryo-electron microscopy, transcriptome, proteome, single cell sequencing and bioinformatics, iPSC derived cells, tissue organoids and/or tissue slices, analytical techniques e.g. LC-MS, liquid scintillation, HPLC, MS, NMR. Administrative and Collaborative Skills: Ability to manage a research programme financially and administratively under the guidance of the Principal Investigator. Ability to work independently with excellent problem-solving skills, collaborate within a team, and supervise students. High attention to detail in experimental design and execution with a willingness to adapt to new procedures and undergo further training as necessary. Language and Technical Competence: Excellent command of written and spoken English. Capable of writing grants and contributing to additional funding acquisition. Proficient in IT skills for efficient data management and communication within the research programme. What We Offer The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary basis for 1 year, with the possibility of renewal up to 3 years subjected to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries. Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref: 532606) need not re-apply. How to Apply The University only accepts online application for the above post(s). Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until March 31, 2026, or until the post(s) is/are filled, whichever is earlier. 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