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Ref.: 537726 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine (20700) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Applications are invited for appointment as Assistant Research Officer/Research Officer in the Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 537726), to commence as soon as possible on a one-year temporary basis or a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. We are recruiting an Assistant Research Officer/Research Officer to join an antiviral drug discovery project focused on developing small-molecule approaches to target conserved viral RNA elements. Requirements Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree and have at least 3 years of relevant postdoctoral research experience working on related projects. Prior experience in virology is preferred. They should demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, RNA structural biology, RNA–small molecule interactions, computational chemistry, cheminformatics, or AI-assisted virtual drug screening. Experience in RNA-targeted therapeutics, molecular docking, RNA binding assays, structure–activity relationship analysis, or computational drug discovery would be highly advantageous. Duties The appointee will contribute to viral RNA target analysis, RNA structure modeling, virtual screening, compound prioritization, small-molecule design, assay development, and early-stage drug discovery. He/She will lead and execute end-to-end research projects in RNA-targeted therapeutics, antiviral drug discovery, medicinal chemistry, RNA structural biology, computational drug screening. He/She will design and implement translational research strategies and also conduct biostatistical analysis to interpret experimental data. He/She will be expected to collaborate closely with colleagues, proactively share knowledge, and consistently deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced and deadline-driven research environment. The appointee will work mainly in the Hong Kong Science Park but occasionally in HKU. What We Offer A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 15% of basic salary for Research Officer; 10% of basic salary for Assistant Research Officer. Housing benefits will also be provided to Research Officer as applicable.  How to apply 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 start from November 9, 2026 and continue until December 31, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Ref.: 537751 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Surgery, School of Clinical Medicine (21700) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Applications are invited for the following post: Senior Research Assistant in the Department of Surgery, School of Clinical Medicine (to commence as soon as possible for two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance) Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Biomedical Sciences, Life Sciences, Multi-omics, or a related discipline, with more than ten years of relevant research experience. A strong background in miRNA biology, circulating biomarkers, exosomes, and translational cancer research is essential. Applicants with at least five years of postdoctoral research experience, a proven publication record in peer-reviewed journals, and experience presenting research findings at major international conferences will have an advantage. The appointee will join a research team investigating cancer development and progression, with a particular focus on miRNA regulation, proteomic profiling, and circulating biomarkers for diagnosis, prognosis, and prediction of metastasis. He/She will conduct research on oncogenic and tumour-suppressor miRNAs and their downstream signalling pathways, investigate the functional roles of endogenous and extracellular (exosomal) miRNAs, perform proteomic profiling of oncogenes and tumour suppressors, and identify and validate circulating biomarkers associated with metastasis and clinical outcomes. The appointee will also assist in clinical sample collection and processing, maintain research databases and biobanking resources, support grant proposal preparation and laboratory management, contribute to manuscript preparation, and present research findings at scientific meetings. Applicants should possess strong organisational, coordination and problem-solving skills, be able to manage multiple concurrent tasks effectively, and demonstrate a high level of motivation and initiative. The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research environment is essential. Opportunities for scientific authorship will be available where contributions merit. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment on a two-year fixed-term basis will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 10% of basic salary. 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 start as soon as possible and continue until 20 November 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. The University places great emphasis on developing staff potential and has in place a variety of development opportunities and assistance for staff at different stages of their career. The University thanks applicants for their interest, but advises that only candidates shortlisted for interviews will be notified of the application result.The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency.

Ref.: 537717 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Public Health (22400) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Post-doctoral Fellow in the Hong Kong Jockey Club Global Health Institute (HKJCGHI) of the School of Public Health (Ref.: 537717), to commence as soon as possible on a one-year or two-year temporary term contract, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in biological/medical sciences with experience in B and T cell immunology, or virology/ microbiology and a proven research track record. Strong communication skills and a good command of spoken and written English are essential. Applicants should be organized, attentive to details, responsible, self-motivated, and be able to work independently as well as in a team. Prior experience in working with respiratory viruses, vaccine/drug development and/or innate immunity would be advantageous. The appointee will deliver collaborative projects related to the development of live-attenuated vaccine strategies targeting influenza and other respiratory diseases. The appointee will be expected to either deliver projects with an immunology focus (characterising immune mechanisms) or a molecular virology focus (vaccine development). Enquiries about the duties of the post should be sent to Ms Ingrid Lam at ilht@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 application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until January 2, 2027, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.