Post-doctoral Fellow

University of Hong Kong

Department
Department of Pathology, School of Clinical Medicine (21200)
Rank
Postdoctoral
Position type
Full-time
Reference
536726
Application deadline
30 Sep 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Perform data analysis of single cell RNA-sequencing and transcriptomics data.
  • Conduct Nanopore long read sequencing analysis and multimodality deep learning model development in different sarcomas.
  • Handle clinical samples such as FFPE tissue and blood.
  • Prepare samples for scRNA-seq and perform DNA/RNA extractions.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Ph.D. degree in biological science, biomedical sciences, bioinformatics or related disciplines.
  • Essential expertise in bioinformatics, deep learning, and biomedical image and clinical data analysis (Linux, R programming).
  • Self-driven, highly motivated, and creative with excellent written and spoken English and Cantonese communication skills.
  • Publications in related fields and basic laboratory skills are advantageous.

Appointment

  • Full-time contract — 1 to 2 years with possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.

Key Dates

  • Commencement: As soon as possible
  • Application review start: As soon as possible
  • Application deadline: September 30, 2026 (or until post is filled, whichever is earlier)
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