Post-doctoral Fellow (several posts) in Metabolic Medicine and Immunometabolism
University of Hong Kong
- Department
- Department of Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine (20600)
- Rank
- Postdoctoral
- Position type
- Full-time
- Reference
- 534218
- Application deadline
- 30 Apr 2026
Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct research on chronic metabolic diseases including obesity, diabetes, ageing, and cardiovascular diseases.
- Discover and characterize novel humoral factors and biomarkers involved in metabolic homeostasis regulation.
- Perform biomedical experiments using molecular biology techniques and biostatistical analysis.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Ph.D. degree in a relevant field is required.
- Preferably have experience in molecular biology, immunology, bioinformatics, multi-omics, or genetically-modified mice manipulation.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and collaboration skills with ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.
Appointment
- Contract — 1-3 years with possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
Key Dates
- Application review start: Two weeks from posting.
- Application deadline: April 30, 2026 (or until posts are filled, whichever is earlier).
- Commencement date: As soon as possible.