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.
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