Post-doctoral Fellow (several posts) in the Division of Public Health Laboratory Sciences

University of Hong Kong

Department
School of Public Health (22400)
Rank
Postdoctoral
Position type
Full-time
Reference
534613
Application deadline
4 Jun 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Lead a research team conducting data analysis on genomic/metagenomic sequencing, ecological surveillance, and environmental data.
  • Develop analysis pipelines for various data types.
  • Work off-campus and outside standard hours occasionally, including weekends.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Ph.D. degree in Biology or related disciplines.
  • Solid knowledge of chemistry and biology with excellent spoken and written English and Chinese.
  • Preferably experienced in virology research and bioinformatic data analysis including microbiome, virome, and environmental metagenomics.
  • Logical, detail-oriented, and self-motivated; preference given to those with virus transmission experience.

Appointment

  • Full-time temporary contract for one to three years with possible renewal subject to funding and satisfactory performance.

Key Dates

  • Commencement: As soon as possible.
  • Application Review Deadline: June 4, 2026 (or until posts are filled, whichever is earlier).
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