Research Assistant I
University of Hong Kong
- Department
- Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine (20700)
- Rank
- Research Assistant/Associate
- Position type
- Full-time
- Reference
- 536936
- Application deadline
- 31 Oct 2026
Duties & Responsibilities
- Work on research projects related to viral, bacterial, and fungal diagnostics and emerging infectious diseases.
- Troubleshoot problems in molecular assays and NGS library preparation.
- Support research activities under supervision of designated faculty members.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or above in Biological/Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, or related discipline.
- Fluency in Cantonese, English, and Mandarin.
- Experience in molecular diagnostics and Next Generation Sequencing library preparation is advantageous.
Appointment
- Full-time, two-year fixed-term contract with possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance; includes contract-end gratuity and University contribution to retirement benefits scheme (up to 10% of basic salary).
Key Dates
- Start date: As soon as possible.
- Application review start date: As soon as possible.
- Closing date: October 31, 2026 (whichever is earlier).