Senior Research Assistant in the HKU-Pasteur Research Pole of the School of Public Health

University of Hong Kong

Department
School of Public Health (22400)
Rank
Research Assistant/Associate
Position type
Full-time
Reference
536212
Application deadline
1 Aug 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Manage and maintain daily laboratory operations under professorial supervision.
  • Oversee, coordinate, and support research projects including protein production and immunological testing.
  • Supervise junior staff and students.
  • Liaise with collaborators and perform assigned duties.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Master's degree or above in biomedical sciences, life sciences, or related disciplines.
  • At least 5 years of relevant laboratory experience in infectious disease research.
  • Strong expertise in virology, molecular biology, and protein production.
  • Experience in immunological or serological testing (desired).
  • Preference for experience with influenza or other BSL2 viruses.
  • Excellent work ethic, professional temperament, strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and good command of written and spoken English.
  • Experience in budgeting, procurement, and regulatory compliance (advantageous).

Appointment

  • One-year temporary term or two-year fixed-term contract, with possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance.

Key Dates

  • Application review start: As soon as possible.
  • Application deadline: August 1, 2026 (or when post is filled, whichever is earlier).
  • Commencement: As soon as possible.
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