Senior Technical Officer/ Technical Officer

University of Hong Kong

Department
University of Hong Kong
Rank
Non-Academic
Position type
Full-time
Reference
534288
Application deadline
31 Jul 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Assist with the operation of electron microscopes and sample preparation procedures.
  • Perform ultramicrotomy and biological sample preparation for electron microscopy.
  • Maintain electron microscopy facilities and follow Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Troubleshoot instruments and workflows while maintaining accurate records.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or above in life sciences, biological science, or equivalent.
  • At least 2 years of relevant experience in research and biological electron microscopy.
  • Proven proficiency in ultramicrotomy and biological sample preparation for EM.
  • Excellent written and spoken English and Chinese communication skills with strong interpersonal abilities.

Appointment

  • Full-time, fixed-term contract for 2 years with possibility of renewal subject to funding and satisfactory performance; includes contract-end gratuity and up to 10% of basic salary in retirement benefits.

Key Dates

  • Application review commencement: As soon as possible
  • Application deadline: July 31, 2026 (or until post is filled, whichever is earlier)
  • Contract commencement: As soon as possible
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