Senior Technical Officer / Technical Officer in Proteomics and Metabolomics Core

University of Hong Kong

Department
Centre for PanorOmic Sciences (22200)
Rank
Non-Academic
Position type
Full-time
Reference
537004
Application deadline
31 Aug 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Operate sophisticated scientific instruments including HPLC, GC, QQQ, Q-TOF, Orbitrap, and QTRAP to support core services and research.
  • Maintain and support state-of-the-art equipment that facilitates cutting-edge translational research.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Master's degree or above in Analytical Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, or a related discipline.
  • At least 2-3 years of relevant laboratory experience in proteomics.
  • Experience operating and maintaining sophisticated analytical instruments.
  • Working knowledge of MS-based technologies and experience in a core facility is advantageous.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work collaboratively in a team.
  • Competent in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Appointment

  • Full-time, fixed-term contract for two years with possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance; includes contract-end gratuity and University contribution to retirement benefits scheme totalling up to 10% of basic salary.

Key Dates

  • Application review start date: As soon as possible
  • Closing date: August 31, 2026 (or until post is filled, whichever is earlier)
  • Start date: As soon as possible
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