Technical Officer/Senior Technical Assistant in Biobank Core

University of Hong Kong

Department
Centre for PanorOmic Sciences (22200)
Rank
Non-Academic
Position type
Full-time
Reference
537520
Start date
As soon as possible.
Salary / grade
Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience; details not specified.
Application deadline
31 Oct 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Support core services for sample processing and equipment maintenance in the Biobank Core.
  • Support data management in the Biobank Core using LIMS systems.
  • Liaise with users to coordinate service logistics and sample handling.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or above in Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related discipline.
  • Strong passion for science and technologies with self-motivation and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Good command of spoken and written Chinese and English, with proficiency in MS Office applications.
  • Prior experience in processing clinical samples is advantageous.
  • Proficiency in microtome and cryostat for FFPE and frozen tissue sectioning is advantageous.

Appointment

  • Full-time, 2-year fixed-term contract (renewable) with contract-end gratuity and University retirement benefits contribution up to 10% of basic salary.

Key Dates

  • Posted date: 2026-10-01
  • Closing date: 2026-10-31
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