Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Molecular and Cellular Biology in the School of Biological Sciences

University of Hong Kong

Department
School of Biological Sciences (26000)
Rank
Tenure-Track
Position type
Full-time
Reference
534522
Application deadline
29 May 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Conduct research in Molecular and Cellular Biology with focus areas including molecular imaging, cancer biology, plant biology, microbiome, or biophysics.
  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the School of Biological Sciences.
  • Mentor graduate students and supervise their research.
  • Collaborate across disciplines within the institution.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Possess a Ph.D. degree in a related discipline.
  • Demonstrate strong research accomplishments in Molecular Biology.
  • Show strong interest in teaching and commitment to student mentoring.
  • Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Appointment

  • Full-time, three-year fixed-term contract with possibility of renewal and tenure consideration before expiry of second three-year contract.

Key Dates

  • Application review start: As soon as possible.
  • Application deadline: May 29, 2026 (or until post is filled, whichever is earlier).
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