Career Opportunities

Research Officer/Assistant Research Officer in the Department of Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 532812)

We now invite applications for the captioned post.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for laboratory and research project supervision
• Oversee the daily administrative and managerial responsibilities of research laboratory
• Perform data analysis, assist in preparing scientific publications, grant proposals and reports
• Liaise and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders
• Supervise postgraduate research student and junior research team members
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• A Ph.D. degree in Medical Sciences, Biological Sciences, or a related discipline, and at least 3 years' working experience as a Postdoctoral Fellow
• Experience in molecular biology, animal experiments and immune-related experiments
• Excellent organizational, writing and verbal communication skills in English, Cantonese and Mandarin Chinese
• Self-motivated, highly committed and be able to work independently as well as collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
• Work experience in research related to metabolic-associated fatty liver disease, chronic hepatitis B and the gut microbiome will be an advantage
• Those with less experience may be considered for appointment as Assistant Research Officer

What We Offer

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a 2-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 10% of basic salary for Assistant Research Officer, and 15% for Research Officer. Housing benefits will also be provided to Research Officer as applicable. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above post.  Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V.  Review of applications will start from August 21, 2025 and continue until September 7, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

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