The Open University of Hong Kong | Postdoc

2 days ago


kowloon, Hong Kong SAR China The Open University of Hong Kong Full time

Job Description - Postdoc (R6660) (S&T) (2500004)

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge.

As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching.

HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA.

We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the School of Science and Technology:

Job

Full-time R&D

School/Unit

School of Science and Technology

Closing Date

19/Jan/2025, 3:59:00 PM

Major Duties and Responsibilities

  • Conducting various experiments in the science laboratory and field sites;
  • Conducting analysis on samples collected from field sites;
  • Working with the Principal Investigator / supervisors to prepare report writing;
  • Developing training materials and mentoring junior staff and research students;
  • Conducting other research activities as instructed by the Principal Investigator / supervisors.

Candidates

  • A doctorate degree in Bioinformatics / Environmental Science / Chemistry / Molecular Biology / Biochemistry / Microbiology or a related discipline;
  • A record of publications in peer-reviewed journals;
  • Research experience in omics / cell biology / environmental monitoring is preferred;
  • Strong sense of responsibility, effective organizational and interpersonal skills;
  • Very good command of English and Chinese;
  • Preference will be given to those with technical experiences in environmental omics / mass spectrometry / flow-cytometer / flow injection analyzer.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary and an end-of-contract gratuity will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided.

To Apply

Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System.

The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment. For details, please refer to the “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

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