Senior Technical Assistant in Bioresearch Support Core

Senior Technical Assistant in Bioresearch Support Core of the Centre for PanorOmic Sciences (CPOS) (Ref.: 533252) (to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 10% of basic salary, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance)

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Centre for PanorOmic Sciences (CPOS) is an academic research-support centre embracing multi-omics and big data biomedical research under the LKS Faculty of Medicine. CPOS core laboratories host state-of-the-art technology platforms with sophisticated equipment supported by over 75 dedicated members. Welcome to visit https://cpos.hku.hk to explore more.

Career Prospects

• Excellent on-job training
• Long-term development opportunities
• Exposures and interactions with world-class research groups
• Expert technical and managerial career track

The Role

• Provide training and technical support to users utilizing laboratory instruments
• Manage and maintain laboratory instruments
• Assist in procurement and stock management of laboratory consumables
• Handle documents and prepare reports
• Provide organizational support for events and seminars
• Perform administrative duties as assigned

Qualifications And Qualities

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Biological or Biomedical research related is a plus
• Experience in administration and procurement is preferred
• Self-motivated, responsible, have good communication skills and enjoy teamwork
• Candidates with higher qualifications or more experience may be considered for the position of Senior Technical Officer/Technical Officer
• Fresh graduates will also be considered

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview. Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 533049) need not re-apply.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits, continuing professional development, and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s career site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until October 31, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.