Senior Technical Officer / Technical Officer in Proteomics and Metabolomics Core

HKU Careers; Lannion; On-site; EUR 59,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Medical benefits

Continuing professional development

On-campus gym and library access

Job summary

HKU Careers through the Centre for PanorOmic Sciences (CPOS) seeks a Senior Technical Officer to operate high-end MS-based instruments (HPLC, GC, QQQ, Q-TOF, Orbitrap, QTRAP) and to support translational research. The role requires coordinating with researchers and users, providing technical guidance, and evaluating new technologies.

A Master’s degree and lab experience are essential. The position offers a two-year term with retirement benefits and renewal subject to performance, with

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or above in Analytical Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry or a related discipline.
• 2-3 years of relevant laboratory experience in proteomics.
• Experience operating and maintaining state-of-the-art equipment (HPLC, GC, QQQ, Q-TOF, Orbitrap, QTRAP) for translational research.
• Working knowledge of MS-based technologies and prior core-facility experience is an advantage.
• Self-motivated, responsible, meticulous and capable of teamwork.
• Proficient in English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Operate sophisticated instruments (HPLC, GC, QQQ, Q-TOF, Orbitrap, QTRAP, etc.) to support core services and research.
• Liaise with users to coordinate service logistics.
• Provide technical advice to users.
• Evaluate and validate new technologies.

Skills

English proficiency

Chinese proficiency

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Master’s degree or above in Analytical Chemistry/Biomedical Sciences/Biochemistry

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Senior Technical Officer / Technical Officer in Proteomics and Metabolomics Core

Ref.: 537745
Work type: Full-time
Department: Centre for PanorOmic Sciences (22200)
Categories: Executive / Technical / Support

Senior Technical Officer / Technical Officer in Proteomics and Metabolomics Core of the Centre for PanorOmic Sciences (CPOS) (Ref.: 537745) (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)

We are Expanding | Come and Join Us

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 70 dedicated members. Welcome to visit https://cpos.hku.hk to explore more.

• Exposures and interactions with world-class research groups
• Expert technical and managerial career track

The Role

• Operate sophisticated scientific instruments (HPLC, GC, QQQ, Q-TOF, Orbitrap, QTRAP, etc.) to support core services and research
• Liaise with users to coordinate service logistics
• Provide technical advice to users
• Evaluate and validate new technologies

Qualifications and Qualities

• Master’s degreeor above in Analytical Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry or a related discipline
• At least 2-3 years of relevant laboratory experience in proteomics
• Experience in operating and maintaining state-of-the-art equipment (HPLC, GC, QQQ, Q-TOF, Orbitrap, QTRAP, etc.) that facilitate cutting-edge translational research
• Working knowledge of MS-based technologies and previous work experience in a core facility with strong analytical and problem-solving skills is a definite advantage
• Self-motivated, responsible, conscientious, meticulous and capable of working collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficient in both written and spoken English and Chinese
• Competent in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Candidates with higher qualifications or more experience may be considered for appointment as Senior Technical Officer

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview. Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 537519) 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.

• annual leave
• medical benefits
• continuing professional development
• free access to on-campus gyms and libraries

Advertised: Nov 1, 2026 (HK Time)
Applications close: Nov 30, 2026 (HK Time)