Technical Officer/Senior Technical Assistant in Biobank Core

HKU Careers; Lannion; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

HKU Careers invites applications for a Technical Officer/Senior Technical Assistant in the Biobank Core at the Centre for PanorOmic Sciences. The role involves supporting sample processing, equipment maintenance, and data management within LIMS, while coordinating service logistics with users.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field and demonstrate a strong interest in science, meticulous work habits, and effective teamwork. Chinese and English proficiency is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or a related discipline.
• Strong passion for science and technologies.
• Self-motivated, responsible, conscientious, meticulous; and enjoy teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support core services for sample processing and equipment maintenance.
• Support data management in the Biobank Core using LIMS.
• Liaise with users to coordinate service logistics.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Scientific curiosity

Education

Bachelor's degree (Biomedical/Related)

Tools

MS Office

LIMS

Microtome & cryostat handling

Job description

Technical Officer/Senior Technical Assistant in Biobank Core

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

Technical Officer/Senior Technical Assistant in Biobank Core of the Centre for PanorOmic Sciences (CPOS) (Ref.: 537746) (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

• Support core services for sample processing and equipment maintenance
• Support data management in the Biobank Core using LIMS
• Liaise with users to coordinate service logistics

Qualifications and Qualities

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or a related discipline
• Strong passion for science and technologies
• Self-motivated, responsible, conscientious, meticulous; and enjoy teamwork
• Good command of spoken and written Chinese and English
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Prior experience in processing clinical samples would be an advantage
• Proficiency in using microtome and cryostat for FFPE, and frozen tissue sectioning and embedding would be an advantage
• Candidates with higher qualifications or more experience may be considered for appointment as Technical Officer

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview.Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 537520) 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.

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