Postdoctoral Researcher

Centre for Translational Stem Cell Biology Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Centre for Translational Stem Cell Biology Limited invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position (Ref.: CTSCB-260817) to commence as soon as possible for one year, with possible renewal subject to satisfactory performance. Applicants should hold a Ph.D.

in Biomedical Sciences or Biological Sciences; experience in basic immunology, stem cell biology, and drug screening is highly desirable, with strong wet-lab skills, good English communication, and a track record of publications or

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences, or related discipline.
• Research experience in basic immunology is required, preferably in primay immunodeficiencies or related diseases.
• Experience working with stem cell biology and drug screening would be highly desirable.
• A strong publication/patent record would be a bonus.
• Applicants should possess good laboratory practices and teamwork skills.
• Good command of written and spoken English, strong communication skills, and a demonstrated track record of wet laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research projects in translational immunology.
• Collaborate with clinicians and scientists from partner institutions.
• Potential off-campus work and investor-facing meetings may be involved.

Skills

Immunology

Stem cell biology

Drug screening

Wet lab experience

Teamwork

English communication

Education

Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences or Biological Sciences

Job description

Centre for Translational Stem Cell Biology Limited

Applications are invited for appointment as Postdoctoral Researcher in Centre for Translational Stem Cell Biology (Ref.: CTSCB-260817), to commence as soon as possible for one year, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.

The selected candidates will work in a company incorporated by the University of Hong Kong established to administer and support the University’s innovation endeavours.

CTSCB projects are initiated and supervised by scientists and clinicians from The University of Hong Kong and University of Cambridge. Shortlisted candidates will be assigned to one to two projects in the Centre according to their expertise and experience. Centre is aiming to translate discoveries in regenerative medicine and genomic medicine into daily application and thus, those candidates will work on the R&D and business development of the project, which may involve pitching sessions and meetings with potential investors. Project scopes can be found in the paragraphs below.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences, or a related discipline for the position of Postdoctoral Researcher. Research experience in basic immunology is required, preferably in the field of primary immunodeficiencies or related diseases. Experience working with stem cell biology and drug screening would be highly desirable. A strong publication/patent record would be a bonus. Applicants should possess good laboratory practices and teamwork skills. They should have a good command of written and spoken English, strong communication skills, and a demonstrated track record of wet laboratory experience. Applicants should also be self-motivated, innovative, and able to work well in an interdisciplinary team.

Projects involve translational works in immunology.

Appointees are expected to conduct research projects with a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and scientists. Working off-campus may be required.