Research Assistant I (C2i141-RP3)

Centre for Immunology & Infection - C2i; Hong Kong; Vor Ort; HKD 240.000 - 300.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Centre for Immunology & Infection (C2i) invites applications for Research Assistant I to join a multidisciplinary team at HKUMed and the Institut Pasteur collaboration. The appointee will contribute to S&E projects in cell biology, virology, and related biotechnological areas.

The successful candidate will perform laboratory experiments, analyse data, maintain records and support procurement and inventory tasks, with opportunities to develop analytical and technical skills in a collaborative

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cell or Molecular Biology, Genomics, Biological and Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or related disciplines.
• Hands-on experience in cell-based techniques and assays, molecular cloning, virology-related techniques.

Aufgaben

• Perform laboratory experiments and data analysis.
• Analyse and interpret experimental data.
• Maintain accurate experimental records.
• Support ongoing research projects under guidance of senior team members.
• Assist with procurement, inventory management and basic laboratory organization.

Kenntnisse

Virology

Molecular biology

Genomics

Immunology

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Bioinformatics

Jobbeschreibung

Research Assistant I

Job Reference Number: (C2i141-RP3)

The Centre for Immunology & Infection (C2i) uses novel technology platforms for biomarker discovery and the development of new vaccine and therapeutic strategies.

It is the fruit of a long-standing partnership of more than 20 years between the LKS Faculty of Medicine of the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) and the Institut Pasteur, Paris, two major international leaders combining their expertise to establish this centre of excellence.

C2i aims to establish a novel technology platform for biomarker discovery and development of new vaccine and therapeutic strategies. C2i addresses major unmet global and local public health needs with excellent potential for commercial exploitation.

Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant I (Ref.: C2i141-RP3), to commence as soon as possible, on a one-year contract basis with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in Cell or Molecular Biology, Genomics, Biological and Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or related disciplines. Candidate should have a solid foundation in relevant areas such as virology, cell and molecular biology, genomics, and immunology. Prior hands‑on research experience in cell-based techniques and assays, molecular cloning, virology‑related techniques is required. Knowledge and experience with bioinformatics analysis of omics data and mosquito‑related work experience will be considered an advantage.

Applicants should demonstrate good problem‑solving skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a research team. Experience in industrial R&D experience will be considered a plus.

The appointee will join a multidisciplinary research team to carry out R&D projects in cell biology, virology, and related biotechnological areas. Responsibilities include performing laboratory experiments, analysing and interpreting experimental data, maintaining accurate experimental records, and supporting ongoing research projects under the guidance of senior team members. The appointee may also be required to support general laboratory operations, such as assisting with procurement, inventory management, and basic laboratory organization, as assigned. The appointee is expected to work in a responsible, self‑motivated and reliable manner, and to contribute to achieving project milestones.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.