Research Assistant (Laboratory)

Hong Kong Genome Institute; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong Genome Institute invites a motivated researcher to join a multi-omics team at Hong Kong Science Park, Shatin. The role focuses on molecular biology techniques, specimen handling, and day-to-day lab operations under supervision.

Candidates should hold a life sciences degree and have up to two years of wet-lab experience. The position offers an initial two-year contract with potential renewal, a collaborative environment, and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research in a

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences, Genetic Sciences, Health Sciences, Biological Sciences or a relevant life science field.
• Up to 2 years of hands-on wet lab experience; relevant university projects or internships welcomed.
• Strong grasp of core molecular biology workflows and sample QC interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Perform molecular biology techniques under supervision to support multi-omics projects.
• Participate in end-to-end specimen workflow including registration, processing and storage.
• Support daily lab operations: equipment maintenance, inventory, reagents, quality assurance.
• Maintain accurate lab records and data entry, ensuring data integrity and document control.
• Assist with laboratory logistics, including specimen receipt and clerical support.
• Perform other duties assigned by senior officers.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Nucleic acid extraction

PCR & qPCR

Western blot

Lab data management

MS Office

Bilingual: Chinese & English

Cantonese fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences or life sciences

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Report to Single-Cell Sequencing and Multi-omics Scientists, the incumbent will assume the following responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities

• Perform molecular biology techniques under supervision and guidance to support multi-omics research projects, including protein detection/validation and mammalian cell culturing
• Participate in the end-to-end specimen workflow, including registration, processing, storage, retrieval, and preparation for downstream studies
• Support daily laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, inventory management, procurement of reagents, and quality assurance
• Maintain accurate and organised laboratory records, ensuring timely data entry, document management, and upholding data integrity in accordance with laboratory policies
• Support laboratory logistics, including receipt of specimens from collaborators and providing clerical support for specimen collection
• Perform any other duties assigned by senior officers

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or above in Biomedical Sciences, Genetic Sciences, Health Sciences, Biological Sciences or a relevant life science field
• Up to 2 years of hands‑on wet lab experience; cademic laboratory experience gained during university final year projects, or internships is fully recognised and welcomed
• Strong theoretical understanding and practical knowledge of fundamental molecular biology techniques workflow including:
• Nucleic acid extraction and quantification
• Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and product analysis
• Real‑time quantitative PCR (qPCR)
• Western blotting (WB)
• Solid grasp of the mechanisms underlying molecular biology assays, with the ability to critically evaluate sample QC outputs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Good command of written Chinese and English, and fluency in spoken Cantonese
• A proactive mindset, keen attention to detail, and the ability to execute tasks precisely after instruction
• A team‑oriented mindset and a commitment to continuous learning within a dynamic research setting

Office Location:

Hong Kong Science Park, Shatin

Remuneration

Successful candidate will be offered attractive remuneration and be appointed on an initial two-year contract (subject to mutual agreement for contract renewal).