Research Assistant Professor(s)

The Chinese University of Hong Kong; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, invites applications for Research Assistant Professor(s). The appointee will lead and supervise research projects on drug discovery and drug delivery mechanisms, with emphasis on translational ophthalmology, and contribute to ongoing interdisciplinary collaborations in Hong Kong and Mainland China.

Candidates should have a PhD in relevant biosciences, postdoctoral experience, an excellent publication record,

Qualifications

• PhD degree in biomedical engineering, translational chemistry, biomaterials, or molecular biology.
• Preferably at least two years of postdoctoral research experience.
• Competitive publication record in leading peer‑reviewed journals, with demonstrated research achievements.
• Strong ability to lead research projects and develop into an independent Principal Investigator.
• Proven research experience and success in securing research funding is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct, coordinate and supervise independent and/or collaborative research projects on drug discovery and modification/drug delivery system development/disease mechanisms.
• Actively pursue external research grants.
• Supervise research students and staff.
• Administrative tasks related to research.
• Perform other departmental tasks as assigned.

Skills

Leadership in research projects

Grant/funding acquisition

Problem solving/initiative

Education

PhD degree in biomedical engineering

Postdoctoral research experience

Strong publication record

Job description

Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences

Research Assistant Professor(s)

(Ref.: 260001I7) (Closing date: until the post is filled)

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, always “in search of excellence”, is working with more than 200 ophthalmologists and visual scientists in Hong Kong and Mainland China. We are committed to advancing clinical services, research, training, and education, to the highest standard in all major areas of Ophthalmology and the visual sciences. We are also dedicated to worthwhile community programmes and public education.

We are committed to supporting career development of all staff members and are looking for candidates with (i) effective, intelligent, energetic, resourceful, and forward-looking work attitude; (ii) personal integrity, sincerity, and teamwork. Local and overseas applications are both welcome.

Applicants should possess: (i) a PhD degree and a strong academic background in biomedical engineering, translational chemistry, biomaterials, or molecular biology; (ii) preferably at least two years of postdoctoral research experience; (iii) a competitive publication record in leading peer-reviewed journals, demonstrated research achievements, preferably related to ophthalmology; and (iv) a strong ability to lead research projects, with self-motivation, initiative in problem-solving, and clear potential to rapidly develop into an independent Principal Investigator. Proven research experience and success in securing research funding will be advantageous.

The appointee(s) will be responsible for (a) conducting, coordinating and supervising independent and/or collaborative research projects on drug discovery and modification/drug delivery system development/disease mechanisms; (b) actively pursuing external research grants; (c) supervising research students and staff; (d) administrative tasks related to research; and (e) performing other departmental tasks as assigned.

Appointment(s) will initially be made on contract basis for up to two years (with contract-end gratuity for a 2-year contract) commencing as soon as possible, renewal subject to good performance and mutual agreement.