Research & Development Technician

Centre for Oncology and Immunology; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Centre for Oncology and Immunology in Hong Kong is seeking a Research & Development Technician to support cancer biomarker discovery using multi-omics, organoid technology, and animal models. The role contributes to anti-cancer or immuno-oncology drug development within a multidisciplinary team at HKSTP.

The ideal candidate has a Biomedical Sciences background, hands-on lab experience, and strong English communication skills. Fixed-term appointment with potential renewal will be offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or above in Biomedical Sciences or related disciplines.
• At least 1 year of experience providing technical support and lab equipment maintenance.
• Willing to assist daily operation of a biomedical research lab and work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assist collaborative research projects in cancer biomarker discovery using multi-omics.
• Contribute to organoid technology and novel animal model development.
• Support anti-cancer or immuno-oncology drug development and lab operations.

Skills

FACS analysis

Molecular biology

CRISPR technologies

Next generation sequencing

2D/3D tissue culture

Education

Bachelor degree in Biomedical Sciences

Tools

PCR equipment

Western blot equipment

ELISA kits

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Applications are invited for appointment as Research & Development Technician (Ref No. 104223), to commence as soon as possible, on a fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement.

The appointees are expected to assist collaborative research projects in discovery of cancer biomarkers using large scale multi-omics approach, organoid technology and novel animal models, as well as anti-cancer or immuno-oncology drug development.

Qualifications And Skills

Applicants should possess a Bachelor degree or above, preferably in Biomedical Sciences or related disciplines, with at least 1 year of experience in providing technical support to end-users and maintenance of lab equipment. / would also need to assist in the daily operation of a biomedical research laboratory. Relevant work experiences at the local universities and research core facilities will be an asset.

Familiar with relevant research techniques in FACS analysis, Molecular Biology, CRISPR technologies, Single Cell Technologies, Next Generation Sequencing, 2D/3D Tissue Culture, PCR, Western Blot, ELISA, Cloning, or Drug screening would be an advantage.

The applicants should have a good command of written and spoken English and strong communication skills, team player, self-motivated, organized, detail- minded, hardworking, willing to learn new techniques, and able to work well in a multidisciplinary team.

The appointee shall work in Hong Kong Science and Technology Park.

Overseas graduates are welcome to apply, the qualification awarding institution should be the top 100 institutions for STEM-related subjects in QS/Shanghai Jiao Tong Uni/Times Higher Education/U.S. News world university rankings.

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 welcome applications from all qualified candidates.