Senior Technical Officer / Technical Officer in Proteomics and Metabolomics Core

HKUMed – The University of Hong Kong; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

HKUMed – The University of Hong Kong invites applications for a Senior Technical Officer / Technical Officer in the Proteomics and Metabolomics Core of CPOS. The post is two-year fixed-term with gratuity and retirement benefits, and renewal subject to performance.

Responsibilities include operating advanced instruments (HPLC, GC, QQQ, Q-TOF, Orbitrap, QTRAP), coordinating service logistics with users, providing technical guidance, and evaluating new technologies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or above in Analytical Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry or related discipline
• At least 2–3 years of relevant laboratory experience in proteomics
• Experience operating and maintaining state-of-the-art equipment (HPLC, GC, QQQ, Q-TOF, Orbitrap, QTRAP, etc.)
• Working knowledge of MS-based technologies and core facility experience is advantageous
• Strong written and spoken English and Chinese
• Competent in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Candidates with higher qualifications or more experience may be considered for Senior Technical Officer

Responsibilities

• Operate sophisticated instruments (HPLC, GC, QQQ, Q-TOF, Orbitrap, QTRAP) to support core services and research
• Liaise with users to coordinate service logistics
• Provide technical advice to users
• Evaluate and validate new technologies

Skills

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Communication skills

English & Chinese

Education

Master’s degree or above in Analytical Chemistry or related field

Tools

HPLC

GC

QQQ

Q-TOF

Orbitrap

QTRAP

Job description

Senior Technical Officer / Technical Officer in Proteomics and Metabolomics Core of the Centre for PanorOmic Sciences (CPOS) (Ref.: 537519) (to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 10% of basic salary, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance)

We are Expanding | Come and Join Us

Centre for PanorOmic Sciences (CPOS) is an academic research-support centre embracing multi-omics and big data biomedical research under the LKS Faculty of Medicine. CPOS core laboratories host state-of-the-art technology platforms with sophisticated equipment supported by over 70 dedicated members. Welcome to visit https://cpos.hku.hk to explore more.

Career Prospects

• Excellent on-job training
• Long-term development opportunities
• Exposures and interactions with world-class research groups
• Expert technical and managerial career track

The Role

• Operate sophisticated scientific instruments (HPLC, GC, QQQ, Q-TOF, Orbitrap, QTRAP, etc.) to support core services and research
• Liaise with users to coordinate service logistics
• Provide technical advice to users
• Evaluate and validate new technologies

Qualifications And Qualities

• Master’s degree or above in Analytical Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry or a related discipline
• At least 2-3 years of relevant laboratory experience in proteomics
• Experience in operating and maintaining state-of-the-art equipment (HPLC, GC, QQQ, Q-TOF, Orbitrap, QTRAP, etc.) that facilitate cutting-edge translational research
• Working knowledge of MS-based technologies and previous work experience in a core facility with strong analytical and problem-solving skills is a definite advantage
• Self-motivated, responsible, conscientious, meticulous and capable of working collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficient in both written and spoken English and Chinese
• Competent in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Candidates with higher qualifications or more experience may be considered for appointment as Senior Technical Officer

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview. Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 537237) need not re-apply.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits, continuing professional development, and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until October 31, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.