Technical Officer in Imaging and Flow Cytometry Core

HKUMed – The University of Hong Kong; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 279,000 - 391,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two-year fixed-term contract with end‑

University retirement benefits

Job summary

The University of Hong Kong – Centre for PanorOmic Sciences (CPOS) invites applications for a Technical Officer in Imaging and Flow Cytometry Core. The appointment is a two-year fixed‑term contract with gratuity and retirement benefits; renewal subject to performance.

The role covers maintaining equipment, providing user training, developing SOPs, and organizing seminars. Open to all experience levels; a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, with experience in imaging/flow cytometry

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Physics, or related discipline.
• Open to all experience levels; recent graduates may apply.
• Experience in biomedical research and/or imaging/flow cytometry equipment operation is an advantage.
• Strong passion in science and technologies.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous learning.
• Strong teamwork ethics with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of state-of-the-art scientific equipment.
• Provision of user training and technical advice to support research.
• Development and implementation of standard operation protocols.
• Organization of technical seminars, workshops, and knowledge-sharing events.

Skills

Teamwork ethics

Interpersonal communication

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Continuous learning

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or above in Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Physics, or related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Technical Officer in Imaging and Flow Cytometry Core of the Centre for PanorOmic Sciences (CPOS)

(Ref.: 537245) (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

• Maintenance of state-of-the-art scientific equipment
• Provision of user training and technical advice to support research
• Development and implementation of standard operation protocols
• Organization of technical seminars, workshops, and knowledge-sharing events

Qualifications And Qualities

• Bachelor's degree or above in Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Physics, or a related discipline
• Open to all experience levels: Recent graduates are invited to apply. Experience in biomedical research and/or imaging/flow cytometry equipment operation will be an advantage
• Strong passion in science and technologies
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous learning
• Strong teamwork ethics with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Competency in MS Office applications

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview. Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 537008) 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 September 30, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.