Post-doctoral Fellow

The University of Hong Kong

Apply now Ref.: 528671 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Emergency Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine (22700) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Hong Kong

Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Emergency Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine/School of Biomedical Sciences

Applications are invited for a joint Department of Emergency Medicine/School of Biomedical Sciences appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow (Ref.: 528671). The appointment is to commence as soon as possible for two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding.

Applicants should possess a PhD degree in Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry or a related discipline. They should have strong background and research experience in at least one of the following areas: (1) aptamer selection; (2) point-of-care test development; (3) molecular biology; (4) chemistry. Training for specialised areas will be provided. They should be self-motivated, responsible and able to work independently as well as in a team. The appointee will work on interdisciplinary projects related to the development of novel DNA aptamers for diagnosis of biomarkers in patient samples.

These are collaborative projects, involving laboratories with expertise in aptamer selection, molecular biology, diagnostic test development, patient sample handling, emergency medicine and Chinese medicine. The appointee will have a good opportunity to learn and perform state-of-the-art research in diagnostic test design, development and implementation.

Enquiries about the duties of the post should be sent to Professor Rex Lam at [email protected] and Dr. Andrew Kinghorn at [email protected].

An overview of Professor Rex Lam's research can be found here: https: // emed.med.hku.hk/en/Our-Team/Academic-Staff/Dr-Lam-Pui-kin-Rex-Profile

An overview of Dr. Andrew Kinghorn's research can be found here: https: // www. sbms.hku.hk/staff/andrew-brian-kinghorn

A highly competitive salary ($30,000 to $37,000 per month) commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.

The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start from 28 August 2024 and continue until 18 September 2024 , or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

Advertised: Aug 14, 2024 (HK Time) Applications close: Sep 18, 2024 (HK Time)

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