DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY
Research Assistant (25260181)
(to commence as soon as possible for six months, with the possibility of renewal)
Responsibilities:
The appointee will work under the supervision of Dr. C.W. Lee on research projects relating to m6A modification and local translation of mRNA in the development of neuromuscular junctions. Enquiries about the duties of the post should be sent to Dr. C.W. Lee at chiwai_lee@hkbu.edu.hk
Requirements:
Applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Neuroscience, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline. Preference will be given to those with experience in primary cell culture, molecular biology and microscopy techniques.
Applicants should be organised, self-motivated and able to work independently as well as in a team. They should also have a good command of both written and spoken English.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application Procedure:
Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System and upload an up-to-date C.V. and reference letters. Those who are not invited for interview 8 weeks after the submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University’s Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.
Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.
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