Job Description

Senior Technical Assistant (several posts) in Genomics Core of the Centre for PanorOmic Sciences (CPOS) (Ref.: 536140) (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)

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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 75 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
• Support core service and research

Qualifications and Qualities

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or a related discipline
• At least 1-year solid laboratory experience
• Strong passion in science and technologies
• Self-motivated, responsible, conscientious, meticulous; and enjoy teamwork
• Good command of spoken and written Chinese and English
• Competency in MS Office applications

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview. Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 534836) 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.

The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site ( https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until May 31, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.