Research Associate / Research Assistant

A precision medicine laboratory at the Chinese University of Hong Kong is looking for individuals with extensive experience in high-content drug screening, immunohistochemical staining and patient-derived culture models to join the research team of Dr. Vivian Lui.

Applicants should have (i) a Bachelor's degree (for Research Assistant) or a PhD degree in Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Immunology or a related discipline with at least four years of relevant post-qualification experience (for Research Associate); (ii) research experience evident by publications in peer-reviewed journals; (iii) the ability to execute a wet-lab research project independently; (iv) proficiency in English; and (v) a strong sense of responsibility and self-motivation. Wet-laboratory experience in high-content drug screening and immunohistochemical staining are needed. Hands-on experience in protein structure, genomics, and gene-drug sensitivity studies would be an added advantage.

The appointee will work on various research projects on precision medicine and AI-medicine. Duties include (a) performing wet-lab experiments and managing research projects; (b) preparing proposals, manuscripts, and reports; and (c) performing other laboratory duties as assigned by supervisor.

Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for one year, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement.

Applicants should submit a full curriculum vitae (including academic qualifications, research experience and publications) and copies of academic certificates in the online application.

The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.