[Hiring] Internship (C2i129-RP3)

Job Reference Number: C2i129-RP3

The Centre for Immunology & Infection (C2i) uses novel technology platforms for biomarker discovery and the development of new vaccine and therapeutic strategies.

It is the fruit of a long-standing partnership of more than 20 years between the LKS Faculty of Medicine of the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) and the Institut Pasteur, Paris, two major international leaders combining their expertise to establish this centre of excellence.

C2i aims to establish a novel technology platform for biomarker discovery and development of new vaccine and therapeutic strategies.  C2i addresses major unmet global and local public health needs with excellent potential for commercial

Research Internship (C2i129-RP3)

Applications are now invited for appointment as a student intern (Ref.: C2i129-RP3), to commence as soon as possible.

Applicants should be currently enrolled in a degree or above program in biomedical/life sciences, biotechnology, cell biology or related disciplines. Applicants should have strong foundation in key biological sciences, including cell biology, molecular biology, virology and genomics. Hands-on laboratory experience and demonstrated skills in at least one of these disciplines is essential.

The appointee will join a multidisciplinary research team to conduct virology, cell biology, and other biotechnological related research projects. Working under the supervision of senior researchers, the appointee will contribute to ongoing projects, participate in experimental design, execution, data collection, analysis, and writing. The role requires strong problem-solving skills to help address research and development challenges, along with self-motivation, responsibility, and efficiency in all assigned tasks.

Applicants should submit their up-to-date C.V., quoting the job reference number, availability, and research publication list, if applicable, to jobs@c2i.hk.  Review of applications will continue until 15 August 2026 or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview. Enquiries about the duties of the post can be sent to info@c2i.hk.

The information provided will be kept confidential and only be used for those purposes relating to your application. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. C2i thanks applicants for their interest, but advises that only shortlisted applicants will be notified of the application result.