Job Reference Number: C2i070P4
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 exploitation.
Research Assistant I/II (Ref.: C2i070P4)
Applications are now invited for appointment as Research Assistant I/II (several posts) (Ref.: C2i070P4), to commence as soon as possible on a one-year temporary basis or two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement.
Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree or above in biological/biomedical sciences, biochemistry or related disciplines. Experience in cell culture and molecular biology techniques would be an advantage. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply. Preference will be given to those who have an interest in pursuing further M.Phil./Ph.D. studies. The appointees will work on projects related to influenza and coronavirus under the supervision of Dr. Michael C.W. Chan and Dr. Kenrie P.Y. Hui.
A competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. Applicants should submit their up-to-date C.V., quoting the job reference number, current/expected remuneration and availability, and research publication list, if applicable, to jobs@c2i.hk. Review of applications will start 2 weeks from posting and continue until May 31, 2023, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview and/or a written test. 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. The personal data may be transferred and disclosed to, and used by HKU Innovation Holdings Limited and The University of Hong Kong for the above purposes.
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.