Recruitment

Chair Professor / Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor

Ref. R/032/24

We are now seeking exceptional scholars to join us as Assistant Professors / Associate Professors / Professors / Chair Professors on substantiation-track. Successful candidates should have a demonstrated ability to build a world-class research programme related to CityUHK’s strategic research areas, plus a commitment to education and student mentorship. Candidates must possess a doctorate in their respective field by the time of appointment. Duties include teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses, conducting cutting edge research, and developing new research directions and courses.

Global Research Assistant Professors Scheme

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The Global Research Assistant Professors Scheme is a pioneering initiative at the university that is dedicated to cultivating and empowering promising early-career researchers. Its primary objectives are to foster a vibrant academic environment that encourages innovative research directions and interdisciplinary collaborations, while also establishing a robust global network. Through the Scheme, young scholars will be provided with valuable opportunities to advance their research endeavors by closely working with our faculty members and Distinguished Visiting Professors. As a catalyst for creative and impactful work, the scheme aspires to benefit not only individual scholars but also the broader research community they join.

Eligibility

Exceptional young researcher who has recently obtained a PhD degree from a renowned international university or research institution, showcasing an exceptional capability in a research field that aligns with the university’s overarching research themes and strategic research goal, a remarkable track record in acquiring grants, publishing in prestigious journals or obtaining significant international patents.

Senior Teaching Fellow / Teaching Fellow

Ref. R/045/24

Duties

1. Teach Biomedical Sciences / Biological Sciences and related disciplines at undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
2. Be subject leaders in individual’s specialism providing leadership in teaching;
3. Be assigned responsibility as course co-ordinators, contributing to the planning and development of courses and study programmes of the Department, including the servicing courses arranged by Department/School in other units;
4. Undertake teaching and teaching-related duties, as well as learning support and professional activities to enhance student educational experience; and
5. Share administrative duties as required by the Head of Department/School.

Requirements

A relevant postgraduate degree with teaching or professional experience in the broadly-defined areas of Biomedical Sciences, particularly cellular pathology, medical microbiology, hematology, or clinical chemistry. Medical Laboratory Technologists (MLT) Board registration is required.

Closing Date

Applications will receive full consideration until the positions are filled.

Research Fellow / Postdoctoral Fellow / Senior Research Assistant / Research Assistant (2 posts)

Appointment for 12 months with possibility of extension
Ref. C/R/575/09

Project

Targeted Protein Degradation by Photosensitization Triggering Ferroptosis for Enhanced Antitumor Immunity

Duties

A medicinal chemistry lab is looking for self-motivated individuals with a chemistry-related background. The appointees will be responsible for the conjugation of drugs with proteins or antibodies, basic characterisation, and evaluation of biological activities.

Detailed information of Prof. Lo’s research group can be found at her staff profile website here.

Closing Date

30 November 2024

Research Fellow / Postdoc / Senior Research Assistant / Research Assistant

Please visit the individual profile webpages of our faculty for possible research job openings at their labs.

You can also browse the website of Human Resources Office and select Department of Biomedical Sciences from the dropdown menu for a list of available research support positions.

Medical Laboratory Technologist

Ref. R/059/24

Responsible for the operation of departmental teaching laboratories, function rooms and other laboratory facilities. Main duties include the following:

1. Assist in teaching practical in areas of biomedical sciences/medical laboratory technology;
2. Assist in management of the core and teaching facilities;
3. Enforce safety for the teaching laboratories;
4. Operate and maintain instruments and equipment;
5. Provide stock keeping and inventory for teaching materials; and
6. Provide any other assignments.

Shift duty and working on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays may be required.

Closing Date

Applications will receive full consideration until the position is filled.

PhD in Biomedical Sciences

Programme code: BMS2/P

This 4-year full-time / 8-year part-time programme aims to train and produce graduates with an understanding of advanced developments and highly marketable specialist skills in the disciplines of biology and biomedical sciences, and to meet local and regional requirements in the industrial, commercial, government or education sectors.

Application Deadline

12:00 noon Hong Kong time, 1 December 2024

Applications received after deadline will be considered subject to the number of student places left outside the main admission round. We have rolling start dates of study throughout the year.

Interdisciplinary PhD in Veterinary Medicine

Programme code: VM/P

This is VM/P programme is an interdisciplinary programme open to outstanding graduate students who wish to conduct state-of-the-art basic, clinical and translational life sciences research alongside research professionals.

It is offered and administered by Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC).