Reference Number: (C2i096-P3)
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
Post-doctoral Fellow (C2i096-P3)
Applications are now invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow (C2i096-P3)
to commence as soon as possible, on a one-year contract basis with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement.
Applicants should possess a Doctoral degree, preferably in Biological/Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Microbiology or related disciplines. Applicants should have strong foundation in key biological sciences, including virology, cell biology, molecular biology, genomics, or pharmacology. Hands-on research experiences in some of these areas are essential. Applicants should also have strong computer skills, especially in the fields of computational chemistry and computational structural biology. Industrial R&D experience will be a plus. Applicants must demonstrate a good command of written and spoken English. Language proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese) is a plus.
The appointee will join a multidisciplinary research team to conduct virology, cell and other biotechnological related research and development. The appointee is expected to work in and manage smaller teams, with strong self-motivation, responsibility and efficiency; and is capable to independently identify solutions to R&D challenges. The appointee will supervise junior research staff to work on projects following the milestones and fulfilling the requirements, and will need to assist in writing publications, patent applications, and licensing agreements. More than 5 years of experience in laboratory is required.
A highly 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 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.
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