Job Description :

Technical Officer/Senior Technical Assistant in Biobank Core of the Centre for PanorOmic Sciences (CPOS) (Ref.: 537520) (to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 10% of basic salary, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance)

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Centre for PanorOmic Sciences (CPOS) is an academic research-support centre embracing multi-omics and big data biomedical research under the LKS Faculty of Medicine. CPOS core laboratories host state-of-the-art technology platforms with sophisticated equipment supported by over 70 dedicated members. Welcome to visit to explore more.

Career Prospects

Excellent on-job training
Long-term development opportunities
Exposures and interactions with world-class research groups
Expert technical and managerial career track

The Role

Support core services for sample processing and equipment maintenance
Support data management in the Biobank Core using LIMS
Liaise with users to coordinate service logistics

Qualifications and Qualities

Bachelor's degree or above in Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or a related discipline
Strong passion for science and technologies
Self-motivated, responsible, conscientious, meticulous and enjoy teamwork
Good command of spoken and written Chinese and English
Proficiency in MS Office applications
Prior experience in processing clinical samples would be an advantage
Proficiency in using microtome and cryostat for FFPE, and frozen tissue sectioning and embedding would be an advantage
Candidates with higher qualifications or more experience may be considered for appointment as Technical Officer

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview.Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 537238) need not re-apply.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered.Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits, continuing professional development, and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University's careers site () and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until October 31, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.