Senior Technical Officer / Technical Officer in Proteomics and Metabolomics Core
About the role
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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
- Operate sophisticated scientific instruments (HPLC, GC, QQQ, Q-TOF, Orbitrap, QTRAP, etc.) to support core services and research
- Liaise with users to coordinate service logistics
- Provide technical advice to users
- Evaluate and validate new technologies
Qualifications and Qualities
- Master's degree or above in Analytical Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry or a related discipline
- At least 2-3 years of relevant laboratory experience in proteomics
- Experience in operating and maintaining state-of-the-art equipment (HPLC, GC, QQQ, Q-TOF, Orbitrap, QTRAP, etc.) that facilitate cutting-edge translational research
- Working knowledge of MS-based technologies and previous work experience in a core facility with strong analytical and problem-solving skills is a definite advantage
- Self-motivated, responsible, conscientious, meticulous and capable of working collaboratively in a team environment
- Proficient in both written and spoken English and Chinese
- Competent in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Candidates with higher qualifications or more experience may be considered for appointment as Senior Technical Officer
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview. Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 537237) 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 ( https://jobs.hku.hk ) and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until
October 31, 2026
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