University Research Facility in Life Sciences
Scientific Officer / Assistant Scientific Officer
(Ref. 240513009-IE)
Duties
The appointee will be required to:
(a) supervise, maintain and uphold the smooth running of a life science core research facility;
(b) provide technical and research support in different life science-related research areas;
(c) train students and research personnel in the operation of various animal imaging equipment, cryo-electron microscopes, fluorescence microscopes, next-generation sequencing equipment and/or mass spectrometers;
(d) operate and maintain a website and an equipment booking system;
(e) participate in promotional activities of the unit and the University; and
(f) perform any other duties as assigned by the Director of University Research Facility in Life Sciences or his delegates.
Qualifications
Applicants for the Scientific Officer post should have a doctoral degree in a Life Science-related discipline plus at least five years’ post qualification experience, as well as expertise in the operation of animal imaging equipment, cryo-electron microscopes, fluorescence microscopes, next-generation sequencing equipment and/or mass spectrometers.
Applicants for the Assistant Scientific Officer post should have an MPhil degree in a Life Science-related discipline plus at least three years’ post qualification experience, as well as expertise in the operation of animal imaging equipment, cryo-electron microscopes, fluorescence microscopes, next-generation sequencing equipment and/or mass spectrometers.
For both posts, applicants should also have:
(a) a good command of both written and spoken English; and
(b) strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Initial appointment will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract. Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement.
Consideration of applications will commence on 27 May 2024 until the position is filled.
Posting date: 13 May 2024