Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology
Scientific Officer (Temporary Appointment)
(Ref. 240802002)
[Appointment period: twelve months]
Duties
The appointee will be required to:
(a) assist in teaching tutorials and practicums of Physiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Protein Biotechnology, Microbiology and other Biology subjects for undergraduates;
(b) provide guidance and technical support of final year project for undergraduates;
(c) manage and maintain advanced and sophisticated analytical equipment in the Unit;
(d) train students and research personnel to operate selected analytical equipment in the Unit;
(e) support research activities and manage the teaching laboratories of the Unit;
(f) support marketing and promotional activities of the Unit and the University; and
(g) perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Unit or his/her delegates from time to time.
Qualifications
Applicants should have:
(a) a doctoral degree in Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related disciplines;
(b) at least five years of relevant experience in the operation of major instruments including but not limited to peptide synthesizer, 3D-cell printer, Microbial Bioreactor, etc.;
(c) a high level of creativity in research and teaching in some subdivisions of his/her field;
(d) the ability to demonstrate effective classroom teaching skills; and
(e) an excellent written and spoken English and Chinese, with proficiency in Putonghua being an advantage.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.
Consideration of applications will commence on 8 August 2024 until the position is filled.
Posting date: 2 August 2024