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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