Post-doctoral Fellow in the School of Biological Sciences
THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG, Hong Kong
- Institution
- THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Position type
- PhD
- Subject area
- Biology & Life Sciences
- Application deadline
- 16 October 2026
- Salary
- Competitive salary
- Hours
- Full Time
- Location
- HK
- Funding
- Fully funded position
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About this position
Ref.: 537587
Work type: Full-time
Department: School of Biological Sciences (26000)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow
Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow (PDF) in the School of Biological Sciences, to commence as soon as possible for one year with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Microbiology or other relevant biological disciplines with an excellent publication track record. Experience in conducting and managing scientific research as well as proven expertise in research fields related to the areas/projects mentioned below are required. They should have excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with fluency in Chinese highly desirable but not essential, as well as willingness and ability to work and collaborate closely with colleagues in mainland China.
The appointee will participate in collaboration projects aimed at identifying and characterizing the mechanisms and factors that control mammalian gene expression. Special focus will be placed on transcription factors and cofactors that play important roles in causing human diseases.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until October 16, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. Inquiries about the post should be sent to Professor Q. Zhou at qiangz@hku.hk.
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