Post-doctoral Fellow or Senior Research Assistant, Critical Care Medicine Unit
THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG, Hong Kong
- Institution
- THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Position type
- PhD
- Subject area
- Medicine & Health
- Salary
- Competitive salary
- Hours
- Full Time
- Location
- HK
- Funding
- Fully funded position
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About this position
Ref.: 536659
Work type: Full-time
Department: Critical Care Medicine Unit, School of Clinical Medicine (22800)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow
We are seeking a highly motivated Post-doctoral Fellow or Senior Research Assistant to join our team for clinical research projects. (Ref.: 536659)
Duties and Responsibilities
The appointee will participate in clinical research. Major duties include, but are not limited to:
- Development of AICU Biobank
- Assisting in the daily operations of clinical trials (e.g. patient recruitment, follow-up, and submission of IRB applications);
- Managing databases and conducting literature reviews;
- Collecting and analysing data under supervision; and
- Providing administrative and dissemination support for research projects.
Requirements
Applicants should possess:
- A PhD in Biomedical Sciences, Biostatistics, Nursing, or related disciplines; or a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with at least 3 years of biomedical research or clinical experience;
- Proven track record in conducting high-quality biological research.
- Demonstrated history of writing reports and scientific articles based on research results.
- A strong work ethic, with self-motivation and good organisational skills;
- The ability to multitask effectively and work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Candidates with a postgraduate research degree and/or prior exposure to clinical work in a hospital setting will also be preferred.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, together with annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment will commence as soon as possible, on a two-year temporary term for the Post-doctoral Fellow or a two-year fixed-term basis for the Senior Research Assistant, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start from (2 weeks from posting) and continue until August 31, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency
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