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Job Opportunities
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology
Post Specification
Research Assistant Professor in Bioinformatics for Multi-omics Studies
The Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology (ABCT) is a multi-disciplinary department in The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) that embraces chemistry, biology, biochemistry, biochemical engineering and materials science. In keeping with the mission of PolyU, ABCT focuses on providing high quality education and building our strength in basic and applied research to meet the requirements of a rapidly changing society. There are about 60 faculty members in the Department. Please visit the website at http://www.polyu.edu.hk/abct for more information about the Department.
Duties
The appointees will be required to:
- conduct high-impact research as the primary responsibility and actively pursue external research grants, such as Hong Kong Research Grant Council-General Research Fund, as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator;
- Develop and apply computational methods to analyze multi-omics data, specifically focusing on ribosome profiling, mass spectrometry-based proteomics, next-generation sequencing (NGS) and spatial transcriptomics, in innovative research projects focusing on human functional peptides and cancer immunotherapy
- provide quality teaching at undergraduate or postgraduate level;
- contribute to departmental service
Qualifications
Applicants should:
- Possess a doctoral degree in Bioinformatics, Bioengineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related discipline, with strong programming skills.
- Demonstrate a solid understanding of biology, with the ability to communicate effectively with biologists and clinical partners.
- Exhibit a strong research portfolio, evidenced by high-quality publications or impactful projects in omics research, along with the ability to work independently.
- Demonstrate effective classroom teaching skills and be highly proficient in written and spoken English.
What We Offer
- Access to in-house multi-omics data generated using cutting-edge technologies, including third-generation sequencing, advanced mass spectrometry, single-cell spatial transcriptomics, imaging, and more.
- Opportunities for close collaboration with experimental scientists and clinicians to validate findings and drive data generation.
- Comprehensive training in data analysis, project management, student mentoring, funding applications, and career development.
- A highly competitive faculty-level package including a medical benefits plan and a gratuity payable upon completion of the term which is normally for two years initially, with possibility of extension and promotion.
Application
Please submit the following documents with an email titled "RAP application – Name" to q.zhao@polyu.edu.hk
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- A cover letter highlighting your research interests and suitability for the role.
- Names and contact details of three referees.
- PDFs of 2-3 representative publications.
Applicants should state their current and expected salary in the application.
Information Link
Research Assistant (5900000O)
The Department of Statistics and Data Science at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is conducting a collaborative project with the Racing Laboratory of the Hong Kong Jockey Club. The Racing Laboratory undertakes various types of research and testing on horses and riders to identify the use of prohibited substances or prohibited methods. It plays an essential role in doping control to ensure the fairness and integrity of racing and other equine sports and the welfare of the horses, and is a leading laboratory in the field of equine drug testing. This position offers a unique opportunity to be employed by CUHK while being embedded within the world-class Racing Laboratory at the Sha Tin Racecourse.
You will:
- Working with a multidisciplinary team of biochemists, chemical analysts, bioinformaticians, and statisticians to analyse specimens for biomarkers and prohibited substances;
- Conducting proteomic and transcriptomic research using mass spectrometry and next-generation sequencing platforms;
- Performing routine instrument calibration, maintenance, and other assigned laboratory duties; and
- Ensuring compliance with quality assurance procedures in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and requirements from the accreditation body (HKAS).
You should have:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or a related discipline;
- Good communication skills in English and Chinese;
- Strong sense of responsibility and good at organising research data; and
- Preferably hands-on experience with PCR, next-generation sequencing platform, and/or liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry.
Organization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong and Racing laboratory of the Hong Kong Jockey Club
Open for Submission: from February 2026
For submission and Reference:
Please submit online via CUHK
https://cuhk.taleo.net/careersection/cu_career_non_teach/jobdetail.ftl?job=2600000O&tz=GMT%2B08%3A00&tzname=Asia%2FHong_Kong
Chemical Analyst (JID 2616)
The Hong Kong Jockey Club Racing Laboratory Department in Sha Tin undertakes various types of research and testing on horses and riders to identify the use of prohibited substances or prohibited methods. It plays an essential role in doping control to ensure the fairness and integrity of racing and other equine sports, and is a leading laboratory in the field of equine drug testing.
You will:
- Work with a team of chemists and chemical analysts to analyse specimens for the presence of prohibited substances or biomarkers
- Use sophisticated analytical techniques (such as chromatography, mass spectrometry, and immunoassays) to solve work-related problems
- Perform regular calibration and maintenance of instruments
- Contributes to the integrity of analytical results by proper filing of raw data files and by maintaining instrument calibration, maintenance and service logs
- Preserving the integrity of samples by assisting (on roster) with receiving and recording specimens delivered to the laboratory
- Contribute to conducting research and development work and implementing quality assurance measures
You should have:
- A degree in Chemistry or a related subject
- Good communication skills in English and Chinese preferred
- Strong sense of responsibility and good organisational skills
- Preferably working experience in chemical testing laboratory, as well as experience in handling computer software and hardware, databases and IT systems
Organization: Racing Laboratory Department, The Hong Kong Jockey Club
Open for Submission: from August 2025
For submission and Reference:
Please submit online via HKJC Careers page:
https://careers.hkjc.com/job/Island-East-Chemical-Analyst-Hong/1214069666/
Chemist / Biochemist
The Hong Kong Jockey Club Racing Laboratory Department in Sha Tin undertakes various types of research and testing on horses and riders to identify the use of prohibited substances or prohibited methods. It plays an essential role in doping control to ensure the fairness and integrity of racing and other equine sports, and is a leading laboratory in the field of equine drug testing.
You will:
- Plan and conduct analyses of biological samples to identify the presence of prohibited substances or biomarkers;
- Devise and implement quality assurance measures to ensure the reliability of test results;
- Research and develop new methods to analyse drugs;
- Train and supervise a team of laboratory chemical analysts to assist you in your work.
You should have:
- A Master degree or above in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or equivalent;
- Excellent communication skills in English and Chinese
- Good management and leadership skills;
- Preferably with good working knowledge and experience in the application of analytical instrumentations and techniques, particularly in the areas of mass spectrometry, quantitative polymerase chain reaction and separation sciences;
- Preferably with good working knowledge and experience in the application of omics techniques (such as genomics, transcriptomics), next-generation sequencing and bioinformatics;
- Experience in drug residue analyses will be beneficial.
Organization: Racing Laboratory Department, The Hong Kong Jockey Club
Closing Date: Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
For submission and Reference:
Please submit online via HKJC Careers page:
https://careers.hkjc.com/psc/cgxprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=20&PostingSeq=1&JobOpeningId=20013822
Chemical Analyst
The Hong Kong Jockey Club Racing Laboratory Department in Sha Tin undertakes various types of research and testing on horses and riders to identify the use of prohibited substances or prohibited methods. It plays an essential role in doping control to ensure the fairness and integrity of racing and other equine sports, and is a leading laboratory in the field of equine drug testing.
You will:
- Work with a team of chemists and chemical analysts to analyse specimens for the presence of prohibited substances or biomarkers
- Use sophisticated analytical techniques (such as chromatography, mass spectrometry, and immunoassays) to solve work-related problems
- Perform regular calibration and maintenance of instruments
- Contribute to conducting research and development work and implementing quality assurance measures.
You should have:
- A degree in Chemistry or a related subject
- Good communication skills in English and Chinese
- Strong sense of responsibility and good organisational skills
- Preferably working experience in chemical testing laboratory, as well as experience in handling computer software and hardware, databases and IT systems
Organization: Racing Laboratory Department, The Hong Kong Jockey Club
Closing Date: Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
For submission and Reference:
Please submit online via HKJC Careers page:
https://careers.hkjc.com/psc/cgxprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=20&PostingSeq=1&JobOpeningId=20013379
Research Assistant Professor Faculty Position - Faculty of Medicine at CUHK
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) Faculty of Medicine is seeking outstanding and highly motivated candidates for a research assistant professor (minimum 2 to 3 years per contract) in our world-class proteomics and omics research facility. We are committed to advancing our understanding of disease mechanisms and translating our discoveries from basic science to potential clinical applications, benefiting patients worldwide.
You will be:
- Developing novel disease prediction models through data-driven approaches
- Discovering and validating new clinical biomarkers for diagnosis, prognosis, and therapeutic response
- Identifying targeted molecules/metabolites associated with disease pathogenesis
- Investigating molecular candidates with diagnostic/prognostic value in cancer
- Advancing precision medicine, tailored to individuals' health and disease status
- Driving multi-omics-based targeted drug discovery and drug response prediction
- Exploring the use of Traditional Chinese Medicine in modern healthcare
- Collaborating with visiting scholars in spectroscopy to leverage cutting-edge equipment for sophisticated experiments
- Other research directions relevant to "omics".
You should have:
- A Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a relevant field such as molecular biology, proteomics and mass spectrometry, drug discoveries, nanotechnology and new materials, antibiotics, microbiome, genomics, bioinformatics, biomedical engineering, or a closely related discipline
- A strong track record of impactful research, evidenced by high-quality publications
- Experience in securing external research funding (optional)
- Demonstrated ability to effectively teach and mentor students at both undergraduate and graduate levels (optional)
- Strong collaborative skills and the ability to engage with a multidisciplinary team
Responsibilities:
- Establish and maintain an independent, extramurally funded research program
- Teach and mentor students in research settings
- Collaborate with colleagues within the Faculty of Medicine and across CUHK
- Engage with visiting scholars and industry partners to advance research objectives
- Contribute to the university's service (provide consultation only) and outreach missions for the omics facility
Organization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Posting Date: June 2023
Applicants should send your detailed curriculum vitae and your contact information to ppcheung@cuhk.edu.hk. Review of applications will begin immediately and shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email or phone.
CUHK is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to diversity and inclusion within our community.
Technical Manager / Investigator – Laboratory for Synthetic
Chemistry and Chemical Biology (LSCCB)
Description: Applicants should possess a PhD degree
and at least 5 years professional research experience in Biological Mass
Spectrometry or related disciplines, with excellent publication record
in the research areas of cancer pharmacology, proteomics, metabolomics
and Omics. Track record in Omics analysis and securing external research
grants and managing funded projects would definitely be an advantage.
The appointee will be in charge of the state-of-the-art mass spectrometers
(TimsTOF Pro, Orbitrap, QTOF and QqQ and etc.) and will also lead research
projects on Omics in a multidisciplinary team of chemists, biomedical
and clinical scientists. They are expected to bring in new research initiatives
in chemical biology for cancer research.
Higher qualification will be considered for Investigator.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.
Organization: LSCCB, one of the research centres
of Health@InnoHK
Posting Date: August 2022
Applicants should send their cover letter, detailed up-to-date
CV, and 3 reference letters to the email account info@hksccb.hk.
Review of applications will continue until the post is filled, whichever
is earlier.
Information
Link
Please contact LSCCB for details and application.
Scientific Officer – The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Description: The mass spectrometry division of ULS aims
to provide state-of-the-art mass spectrometry facilities for researchers
to investigate fundamental and applied problems in diverse research areas,
including life sciences (e.g., -omics), chemistry, biology, food sciences,
environmental sciences, etc. We are looking for a candidate who is keen
to, with his/her knowledge and expertise on mass spectrometry, support
researchers from these related areas to accomplish their research goals.
Please refer to the following link for the detailed job description and
online application.
Organization: University Research Facility in
Life Sciences, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Posting Date: January 2022
Applicants should send a completed application form by
post to Human Resources Office, 13/F, Li Ka Shing Tower, The Hong Kong
Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong or via email
to hrstaff@polyu.edu.hk.
Information
Link
Please contact the Human Resources Office of HKPU
(Tel: 2766 5333, Email: hremail@polyu.edu.hk)
for details and application.
Research Associate Position in Proteomics
A research associate or post-doctoral fellow position
in proteomics and peptide sequencing is available in the laboratory of
Zhongping Yao at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Applicants should:
(a) have a PhD degree in chemistry or biology or other related disciplines;
(b) have research experience in chromatographic separation, mass spectrometry
and analysis of complex peptide mixtures; (c) have a good command of written
English; and (d) be mature and able to work independently. Salary offered
will be highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Interested individual should send the CV and two reference
letters to:
Dr. Zhongping Yao
Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Hung Hom, Kowloon
Hong Kong
Tel: 852-34008792
Fax: 852-23649932
Email: zhongping.yao@polyu.edu.hk
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