Postdoctoral Fellow / Research Assistant at The Chinese University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Tendon Tissue Engineering, Stem Cell Therapy, Extracellular Matrix Biology, Biomaterials Development, Exosome-based Therapies, Research Experimentation, Laboratory Management, Staff Training, Self-Motivation, Organization, Cooperation, Responsibility, Communication

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Prof. Dan Michelle WANG’s laboratory located at the School of Biomedical Sciences (https://www2.sbs.cuhk.edu.hk) and The Institute for Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine (iTERM; https://www.iterm.cuhk.edu.hk/), leads a dedicated research team focused on tendon tissue engineering, stem cell, extracellular matrix biology, and biomaterials. We are now seeking applications for the position of Research Assistant and Postdoctoral Fellow to join our exciting research projects on tendons and bones. The research areas include (1) development of extracellular matrix-based biomaterials; (2) stem cell and exosome-based therapies; and (3) biomaterials. For the position of Research Assistant, applicants should have (i) a Bachelor’s degree or above in Biomedical Science and Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline; (ii) demonstrated self-motivation, good organisation skills, cooperation, and a sense of responsibility; and (iii) excellent communication skills in English and Chinese. For the position of Postdoctoral Fellow, applicants should have/be (i) a Doctoral degree in Biomedical Science, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline; (ii) willing to learn new things, self-motivated, well-organised, cooperative and responsible; (iii) able to work independently; and (iv) good communication skills in English and Chinese. Duties include (a) performing research experiments; (b) managing the laboratory; and (c) training new staff members. Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for one year commencing as soon as possible, renewable subject to mutual agreement. Applicants should submit the following supporting documents in the online application: (1) a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including academic qualifications, research experience, and publications); (2) copies of academic certificates; and (3) contact information of two to three referees. For inquiries, please contact Prof. Wang by email at wangmd@cuhk.edu.hk. The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.

Responsibilities

Duties involve performing research experiments focused on tendon and bone projects, managing the laboratory operations, and training new staff members.