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Postdoctoral Fellow at The Chinese University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cardiomyocyte Differentiation, Heart Development, Heart Regeneration, Mammalian Cell Culture, Zebrafish Models, Mouse Models, Adeno-associated Viruses, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, Biochemistry, CRISPR/Cas9, Surgical Experience, Manuscript Writing, Grant Application

Industry

Higher Education

Description

A Postdoctoral Fellow position is available in the School of Biomedical Sciences. The appointee will work on research projects related to mechanisms of cardiomyocyte differentiation, heart development, and heart regeneration. The projects will utilize cultured mammalian cells, zebrafish and mouse models, and adeno-associated viruses. Applicants should have (i) a Ph.D. degree in Biomedical Sciences or related fields; (ii) strong/recent basic research laboratory experience in molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry; (iii) excellent verbal and written communication skills; and (iv) proficiency in standard laboratory equipment and techniques required. Candidates with recent laboratory experience, basic molecular biology skills, CRISPR/Cas9, and surgical experience with mouse model or zebrafish handling will be desirable. The appointee will work closely with the Principal Investigator. Duties include (a) design and execution of research projects; (b) presentations at regional and international conferences; and (c) manuscript writing and submission. The appointee will also be mentored to apply for independent grants. Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for one year commencing as soon as possible, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement. Inquiries can be directed to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Hui Zhao, by email at zhaohui@cuhk.edu.hk.

Responsibilities

The appointee will be responsible for the design and execution of research projects focused on cardiomyocyte differentiation, heart development, and regeneration, including presenting findings at conferences and writing manuscripts for submission.