Research Assistant II (FRSF/2026/02) (N&HS) at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bacterial Culture, Biofilm Assays, Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing, Fluorescence Microscopy, Image Analysis, Quantitative Data Analysis, Laboratory Record Keeping, Biosafety Compliance, English Proficiency, Chinese Proficiency

Industry

Description

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge. As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching. HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA. For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk. We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the School of Nursing and Health Sciences: Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will assist the Principal Investigator in conducting a research project on the anti-biofilm activity of a novel antimicrobial peptide. The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: conducting bacterial culture, biofilm, motility, and antimicrobial susceptibility experiments; performing fluorescence microscopy, image analysis, and quantitative data analysis; optimizing and documenting experimental protocols, and maintaining accurate laboratory records; and assisting with laboratory organization, biosafety compliance, research reports, publications, and other project-related activities. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience, and competence: a recognized Bachelor’s degree or above, in Microbiology, Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences or a related discipline; relevant laboratory experience is required. Experience in bacterial culture, antimicrobial testing, biofilm assays, microscopy, or quantitative data analysis would be an advantage; a good command of written and spoken English and Chinese; and a strong sense of self-motivation and responsibility, well-organized, and able to work independently and as part of a research team. Duration 20 months Terms and Conditions for Appointment An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary and an end-of-contract gratuity will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided. To Apply Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University's eRecruitment System. The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment. For details, please refer to the “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

Responsibilities

The appointee will assist the Principal Investigator in researching the anti-biofilm activity of a novel antimicrobial peptide. Key tasks include conducting bacterial experiments, performing microscopy and data analysis, and maintaining laboratory records and biosafety compliance.