Research Assistant/ Junior Research Assistant at The Chinese University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Neuroscience, Biomedical Science, Psychology, Linguistics, Animal Models, Communication Skills, Organisational Skills, Teamwork, English Proficiency, Electrophysiology, Functional Imaging, Psychoacoustics, Behavioral Studies, Research Support, Ethical Standards, Laboratory Management

Industry

Higher Education

Description

The Gerald Choa Neuroscience Institute (GCNI) is seeking a highly motivated and talented Research Assistant / Junior Research Assistant in Neuroscience to join a multidisciplinary team focused on auditory neuroscience research under the leadership of Prof Jan Schnupp (http://jan.schnupp.net). Our research group offers a collaborative and stimulating environment, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development. The appointee will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources within the GCNI. Applicants should have (i) a Bachelor’s degree (or above for Research Assistant positions) in Neuroscience, Biomedical Science, Psychology, or Linguistics (or related field); (ii) a strong willingness to actively contribute to experiments in animal models; (iii) excellent communication, organisational and teamwork skills; (iv) excellent written and verbal proficiency in English, including academic writing; (v) experience in electrophysiological and/or functional imaging work in humans or animals will be an advantage, and experience in psychoacoustic/behavioral studies is a plus. The appointee will be responsible for (a) participating in experiments in animal models actively; (b) providing support in the execution for research studies; (c) collaborating with team members to advance research objectives; (d) ensuring strict adherence to ethical standards in all procedures involving laboratory animals; (e) managing laboratory consumables, including inventory tracking, ordering of reagents, supplies and equipment; (f) handling related payment, reimbursement, and procurement tasks; (g) mentoring and supervising of student helpers; and (h) performing other duties and ad hoc tasks as assigned by the supervisor. Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for one year, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement. For more information about our research group, please visit https://auditoryneuroscience.org. For enquiries, please contact Prof Jan Schnupp via email (jan@schnupp.net). 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

The appointee will participate actively in experiments involving animal models and provide support for research studies. They will also collaborate with team members to advance research objectives and ensure adherence to ethical standards.