Temporary Research Assistant II (R6948) (S&T) at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Laboratory Experiments, Literature Review, Data Analysis, Report Writing, Chemical Analysis, Flow Cytometry, Fluorescence Microscopy, Spectrophotometry, Animal Handling, Aquatic Organisms, Bivalve Molluscs, Biomarker Assays, Histological Techniques, GraphPad Prism, SPSS, R

Industry

Higher Education

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 positions in the School of Science and Technology: Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee shall mainly assist the research team in a research project “Ingestion, Rejection and Accumulation of Small Microplastics by Green Ribbed Mussels Perna viridis under Realistic Environment” (R6948). He / She will be responsible mainly for the following: Conducting various experiments in the science laboratory; Providing support in literature review and data analysis; Working with the Principal Investigator / supervisors to prepare report writing; and Performing any other duties assigned by the Principal Investigator(s) or Supervisor(s). Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience, and competence: A bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Marine Biology, Ecotoxicology, or a related discipline; Hands-on laboratory experience in chemical analysis, including familiarity with analytical instruments such as flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy, or spectrophotometry, would be an advantage; Experience in animal handling and maintenance, particularly with aquatic organisms or bivalve molluscs, is desirable; Familiarity with biomarker assays (e.g., oxidative stress enzymes, lysosomal stability) and histological techniques (tissue processing, sectioning, staining) is preferred; Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., GraphPad Prism, SPSS, R) for statistical interpretation of experimental results is advantageous; Strong sense of responsibility, effective organizational and interpersonal skills; and Very good command of English and Chinese. Terms and Conditions for Appointment Successful candidates will be appointed on a temporary full-time contract. Benefits will be provided in accordance with the statutory provisions. 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 primarily assist the research team with a project concerning microplastics in green ribbed mussels by conducting laboratory experiments, supporting literature review, and analyzing data. Responsibilities also include preparing reports in collaboration with the Principal Investigator or supervisors.