Assistant Research Officer / Assistant Project Officer, Science Unit

Lingnan University

  • Hong Kong
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) with the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. Lingnan University is a global leader in providing quality education focusing on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University aspires to become a leading research-intensive liberal arts institution in the digital era.Lingnan University's Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, School of Graduate Studies, and School of Interdisciplinary Studies run undergraduate, taught postgraduate and research postgraduate programmes. Its liberal arts education model blends the arts, science, and elements around human and humanities. Anticipating the establishment of the School of Data Science, Lingnan University strives to enhance innovation and technology research to drive a positive impact in the society and the world. Building upon Lingnan University's existing strength in combining the best of the Chinese and Western liberal arts traditions, the University will leverage its geographical strength in the Northern Metropolis and pioneer the liberal arts education model in the Greater Bay Area (GBA) and beyond. Further information about Lingnan University is available at .Applications are now invited for the following post:Assistant Research Officer / Assistant Project Officer
Science Unit
(Post Ref.:24/62)The Science Unit (http://www.LN.edu.hk/scienceunit) would like to invite applications for the above-mentioned post.The appointee will join the Applied Ecology and Conservation research team led by Dr. Roger Lee (https://www.ln.edu.hk/scienceunit/rogerlee.php) and will be involved in a community-based conservation project focusing on insect pollinators in Hong Kong.Responsibilities
  • Field surveys in rural and urban green spaces
  • Identify and curate insect pollinator specimens
  • Conduct laboratory processing of specimens for molecular analysis
  • Data processing/analyses
  • Prepare educational materials
  • Other education and research-related duties assigned
Requirements
  • A recognized bachelor's degree (or above) holder in ecology/environmental sciences/life sciences/biology, or related disciplines
  • Relevant field survey experience
  • Passionate about ecological research and biodiversity conservation
  • Good organization and communication skills (writing and speaking)
  • Previous experience in entomological research is a plus
  • Good level of physical fitness
Salary and Benefits
The rank and commencing salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits, where applicable, include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, and mandatory provident fund.Appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract for 12 months with the possibility of a further extension on related research projects.Application Procedure (online application only)
Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration.The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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