Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy

The University of Hong Kong

  • Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 28 days ago
Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacology and PharmacyEmployer Location Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong Closing date 30 Apr 2024View moreAcademic Discipline , , , Job Type , Contract Type HoursSave job - Click to add the job to your shortlistYou need to or to save a job.Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy (21300)
Categories: Professoriate StaffResearch Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy (Ref.: 526041)This position has been established and funded as a component of the RGC Exploratory Theme-based Research Scheme ('Dysregulated Host-Gut Microbiota Co-metabolism in Metabolic Associated Fatty Liver Disease'). The successful candidate will work within Prof. Wei JIA's team to conduct metabolism-based pharmacological and translational research in the Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy.We now invite applications for the captioned post.Duties and Responsibilities
  • conduct high quality research projects and deliver impactful research outputs in the area of gut microbiota - host metabolic interactions and/or metabolomics-based database development, data visualization, and analysis
  • obtain competitive research grants
  • provide quality teaching and supervision at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and
  • help manage the laboratory and supervise students
Requirements
  • a doctoral degree by research (Ph.D. or MD) in biomedical sciences or related disciplines such as data science, bioinformatics, biostatistics, etc.
  • relevant post-doctoral training
  • excellent interpersonal communication and scientific writing skills
  • strong record of research publications in reputable scientific journals
  • outstanding capability of obtaining competitive external funding
What We OfferThe initial appointment for this position will be offered on a temporary basis for 1 year or on a fixed-term basis for 2 years. For appointments on fixed terms, a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 15% of the basic salary will be provided. Re-appointment after the initial term will be contingent upon performance review, mutual agreement, and the availability of funding.Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.How to ApplyThe University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University's Careers site ( ) and upload an up-to-date CV. The review process will commence on April 10, 2024 and will continue until April 30, 2024, or until the position is filled, whichever comes first.Share this jobSave jobClick to add the job to your shortlistYou need to or to save a job.Get job alertsCreate a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.© 2015 - 2024 THE World Universities Insights Limited. Powered by Madgex Job Board SoftwareCloseBefore you apply -
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