Research Fellow/Postdoctoral Fellow (2 posts) in the Department of Biomedical Sciences (Appointment for 18 months) [Ref. C/R/180/09]

 

Project

Developing Targeted Gene Therapies Against Breast and Lung Cancer Based on Red Blood Cell-Derived Extracellular Vesicles

Duties

Design and perform molecular cell biology experiments (including cancer cell culture, extracellular vesicle purification, cell assays and imaging, and delivery of RNA drugs in mouse models).

Requirements

A PhD in Life Sciences from top ranking universities, with strong background and experience in molecular cell biology (mammalian cells).  Good publication record and good communication skills in English are required.

Candidates with 3 years’ postdoctoral experience or less may be considered for appointment as Postdoctoral Fellow.

(Those who have responded to the previous advertisement need not re-apply.)

Salary and Conditions of Service

Salary offered will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Fringe benefits include leave, medical and dental consultations at the campus clinic.

Information and Application

Further information on the posts and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong [Email : hrojob@cityu.edu.hk/Fax : 2788 1154 or 3442 0311]. 

To apply, please submit an online application at http://jobs.cityu.edu.hk. The closing date is 28 February 2019.  Applications will receive full consideration and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.  The University’s privacy policy is available on the homepage.

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