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Research Associate/Postdoc in the Department of Neuroscience (Appointment for 12 months) [Ref. C/R/267/09]

 

Projects

  1. Unraveling the Therapeutic Potential of a Small Molecule Activator of Mitochondrial Fusion and Mechanistic Role of Mitochondria in Axon Regeneration
  2. Therapeutic Potential of a Novel Deep Brain Stimulation Target Site and Neural Prosthetic Device for Treating Parkinson’s Disease (ITF–funded project) (Please visit the website for details of the ITF Postdoctoral Hub Programme.)


Duties

Carry out laboratory research works (including animal surgery, behavioral tests, electrophysiology, computer programming, immunohistochemistry, confocal imaging, tissue culture, molecular biology, and Western blot) for the Projects.

Requirements

A PhD degree in Biological Sciences/Neuroscience/Bioengineering/Electronic Engineering or related disciplines plus at least 3 years’ relevant research experience after the award of a PhD degree.  Candidates should have strong knowledge of animal surgery, electrophysiology (i.e. EEG, EMG and single cell recording) and familiarization with animal behavioral tests with background in neuroscience research.  Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese; strong organizational and interpersonal skills; being self-motivated and hardworking; and ability to work independently in a mature manner are required.  Those with experience in small animal handling, immunohistochemistry, Western blot, molecular biology techniques, and FPGA/Hardware programming (MATLAB, Python, C++) are also strongly encouraged to apply. 

Candidates with no more than 3 years’ postdoctoral experience may be considered for appointment as Postdoc.

(Those who have responded to the previous advertisements 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

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