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Research Assistant in the Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health (Appointment for 12 months with possibility of extension) [Ref. C/R/346/09]

 

Project

Core Habitat in a High Vessel Traffic Port: Risk Assessment and Mitigation on Marine Vessel Interaction for Cetaceans Residing in Hong Kong Waters

The Project aims to estimate the risk of cetacean interaction with vessels in Hong Kong waters by analysing information of the resident cetacean distribution, population density and habitat use, spatiotemporal patterns of vessel traffic in their core habitats, and documenting direct evidence of vessel interaction in stranded cetaceans.

Duties

Assist in the overall project logistics arrangement, virtopsy and conventional necropsy; carry out 3D surface scanning and post-processing computer works; review related literatures, scientific reports, and conservation and mitigation measures locally and worldwide; assist in cetacean stranding response programme such as logistics and record-keeping; assist in liaison and coordination with other team members, departments and collaborators; collect, review and analyse data (e.g. wounds and injuries by vessel interactions, cetacean population density, spatiotemporal patterns of vessel traffic etc.); assist in writing manuscript and organizing research activities; and perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

A Master’s/Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary/Biomedical Science/Biology/Ecology/Animal Science or a related discipline, and no more than a total of 6 years of service at the University.  Experience in working with cetacean stranding related projects (e.g. model assessment, cetacean-vessel collision risk analysis) would be an advantage.

Good written and spoken English and Chinese; ability to work in various conditions; ability to work independently in mature manner and maintain a calm demeanor in potentially stressful conditions; careful handling animal carcasses; good record keeping, time management and organizational skills; willingness to learn and acquire new skills; possession of the ability to adapt to an ever-changing work environment. Occasional night duties or work on weekends/holidays may be required. 

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 post 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 31 July 2021.  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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