Duties
Assist in project management and carry out laboratory research work (including development of standard protocols for sampling, sample preparation and chemical analyses for both targeted and non-targeted chemical contaminants; running standard ecotoxicity tests, data processing, data analysis, and report writing).
Requirements
A PhD degree in Environmental Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry or related disciplines plus at least 3 years’ relevant research experience after the award of a PhD degree. Strong knowledge of and experience in environmental chemistry, extraction of organic chemical contaminants from environmental samples (water, sediment and biota tissues), operation of state-of-the-art analytical instruments (e.g. GC-MS, Orbitrap GC-MS/MS system, Triple Quadrupole GC-MS/MS, LC/MS-MS) and running standard ecotoxicity tests; good command of written and spoken English; strong organisational and interpersonal skills; being self-motivated and hardworking; a good team player; and ability to work independently are required. Experience in analysing pharmaceuticals in seawater samples and non-target analysis is preferred.
Candidates with no more than 3 years’ postdoctoral experience may be considered for appointment as Postdoc.
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].
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