Job Information
- Organisation/Company
- THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
- Research Field
- Biological sciencesMedical sciences
- Researcher Profile
- Recognised Researcher (R2)First Stage Researcher (R1)
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Application Deadline
- Type of Contract
- Other
- Job Status
- Full-time
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
- Not funded by an EU programme
- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
- No
Offer Description
Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, School of Clinical Medicine (20900)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow
Senior Research Assistant (holding the functional title of Genetic Counsellor) in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 526137) (to commence as soon as possible on a 2-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability).
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree / a Master’s degree in a biomedical or healthcare-related discipline, with at least 1 year’s post-qualification experience in medical genetics. Experience in clinical practice of genetic counselling would be an advantage. Applicants should have an excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese, good coordination, communication and interpersonal skills. They should be responsible, mature, attentive to details, and able to work independently and in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
The appointee will provide genetic counselling to patients in the Department, work on research projects in reproductive medicine, and perform other duties as assigned.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. The appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 10% of basic salary. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until April 10, 2024, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
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Additional Information
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
- Country
- Hong Kong
- City
- Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong
Where to apply
- Website
Contact
- City
- Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong