The Center for Epigenomics Research at HKUST aims at facilitating the regional advancement of epigenomic methods and research; collaborating with the scientific community to apply epigenomic techniques to answer wide arrays of biological questions; providing training and advice on both novices and veterans of epigenetic research. For more details, please visit the Center’s homepage (https://epihk.ust.hk). To this end, the Center is recruiting positions of Research Assistant/Associate to help develop a high-throughput platform for reproducible and affordable profile epigenomics landscapes. The appointee(s) will report to the Center’s director.

The successful candidate(s) will work in an exciting scientific field with a training environment that is conducive for not only developing their skills but also for their career. The candidate(s) will work independently while having access to advice from experts of various disciplines.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Developing protocols; operating and maintaining a high-throughput liquid handler for NGS library preparation.
• Processing and analyzing NGS data generated and performing quality-control data analysis.
• Keeping track of project progress.
• Assisting in research projects.
• Maintaining organized record of experiments.

Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree (for Research Assistant) / a PhD degree (for Research Associate) in Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Genomics, or related disciplines.
• At least one year of relevant work experience, preferably in next generation sequencing.
• Familiarity in the experimental design, optimization, and troubleshooting of NGS library preparation protocols.
• Fluency in English and possess good communication and writing skills.
• Detail-orientated with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

(Duration: 1-2 year(s), renewable)

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided. If a 2-year contract is offered, a gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract.

Review of applications will be continued until the positions are filled.

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