Post-doctoral Fellow in the School of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science (Ref.: 534665)

Post-doctoral Fellow in the School of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science (Ref.: 534665)

Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the School of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science (Ref.: 534665), to commence as soon as possible for one to two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

Requirements

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Materials Science, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Structural Biology, or a related discipline. Proficiency in English, along with strong collaborative communication skills, is essential. The applicant should have high motivation and a strong interest in cryo-EM methodology development, nanomaterials, and structural analysis of biological samples. The appointee will conduct basic science and translational research focused on integrating nanomaterials with cryo-EM for advanced structural analysis and methodology development. A track record of publishing in top international journals is highly desirable.

What We Offer

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V., and provide 2-3 referees' names and contact details.

Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until Sept 30, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

For further information, please contact Dr. Nan Liu (nanliu@hku.hk)

The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

Advertised: Mar 9, 2026 (HK Time)
Applications close: Sep 30, 2026 (HK Time)