Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct research on chronic metabolic diseases, including obesity, diabetes, ageing, cardiovascular diseases, metabolic dysfunction associated steatohepatitis (MASH), neurodegenerative disorders, and biostatistics

Discover and characterize novel humoral factors and biomarkers involved in the regulation of metabolic homeostasis

Perform biomedical experiments involving molecular biology techniques and biostatistical analysis

Undertake other duties as assigned

5.5 workday per week is required

Requirements

a Ph.D. degree, preferably with experience in molecular biology, immunology, bioinformatics, multi-omics, and/or manipulation of genetically-modified mice
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to share knowledge, work efficiently, and perform under pressure both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

For more information about our research directions, please visit our lab website: https://www.sklpb.hku.hk

What We Offer

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary basis for 1-3 year(s), with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 534218) need not re-apply.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start from June 16, 2026 and continue until August 31, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.

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