"Research Assistant, Department of Chemistry"

Hong Kong, China

Job Description

DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY

Research Assistant (25260507)

We are looking for a suitable candidate for the position of Research Assistant in the Department of Chemistry.

Responsibilities:

The appointee will assist the project leader in:

• Conducting research and development related to sustainable systems creation;
• Assist in the design and perform of experiments; and
• Performing any other duties as assigned by the supervisor in relation to the project.

The appointee will participate in research as part of an interdisciplinary team of researchers in the areas of Sustainable Chemistry and the Circular Economy.

Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree or above in Chemistry, Biotechnology, Materials Science, or a related discipline;
• Preferably with extensive laboratory experience (e.g., participation in a practical final-year project);
• Self-motivated, well-organised, and meticulous; and
• A passion for research and sustainable development is desirable.

Selected candidates may be assigned to work on knowledge transfer activities.

The initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract of one year. For enquiries, please contact Prof. Matthew LUI at matthew-lui@hkbu.edu.hk.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Procedure:

Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for interview 8 weeks after submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University’s Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.

Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 25260507
• Posting Date 02/06/2026, 01:10 AM
• Job Schedule Full time