Ref.: 536571

Work type: Full-time

Department: Centre for Comparative Medicine Research (21800)

Categories: Executive / Technical / Support

Hong Kong

Technical Officer/Senior Technical Assistant in the Centre for Comparative Medicine Research (Ref.: 536571) (to commence as soon as possible, on a one-year temporary basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance)

The Centre for Comparative Medicine Research is a rapidly expanding, AAALAC International accredited, academic research-support centre of the LKS Faculty of Medicine at HKU. We are committed to the provision of high-quality laboratory animals, well-equipped animal holding facilities, and professional services to support the leading role of HKU in research and teaching. We are seeking various talents and offer excellent staff training and long-term development opportunities. With a team comprising scientists, veterinarians, registered Laboratory Animal and Medical Laboratory Technologists, and over 100 highly trained and dedicated staff, we strive to promote the humane and excellent care and use of laboratory animals in the university. Information about the Centre can be obtained at https://ccmr.hku.hk/.

Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. They should have a good command of spoken and written English and Chinese; excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills; an interest in laboratory animal science and technology; and a demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development in the field. Experience in animal husbandry, operation and maintenance of equipment for sanitation and sterilisation (e.g. autoclave), or inventory/record keeping will be an advantage but not essential. Those with lower qualifications and/or less experience may be considered for appointment as Senior Technical Assistant.

The appointee will work in a team to undertake technical and staff supervision/management duties in connection with the operation of a laboratory animal facility.

Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 536245) need not re-apply.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. 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. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until July 10, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Advertised: Jun 11, 2026 (HK Time)

Applications close: Jul 10, 2026 (HK Time)

Ref.: 536571

Work type: Full-time

Department: Centre for Comparative Medicine Research (21800)

Categories: Executive / Technical / Support

Hong Kong

Technical Officer/Senior Technical Assistant in the Centre for Comparative Medicine Research (Ref.: 536571) (to commence as soon as possible, on a one-year temporary basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance)

The Centre for Comparative Medicine Research is a rapidly expanding, AAALAC International accredited, academic research-support centre of the LKS Faculty of Medicine at HKU. We are committed to the provision of high-quality laboratory animals, well-equipped animal holding facilities, and professional services to support the leading role of HKU in research and teaching. We are seeking various talents and offer excellent staff training and long-term development opportunities. With a team comprising scientists, veterinarians, registered Laboratory Animal and Medical Laboratory Technologists, and over 100 highly trained and dedicated staff, we strive to promote the humane and excellent care and use of laboratory animals in the university. Information about the Centre can be obtained at https://ccmr.hku.hk/.

Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. They should have a good command of spoken and written English and Chinese; excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills; an interest in laboratory animal science and technology; and a demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development in the field. Experience in animal husbandry, operation and maintenance of equipment for sanitation and sterilisation (e.g. autoclave), or inventory/record keeping will be an advantage but not essential. Those with lower qualifications and/or less experience may be considered for appointment as Senior Technical Assistant.

The appointee will work in a team to undertake technical and staff supervision/management duties in connection with the operation of a laboratory animal facility.

Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 536245) need not re-apply.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. 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. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until July 10, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Advertised: Jun 11, 2026 (HK Time)

Applications close: Jul 10, 2026 (HK Time)