We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the School of Science and Technology:

Temporary Research Assistant II (R6578) (S&T) (Ref: 25000MY)

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee will mainly assist the Principal Investigator in a research project "Effects of Microplastic Ingestion on the Growth of Marine Microplankton Grazers and Their Grazing Control on Algal Blooms" (R6578). He / She will be responsible mainly for the following:

• Maintaining micro-algae and protozoa cultures; 
• Conducting eco-toxicity experiments in laboratories and occasionally carrying out samples collection in the field;
• Providing support in literature review and data analysis;
• Assisting in the purchases of laboratory equipment and materials; and
• Carrying out other research activities and ad-hoc tasks as instructed by the Principal Investigator.

Candidates

Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience, and competence:

• A Bachelor’s degree or above in Biology, Environmental Science or a related discipline;
• Experience in cultivating protozoa or micro-algae;
• Experience in gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC/MS) and/or molecular techniques (e.g. DNA extraction, PCR and gel electrophoresis); 
• Knowledge in the taxonomy of marine plankton would be an advantage;
• Strong sense of responsibility, self-motivated, and good interpersonal skills; and
• Good command of English and Chinese, including Putonghua.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

Successful candidate will be appointed on a temporary full-time contract. Benefits will be provided in accordance with the statutory provisions.

To Apply

Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System.

https://hkmu.taleo.net/careersection/ex_non_full_time/jobapply.ftl?lang=en&job=25000MY

Closing date of application: 28 April 2025