Research Assistant Professor in Biomarker Discovery and Clinical Proteomics

Ref.: 537311
Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine (20600)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow, Research Staff

Research Assistant Professor in Biomarker Discovery and Clinical Proteomics in the Department of Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.:537311)

We now invite applications for the captioned post.

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
• Utilize advanced quantitative proteomics platforms such as Olink and Simoa technology to identify and validate disease-specific biomarkers in clinical samples
• Lead research projects investigating adipose tissue heterogeneity and the secretory factors involved in the conversion of white adipocytes to brown adipocytes
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• A minimum commitment of 5.5 working days per week is required

Requirements

• A Ph.D. degree, preferably in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Multi-omics, or Bioinformatics
• A strong track record of high-quality research, demonstrated by publications and successful grant applications
• At least three years of postdoctoral research experience is preferred
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, accurate, and well-structured scientific writing
• Strong presentation skills are highly desirable
• A high sense of responsibility and research integrity, with the ability to work independently, collaboratively, and under pressure

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 1-year temporary basis or 2- to 3-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. The appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 15% of basic salary. 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.: 536453) need not re-apply. 

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. Review of applications will start from September 25, 2026  and continue until December 31, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

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