Ming Wai Lau Centre for Reparative Medicine (MWLC), Hong Kong

Ming Wai Lau Centre for Reparative Medicine (MWLC) (https://ki.se/en/research/ming-wai-lau-centre-for-reparative-medicine) aims to contribute to the improvement of human health by conducting cutting-edge research in reparative medicine and related subjects, by creating a new platform for synergies between academia and innovation in Sweden and Hong Kong as well as China, and fostering future leaders in both academia and industry.

Description of research group and project

Dr. Linxian Li’s Laboratory (https://ki.se/en/research/linxian-li) has long interests in developing novel therapeutics for clinical applications. Committed to translating new technology for medical use, the Li group focuses on using chemical synthesis, biological tools and artificial intelligence to develop biomolecules as therapeutics. We are seeking a highly motivated research officer who will be responsible for the administrative and coordinating work and lead the research initiatives in biomaterials.

One Research Officer position in Biomaterials

We are searching for a Research Officer with the following qualifications and experience:

• Applicants must hold a PhD with strong background in Biomaterials or Biomedical Engineering.

• Demonstrated experience in biomaterials design and drug delivery.

• Experience in managing research-related administrative documents and supervising junior staff and students is a definite advantage.

• The ideal candidate should enjoy working in a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.

• Excellent command of written and spoken English is required.

The employment

This is a one-year fixed-term position, with the possibility of renewal.

The assignment is located at MWLC, Hong Kong, and the employment will follow local labour laws in Hong Kong.

A competitive remuneration package including 10% on top of basic salary (fully-taxable) intended as pension will be offered in addition to MPF employer’s contribution and medical benefits.

Entry requirements

To be qualified for this position, a doctorate in Biomaterials or Biomedical Engineering is required.

Application process

An employment application must contain the following documents in English:

• A personal letter highlighting previous research administrative experience, scientific accomplishments, summary of current work, technical expertise and motivation why the candidate is interested in joining the MWLC (max. 2 pages)

• A complete curriculum vitae, including date of the thesis defence, title of the thesis, previous academic positions, academic title, current position, academic distinctions, and committee work

• A complete list of publications

• A doctoral certificate or equivalent

• Applicants should arrange to have at least two letters of reference

The application is to be submitted by clicking 立即申請 , and writing “Research Officer in Biomaterials 2-2756/2020” in the subject title by 22 July 2020.

Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

Interviews will start when applications are received until the position is filled.

Karolinska Institutet

Karolinska Institutet is one of the world’s leading medical universities. Our vision is to advance knowledge about life and strive towards better health for all. Karolinska Institutet accounts for the single largest share of all academic medical research conducted in Sweden and offers the country’s broadest range of education in medicine and health sciences. The Nobel Assembly at Karolinska Institutet selects the Nobel laureates in Physiology or Medicine.

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