The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
Research Assistant Professor(s)
(Ref.: 260001I7) (Closing date: until the post is filled)
The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, always “in search of excellence”, is working with more than 200 ophthalmologists and visual scientists in Hong Kong and Mainland China. We are committed to advancing clinical services, research, training, and education, to the highest standard in all major areas of Ophthalmology and the visual sciences. We are also dedicated to worthwhile community programmes and public education.
We are committed to supporting career development of all staff members and are looking for candidates with (i) effective, intelligent, energetic, resourceful, and forward-looking work attitude; (ii) personal integrity, sincerity, and teamwork. Local and overseas applications are both welcome.
Applicants should possess: (i) a PhD degree and a strong academic background in biomedical engineering, translational chemistry, biomaterials, or molecular biology; (ii) preferably at least two years of postdoctoral research experience; (iii) a competitive publication record in leading peer-reviewed journals, demonstrated research achievements, preferably related to ophthalmology; and (iv) a strong ability to lead research projects, with self-motivation, initiative in problem-solving, and clear potential to rapidly develop into an independent Principal Investigator. Proven research experience and success in securing research funding will be advantageous.
The appointee(s) will be responsible for (a) conducting, coordinating and supervising independent and/or collaborative research projects on drug discovery and modification/drug delivery system development/disease mechanisms; (b) actively pursuing external research grants; (c) supervising research students and staff; (d) administrative tasks related to research; and (e) performing other departmental tasks as assigned.
Appointment(s) will initially be made on contract basis for up to two years (with contract-end gratuity for a 2-year contract) commencing as soon as possible, renewal subject to good performance and mutual agreement.
The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit
<a href="http://career.cuhk.edu.hk" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://career.cuhk.edu.hk</a>
.

Research Assistant Professor(s)

Research Assistant Professor(s)

This job is no longer available

Talents

Recruiters

About