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Leo Poon

1 year ago

Research in vaccine development for influenza and other respiratory diseases Hong Kong Jockey Club Global Health Institute, School of Public Health in Hong Kong

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Immunology

Funding

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, annual leave, medical benefits, contract-end gratuity, and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme up to 15% of basic salary.

Deadline

Expired

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Hong Kong

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The University of Hong Kong

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Keywords

Immunology
Microbiology
Virology
Biology
Health Science
Vaccine Development
Quantitative Analysis
Population Health
Collaboration Studies
Animal Experimentation
Clinical Supervision
Qualitative Method
Avian Influenza
Respiratory Diseases

About this position


Ref.: 533118
Work type: Full-time
Department: School of Public Health (22400)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow

Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant Professor in the Hong Kong Jockey Club Global Health Institute, School of Public Health (Ref.: 533118), to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance.

Applicants should have a PhD degree in biological/medical sciences or related disciplines, with post-doctoral research experience in virology, microbiology and/or immunology. Prior experience in conducting animal research is preferred. They should have a strong quantitative and qualitative background; a proven research track record; excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Chinese; and the ability to work independently as well as in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. The appointee will be responsible for a project funded by the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, and applicants with experience in handling trust-initiated/foundation-funded projects will be highly desirable.

The appointee will be responsible for working on collaborative projects related to vaccine development for influenza and other respiratory diseases. He/she will be expected to take a leading role in overseeing research projects and supervising junior research staff. Enquiries about the duties of the post should be sent to Professor Leo Poon ( [email protected] ).

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary.

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV together with at least three reference letters. Review of applications will start from September 23, 2025 and continue until November 8, 2025 , or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.


Funding details

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, annual leave, medical benefits, contract-end gratuity, and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme up to 15% of basic salary.

What's required

Applicants must have a PhD degree in biological or medical sciences or related disciplines, with post-doctoral research experience in virology, microbiology, and/or immunology. Prior experience in conducting animal research is preferred. Candidates should have a strong quantitative and qualitative background, a proven research track record, excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Chinese, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Experience with trust-initiated or foundation-funded projects is highly desirable.

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Professor at The University of Hong Kong

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Research Interests

Virology

Microbiology

Sars-cov-2

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