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FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY

Research Assistant Professor (26270171)

A Research Assistant Professor position in RNA biology is currently open in Prof. Yiji Xia's lab at the Department of Biology, Hong Kong Baptist University.

Responsibilities:

The position involves investigating the mechanism and function of RNA capping. For further information regarding the research projects in Xia's lab, please visit the website at https://biol.hkbu.edu.hk/people/academic_staff_detail/92/.

Requirements:

Applicants should possess a PhD degree. Ideal candidates should be highly motivated with a strong publication record. Previous research experience in RNA biology and bioinformatics is preferred.

The initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract of two years. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement and funding availability.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application procedure:

Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for interview 8 weeks after submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy.

The University reserves the right not to make appointments for the posts advertised, and the appointments will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offers.

Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.