Research Assistant I/II

Job Description:

Research Assistant I/II in the School of Biomedical Sciences (Ref.: 536410) (to commence as soon as possible for one year, with the possibility of renewal)

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree or above, preferably in Biological Science, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Biophysics or related disciplines. An ideal candidate should have excellent experimentation and communication skills. Preference will be given to applicants with a strong background in at least some of the listed fields: molecular biology, protein purification, cell biology, genome engineering, neuroscience, structural biology, or fluorescence microscopy. Experience in cell imaging or single-molecule fluorescence microscopy will be a plus.

The appointee should be organized, self-motivated, highly committed, and be able to work independently as well as in a team. He/She will participate in a research project investigating how human tubulin isotypes regulate microtubule morphology and function in health and disease. He/She will work in Prof. Jeff Ti’s lab, which employs single-molecule fluorescence and cryogenic electron microscopy (cryo-EM) to dissect the molecular basis that confers diverse human tubulin isotypes' unique and essential functions. Enquiries about the duties of the post should be sent to Prof. Ti at [email protected] .

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical/dental benefits.

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply on-line and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start from June 12, 2026 and continue until August 29, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.