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Advanced Biomedical Instrumentation Centre Limited (“ABIC”) is collaborative effort coordinated by the University of Hong Kong (HKU) undertaking R&D projects at the Hong Kong Science Park. The aim of the Centre is to develop new and disruptive biomedical instrumentation that will meet the growing needs in medicine and contribute sustainably to human health.

We hope to work together to build a first-rate Hong-Kong-based laboratory for medical instrumentation, innovate the best technologies for precision medicine and bring the benefits to all. To achieve our goals, we are dedicated to invite passionate and high-calibre talents to join us. Interest candidates please send your CV or enquiries to hr@abic.hk.

Manager (Technology Business) (Ref.: H01/2025/0312)
Technical Officer/ Assistant Manager/ Manager (Intellectual Properties and Technology Transfer) (Ref.: H01/2025/0310) 
Product Development Scientist (Bioinformatics) (Ref.: H01/2025/0311) 
Technical Officer / Senior Laboratory Assistant / Laboratory Assistant (Ref.: H01/2025/039) 
Research Assistant Professor (Ref.: H01/2025/027) 
Research Assistant Professor / Post-doctoral Fellow (Ref.: H01/2025/024) 
Research Assistant I / II (Ref.: H01/2025/023) 
Project Manager (Deep Tech Medical Devices) (Ref.: H01/2025/021) 
AI Engineering Specialist (Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) and Artificial Intelligence) (Ref.: H01/2025/022) 
Clinical Scientist (Ref.: H01/2025/015)
Engineer/ Senior Engineer (Ref.: H01/2025/018) 	
Product Development Scientist (Ref.: H01/2025/017) 	
Product Development Scientist - Organoids R&D (Ref.: H01/2025/016)
Research Assistant/Associate (Ref.: H01/2024/091)	
Post-doctoral Fellow (Ref.: H01/2022/081) 	
Research Assistant I/II (Ref.: H01/2022/082)	
Post-doctoral Fellow (Ref.: H01/2024/086)	
Research Assistant I/II (Ref.: H01/2024/087)	
Post-doctoral Fellow (Ref.: H01/2024/081)	
Research Assistant I/II (Ref.: H01/2024/082)

Job Title:

Manager (Technology Business) (Ref.: H01/2025/0312)

Applications are invited for a part-time appointment as Manager (Technology Business) (Ref.: H01/2025/0312).

 

Job Description:

  • Helping the Centre develop business and get investors for our spin-offs
  • Pitching the business to potential new partners
  • Liaising with investors and industrial partners and managing good relations
  • Communicating with researchers and inventors to come up with practical plans that put their inventions in sustainable and high-growth businesses
  • Studying industry trends and market opportunities to create business cases in relation to the inventions
  • Devising strategic plans for market entry
  • Estimating economic value potential and develop growth tracks
  • Seeking new business collaboration opportunities
  • Working in a team supervised by senior staff members of the Centre

 

Skills and Requirements:

  • A Bachelor's degree or above in Finance, Business, Management, or a related discipline
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in business management, preferably specializing in technology-driven sectors including biomedical instrumentation, industrial automation, artificial intelligence.
  • Highly familiar and deeply understand China’s business landscape
  • Proven experience in getting investments from investors
  • Ability to learn and acquire highly sophisticated scientific and industry knowledge quickly (education or work experience in the following sectors an advantage but not a must: life science, healthcare, electronic engineering, material engineering, applied physics)
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team and create an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization
  • Capability to drive an independent workstream in the context of a broader team project
  • Comfort with highly ambiguous, ever-changing situations
  • Fluent spoken English and Mandarin
  • Immediately available and may require working outside normal office hours and on weekends

 

 

 

 

Job Title:

Technical Officer/ Assistant Manager/ Manager (Intellectual Properties and Technology Transfer) (Ref.: H01/2025/0310)

Applications are invited for appointment as Technical Officer/ Assistant Manager/ Manager (Intellectual Properties and Technology Transfer) (Ref.: H01/2025/0310) for managing the IP assets, technology transfer and other matters relating to the inventions of ABIC.

 

Job Description:

  • Collaborating with patent attorneys to prepare, file, and prosecute patent applications, managing patent portfolios, and ensuring timely renewals
  • Handling ABIC’s intellectual property assets, including patents, trademarks, datasets, copyrights, and trade secrets, and operating mechanisms for their protection and management.
  • Facilitating the transfer of technology from research to commercial applications through licensing agreements, research contracts, joint-laboratory agreements, and other mechanisms.
  • Compiling reports to university management teams, funding agencies and government departments.
  • Writing, editing, reviewing and maintaining relevant legal documents.
  • Keeping track of income generation, accounts receivables, and cost incurred relating to the use of ABIC’s IP assets, such as royalties, spin-off company equities, milestone payments, etc.
  • Conducting due diligence in connection with transactions, and ensuring compliance with relevant policies, laws and regulations
  • Providing training to ABIC members on IP-related matters
  • Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by supervisor(s)

 

Skills and Requirements:

  • A Bachelor's degree or above in a relevant field, such as life science, medical enring, or a related discipline
  • Highly familiar with legal document handling, and excellent in professional business English writing
  • A diploma/ professional certificate/ postgraduate qualification in intellectual property laws would be highly advantageous.
  • A minimum of two years of experience in intellectual property management, technology transfer, or a related field, preferably within a university or research institution setting.
  • Demonstrated experience in handling diverse IP portfolios, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, datasets, and trade secrets.
  • Familiarity with relevant IP laws, regulations, government policies, and university best practices in Hong Kong and internationally.
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese is essential.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • May require collaborative working modes in different labs and physical locations

 

 

 

 

Job Title:

Product Development Scientist (Bioinformatics) (Ref.: H01/2025/0311)


Applications are invited for appointment as Product Development Scientist (Bioinformatics) (Ref.: H01/2025/0311) for innovative research projects in the themes of Screening Tests / Personalized Companion Diagnostics / Strategic Therapeutics Approaches / Advanced Medical Device Components based at the Hong Kong Science Park.


 

Job Description:

  • Conduct cutting-edge research and development in AI modeling based on tumor NGS data (e.g., DNA-seq, RNA-seq), including establishing and optimizing analytical pipelines for tumor sequencing data such as SNV, Indel, CNV, and SV.
  • Design and develop bioinformatics tools or modules, including machine learning and data denoising.
  • Perform solution design, model training, and data mining on common bioinformatics datasets according to requirements of various tumor-related projects.
  • Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to collect, process, and mine relevant bioinformatics data based on project needs.

Skills and Requirements:

  • Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Biomedical Sciences or a related field.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in bioinformatics data analysis or software development.
  • Hands-on experience in developing NGS data analysis algorithms and proficiency in using bioinformatics tools.
  • Familiarity with Linux/Unix systems and strong programming skills in R, Python, Perl, Bash, or similar languages.
  • Knowledge of widely used bioinformatics databases (e.g., NCBI, ENCODE/Ensembl, ClinVar, COSMIC).
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary teams.
  • Proficiency in reading and comprehending scientific literature in English.
  • Preferred: Experience in NGS data training, machine learning, data denoising or deep learning projects.

 

 

 

 

Job Title:

Technical Officer / Senior Laboratory Assistant / Laboratory Assistant (Ref.: H01/2025/039)

Applications are invited for appointment as Senior Technical Officer / Senior Laboratory Assistant / Laboratory Assistant (Ref.: H01/2025/039), on a fixed-term basis.

 

The appointee will report to the Research Director and the Technical Manager and be responsible for supporting daily operations of laboratories, with on-job training to be provided, duties including:

  • Assist in handling routine laboratory tasks to ensure a safe and clean working environment
  • Manage the procurement of lab consumables and equipment
  • Provide technical support and training on lab equipment
  • Assist in record keeping and data entry
  • Keep close communication with equipment manufacturers and coordinate the delivery and installation
  • Possess good computer knowledge and the ability to perform analysis work
  • Perform any other duties as assigned

The appointee may be required to work outside normal office hours and on weekends. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview and maybe a written test as well.

Applicants should submit their up-to-date C.V., quoting the job reference number, with information of current/expected remuneration and availability, to hr@abic.hk.Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until July 19, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

 

 

 

 

Job Title:

Research Assistant Professor (Ref.: H01/2025/027)

Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant Professor (Ref.: H01/2025/027) for innovative and highly collaborative research projects at the Hong Kong Science Park.

 

We are seeking individuals with a strong research focus in innovative bioengineering, particularly in the following core areas:

    • Aqueous Two-Phase Systems (ATPS): Exploring the fundamental science and bioengineering applications of ATPS, including biomolecule separation, cell partitioning, and novel material designs, etc.
    • Soft Matter for Biomedical Applications: Investigating and utilizing soft matter principles and materials in bioengineering, including hydrogels, emulsions, liquid crystals, and other soft materials for tissue engineering, drug delivery, and bio-interfacing, etc.
    • Biomicrofluidics: Developing and applying microfluidic technologies to study biological systems at the cellular and molecular levels.
    • Novel Device Technologies: Inventing groundbreaking device technologies for biomedical applications, encompassing microdevices, biosensors and bioanalytical technologies

These positions offer a unique platform to contribute to dynamic and rapidly evolving fields with significant impact across biophysics, biochemistry, medicine, and advanced materials, driving advancements in diagnostics and therapeutics. We encourage applications from researchers who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of scientific innovation within these areas and translating their research for real-world impact.

 

Responsibilities:

The appointee will be expected to:

  • Establish and lead independent and impactful research projects
  • Conduct high-quality and rigorous research, pushing the frontiers of knowledge in the chosen research areas
  • Publish high-quality research papers on leading international journals
  • Secure research funding by preparing and submitting competitive grant proposals
  • Explore opportunities for industry-sponsored funding
  • Supervise and mentor junior researchers and research students

 

Requirements:

    Applicants must possess:

  • Ph.D. degree and post-doctoral research training from an internationally recognized university in Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or a related discipline, with a strong emphasis on experimental research.
  • Demonstrated expertise and strong track records in the following areas: Aqueous Two-Phase Systems, Biomicrofluidics, Novel Device Technologies, or Soft Matter for Bioengineering. Research publications on top-tier scientific journals are required.
  • Proven ability to independently design, execute, and lead research projects, and apply for funding
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, with the ability to effectively communicate research ideas and findings to diverse audiences.

 

 

Job Title:

Research Assistant Professor / Post-doctoral Fellow (Ref.: H01/2025/024)

Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant Professor / Post-doctoral Fellow (Ref.: H01/2025/024) for innovative research projects in the theme of Advanced Medical Device Components based at the Hong Kong Science Park.

 

Job Description:

  • Driving research activities towards defined goals in specified timeline
  • Identifying technology development opportunities to solve major problems in the healthcare sector
  • Processing in data analysis and management
  • Writing proposals, reports, patents and other publications
  • Delivering high-quality presentations to collaborators and industrial partners
  • Liaising with project collaborators and partners
  • Performing various laboratory administrative duties
  • Mentoring junior research staff and students
  • Supporting various Centre’s events & activities
  • Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor(s)

 

Skills and Requirements:

 

  • Field of Study: PhD degree in Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Physics or related disciplines
  • Preferably with research experience in electrocorticography, brain-computer interface, transistor fabrications, flexible electronics, sensors
  • Preferably with industry (corporate, non-academic) R&D experience in the Animal or Human Neurosurgery / Neurophysiology / Neuropathology / FDA-related Regulatory Affairs
  • With strong passion in conducting applied research in device physics
  • Fluent in English in both writing and verbal communications; clear and concise writing skills
  • Good time management with a strong sense of responsibility and research ethics
  • Mature, self-motivated, confident and able to work under pressure

 

Applicants should submit their up-to-date C.V., quoting the job reference number, with information on current/expected remuneration and availability, to (pklc@hku.hk). Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and until the posts are filled.

 

Job Title:

Research Assistant I / II (Ref.: H01/2025/023)

Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant I / II (Ref.: H01/2025/023) for innovative research projects in the theme of Advanced Medical Device Components based at the Hong Kong Science Park.

 

Job Description:

  • Driving research activities towards defined goals in specified timeline
  • Identifying technology development opportunities to solve major problems in the healthcare sector
  • Processing in data analysis and management
  • Drafting reports and other publications
  • Delivering high-quality presentations to collaborators and industrial partners
  • Performing various laboratory administrative duties
  • Supporting various Centre’s events & activities
  • Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor(s)

 

Skills and Requirements:

 

  • Field of Study: PhD degree in Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Physics or related disciplines
  • Preferably with research experience in electrocorticography, brain-computer interface, transistor fabrications, flexible electronics, sensors
  • Fresh graduates with outstanding academic achievement and strong passion in applied research of biomedical instrumentation will also be considered
  • Fluent in English in both writing and verbal communications; clear and concise writing skills
  • Good time management with a strong sense of responsibility and research ethics
  • Mature, self-motivated, confident and able to work under pressure

 

Applicants should submit their up-to-date C.V., quoting the job reference number, with information on current/expected remuneration and availability, to (pklc@hku.hk). Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and until the posts are filled.

 

Job Title:

Project Manager (Deep Tech Medical Devices) (Ref.: H01/2025/021)

Applications are invited for appointment as Project Manager (Deep Tech Medical Devices)

 

What You'll Do

•Develop and execute comprehensive product development plans that align with our Centre’s strategic objectives
•Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, contractors, and resource allocation
•Manage the design and manufacturing control process, including user assessment, design conception, verification, validation, design transfer, and quality assurance
•Oversee the whole manufacturing process from start to finish, and in charge of organizing and coordinating all departments involved, from design and engineering to production and quality control
•Work with scientific innovators and invention developers to engineer novel technological solutions for product breakthroughs
•Identify and manage relationships with clinical research organizations (CROs) and clinical investigators.
•Liaise with project teams, suppliers and clients
•Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations (e.g., FDA, IVD-R, ISO 13485, IEC 60601, IEC 62304, EU MDR, etc.).
•Oversee the preparation and submission of regulatory filings (e.g., 510(k), PMA, CE marking, etc.) to obtain marketing authorization.
•Interact with regulatory agencies (e.g., FDA, notified bodies) to resolve issues.
•Ensure that all product development activities are conducted in accordance with Quality Management System (QMS).
•Analyze manufacturing process to identify any opportunities for improvement or cost savings

What is Required

•8+ years of experience in medical device product development, with a proven track record of successfully bringing products from concept to commercialization
•4+ years of experience in a senior role in project management, managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects
•Experience with deep tech and healthcare products (e.g., those involving AI/ML, biomedical software, medical big-data, novel materials, advanced sensors, medical implants, diagnostic devices, etc.) is highly desirable.
•Strong knowledge of QMS and medical device regulations (e.g., FDA QSR, ISO 13485, IEC 60601, IEC 62304, EU MDR, etc.).
•Familiar with clinical trial designs and clinical development management
•Expertise in at least one of the following areas:
  • Brain-Computer Interface (BCI)
  • Biomaterials or Bioelectronics for Electronic Skin
  • Interventional Cardiology or Interventional Radiology
  • Organoids
  • Orthopedic Implants
  • Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) Devices for Pathogens or Chronic Diseases
•Bachelor, Master, or PhD degree in Engineering or Life Science related disciplines


Work mode

•Full-time / part-time, details can be negotiated
•Located in Hong Kong, or the Silicon Valley area in California in US
•Highly competitive compensation will be offered.

 

Job Title:

AI Engineering Specialist (Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) and Artificial Intelligence) (Ref.: H01/2025/022)

Applications are invited for appointment as AI Engineering Specialist (Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) and Artificial Intelligence)

 

What You'll Do

• Lead the design and development of AI/ML algorithm
• Focus on electrophysiology and brain-computer interface (BCI) data analysis and algorithms
• Apply your expertise in machine learning (especially deep learning) to develop, train, validate, and optimize algorithms for a variety of medical applications.
• Architect and develop SaMD products, with a focus on US FDA product registration (510(k), De Novo, PMA) and fulfilling international standards (e.g., ISO 13485, IEC 62304)
• Employ software engineering best practices and adhere to relevant software development cycle standards
• Guide architectural decisions, technology choices, and development methodologies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, clinical, regulatory) to ensure alignment

What is Required

• Bachelor, Master or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Biomedical Engineering, Information Engineering, or a related field with a strong emphasis on software development and AI/ML.
• Proven experiences in BCI related data analysis and algorithms
• Proven experience in handling brain-related electrophysiological signals such as ECoG, neural spikes or EEG as a plus
• 6+ years of experience in software development for medical applications, with 3+ years focused on SaMD and a proven track record of developing and deploying AI/ML algorithms in a regulated environment.
• Expert-level proficiency in machine learning, particularly deep learning, with hands-on experience using frameworks and tools, such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, etc.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, C++, R, and Java.
• Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their services relevant to SaMD.
• In-depth understanding of the medical device development lifecycle and relevant regulations (FDA or EU MDR).
• Experience with SaMD development, verification, validation, and regulatory approval.
• Knowledge of QMS principles and ISO 13485.

Work mode

• Full-time / part-time, details can be negotiated
• Located in Hong Kong, or the Silicon Valley area in California in US
• Highly competitive compensation will be offered.
• Knowledge of QMS principles and ISO 13485.

 

Job Title:

Clinical Scientist (Ref.: H01/2025/015)

Applications are invited for appointments as Clinical Scientist (Ref.: H01/2025/015) for clinical development projects.

 

Job Description:

• Collaborating with technology inventors and clinical trial organizations to apply new inventions in clinical settings
• Developing clinical protocols with professors, collaborators, clinical KOLs, and industry partners
• Managing regulatory and clinical development matters relating to IRB, GCP, GLP, ICH guidelines, HIPAA governance, US FDA, China NMPA, EMA, Japan PMDA, IVD-R, IND, etc.
• Initiating and executing investigator-initiated trials and sponsored trials to study, validate and improve novel products and services for clinical use
• Coordinating research projects, executing experiments, solving technical challenges, and achieving desirable project results
• Translating research outcomes into marketable applications and business opportunities
• Writing proposals, reports, articles, patents, technical specifications, and other publications
• Delivering high-quality presentations to collaborators and partners
• Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor(s)

Requirements:

• MD/ MBBS/ MBChB/ PhD/ M. Phil/ M. Sc/ M. PH/ B. Pharma degree in Medical Science, Clinical Medicine, Public Health, Biostatistics, or related medical disciplines
• Knowledge in both medical laboratory and clinical trials is a definite advantage
• Mature, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure
• Highly proficient and fluent in English in both writing and verbal communications

• Relevant industry (in companies or hospitals, not purely in universities) R&D experience in the healthcare / biotech sector is a MUST:

  • 1+ year of experience after obtaining PhD degree (registered medical doctor licence is considered equivalent to PhD); or
  • 2+ years of experience after obtaining master degree
  • More experienced candidate can be hired for the Staff Scientist position.

• Relevant industry expertise in specialized areas (in at least one of the following areas):

  • Animal or Human Neurosurgery, Neurophysiology, or Neuropathology
  • Cancer diagnostics and treatment
  • Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) for Pharmaceuticals
  • FDA-Related Regulatory Affairs
  • Fertility and Reproductive Medicine Laboratory
  • Interventional Cardiology or Interventional Radiology
  • Multi-Cancer Early Detection (MECD)
  • Ophthalmology Medical Devices
  • Organoids
  • Orthopedic Implants
  • Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) Devices for Pathogens or Chronic Diseases
  • Respiratory Drug Formulation Development

 

Job Title:

Engineer/ Senior Engineer (Ref.: H01/2025/018)

Applications are invited for appointments as Engineer/ Senior Engineer (Ref.: H01/2025/018) for innovative technology and product development projects related to health tech and biomedical engineering.

 

Job Description:

• Identifying technology development opportunities to solve major problems in the healthcare sector
• Developing innovative technology solutions with professors, collaborators, and industry partners
• Designing products and services that will meet user needs with technological breakthroughs
• Coordinating research projects, executing experiments, solving technical challenges, and achieving desirable project results
• Translating research outcomes into marketable applications and business opportunities
• Writing proposals, reports, articles, patents, technical specifications, and other publications
• Delivering high-quality presentations to collaborators and partners
• Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor(s)

Requirements:

• PhD/ M. Phil/ M. Eng/ M. Sc degree in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Computer Science, Engineering Physics, or related disciplines
• Mature, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure
• Highly proficient and fluent in English in both writing and verbal communications

• Relevant industry (corporate, non-academic) R&D experience in the health tech/ biomedical engineering sector is a MUST:

  • Senior Engineer:
     2+ years of experience after obtaining PhD degree; or
     4+ years of experience after obtaining master degree
  • Engineer:
     1+ year of experience after obtaining PhD degree; or
     2+ years of experience after obtaining master degree

• Relevant industry expertise in specialized areas (in at least one of the following areas):

  • Artificial Intelligence for Cellular Imaging:
  • Biomaterials or Bioelectronics for Electronic Skin
  • Brain-Computer Interface (BCI)
  • Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) for Pharmaceuticals
  • FDA-Related Regulatory Affairs
  • Interventional Cardiology or Interventional Radiology
  • Ophthalmology Medical Devices
  • Organoids
  • Orthopedic Implants
  • Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) Devices for Pathogens or Chronic Diseases

 

Job Title:

Product Development Scientist (Ref.: H01/2025/017)

Applications are invited for appointments as Product Development Scientist (Ref.: H01/2025/017) for innovative technology and product development projects related to healthcare and biotechnology.

 

Job Description:

• Identifying technology development opportunities to solve major problems in the healthcare sector
• Developing innovative technology solutions with professors, collaborators, and industry partners
• Designing products and services that will meet user needs with technological breakthroughs
• Coordinating research projects, executing experiments, solving technical challenges, and achieving desirable project results
• Translating research outcomes into marketable applications and business opportunities
• Writing proposals, reports, articles, patents, technical specifications, and other publications
• Delivering high-quality presentations to collaborators and partners
• Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor(s)

Requirements:

• PhD/ M. Phil/ M. Eng/ M. Sc degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Food and Nutritional Sciences, or related life sciences disciplines
• Mature, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure
• Highly proficient and fluent in English in both writing and verbal communications

• Relevant industry (corporate, non-academic) R&D experience in the healthcare / biotech sector is a MUST:

  • 1+ year of experience after obtaining PhD degree; or
  • 2+ years of experience after obtaining master degree
  • More experienced candidate can be hired for the Staff Scientist position.

• Relevant industry expertise in specialized areas (in at least one of the following areas):

  • Animal or Human Neurosurgery, Neurophysiology, or Neuropathology
  • Cancer Genomics or Proteomics
  • Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) for Pharmaceuticals
  • FDA-Related Regulatory Affairs
  • Fertility and Reproductive Medicine Laboratory
  • Multi-Cancer Early Detection (MECD)
  • Organoids
  • Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) Devices for Pathogens or Chronic Diseases
  • Respiratory Drug Formulation Development

 

Job Title:

Product Development Scientist – Organoids R&D (Ref.: H01/2025/016)

Applications are invited for appointments as Product Development Scientist – Organoids R&D (Ref.: H01/2025/016) for innovative technology and product development projects specifically in the field of Organoids and Microphysiological Systems (MPS).

 

Job Description:

• Designing, developing, and optimizing novel organoid culture protocols, with a strong focus on patient-derived organoids and cancer organoids.
• Establishing robust 3D cell culture models, including optimization of culture media, extracellular matrix components, and growth factors.
• Integrating organoid models into Microphysiological Systems (MPS) to create physiologically relevant in vitro platforms.
• Developing and optimizing assays for drug screening, toxicity testing, and mechanistic studies using organoid and MPS.
• Conducting experiments to evaluate the efficacy and safety of novel therapeutic agents.
• Staying abreast of the latest scientific literature and technological advancements in the fields of organoids, MPS, and cancer biology.
• Translating research outcomes into marketable applications and business opportunities
• Writing proposals, reports, articles, patents, technical specifications, and other publications
• Delivering high-quality presentations to collaborators and partners
• Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor(s)

Requirements

• PhD in Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, or related life sciences disciplines
• Mature, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure
• Highly proficient and fluent in English in both writing and verbal communications
• 1+ years of relevant industry (corporate, non-academic) R&D experience in the biotech sector is a MUST, with the following capabilities:
  • Demonstrated expertise in 3D cell culture techniques, with a strong emphasis on organoid culture
  • Hands-on experience with patient-derived organoid (PDO) culture and characterization
  • Experience with microphysiological systems (MPS) design, fabrication, and operation is highly desirable
  • Understanding of cancer medicine, including mechanisms of tumorigenesis, oncological drug delivery, and drug resistance
  • Experienced in a wide range of cell biology and drug screening techniques, such as immunofluorescence, microscopy, PCR, flow cytometry, toxicology assays, etc.
  • More experienced candidate can be hired for the Staff Scientist position.
  • Experience with Contract Research Organization (CRO) or Laboratory Developed Test (LDT) services is a definite advantage.

 

Job Title:

Research Assistant/Associate (H01/2024/091) 

Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant/Associate (Ref.: H01/2024/091) for an innovative research project to develop a novel system including instruments, consumable chips, reagents, and software for IVD based at the Hong Kong Science Park.

 

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform experiments with defined goals and timeline
• Learn and perform experiments in droplet microfluidics
• Record experiment procedures, process data, and analyze results
• Support senior research scientists in driving R&D activities, identifying and resolving experimental issues based on professional knowledge and literature research.
• Complete other tasks assigned by the supervisor(s)
 
Skills and Requirements:
• Hold a bachelor or master’s degree in biology, chemistry, bioengineering, immunology, clinical, or a related field. A solid background in molecular biology and experimental skills are required
• Candidates with experience in droplet microfluidics, cell culture, qPCR, digital PCR, next-gen sequencing are preferred
• R&D experience in industry is preferred
• Excellent communication and coordination skills, as well as strong teamwork abilities
Applicants should submit their up-to-date C.V., quoting the job reference number, with information on current/expected remuneration and availability, to sigrid.chen@ABIC.HK. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and until the posts are filled.

 

Job Title:

Post-doctoral Fellow (Ref.: H01/2022/081)

Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow (Ref.: H01/2022/081) for innovative and highly collaborative research projects in the themes of Screening Tests / Personalized Companion Diagnostics / Strategic Therapeutics Approaches / Advanced Medical Device Components based at the Hong Kong Science Park.

 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Leading project prospection with collaborators and technology partners, and undertaking follow-up actions
  • Providing technical solutions for ongoing R&D projects
  • Translating research outcomes into real use cases and commercially viable applications
  • Writing proposals, reports, paper publications and patent specification related to the project, as well as delivering convincing technical pitches to collaborators and partners
  • Mentoring junior research staff and students
  • Supporting various Centre’s events & activities
  • Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor(s)

Skills and Requirements:

  • Field of Study: PhD degree in Applied Biology, Applied Physics, Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Medicine, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related disciplines
  • Field of Study: PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Applied Biology, Applied Physics, Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Medicine, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or related disciplines
  • Preferably with research experience in above mentioned four themes
  • Preferably with industry (corporate, non-academic) R&D experience in the Multi-Cancer Early Detection / Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) Devices for Pathogens or Chromic Diseases
  • With strong passion in conducting applied research of biomedical instrumentation
  • Fluent in English in both writing and verbal communications; clear and concise writing skills
  • Good time management with a strong sense of responsibility and research ethics
  • Mature, self-motivated, confident and able to work under pressure
  • May require collaborative working modes in different labs and physical locations

 

Job Title:

Research Assistant I/II (Ref.: H01/2022/082)

Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant I/II (Ref.: H01/2022/082) for innovative and highly collaborative research projects in the themes of Screening Tests / Personalized Companion Diagnostics / Strategic Therapeutics Approaches / Advanced Medical Device Components based at the Hong Kong Science Park.

 

Job Description:

  • Driving research activities towards defined goals in specified timeline
  • Driving research activities towards defined goals in specified timeline
  • Providing technical solutions for ongoing R&D projects
  • Processing in data analysis and management
  • Drafting reports and presentations relevant to the projects
  • Translating research outcomes into real use cases and commercially viable applications
  • Performing various laboratory administrative duties
  • Supporting various Centre’s events & activities
  • Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor(s)

 

Skills and Requirements:

  • • Field of Study: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Applied Biology, Applied Physics, Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Medicine, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or related disciplines. Holder of a Master’s degree will be considered as Research Associate
  • • Fresh graduates with outstanding academic achievement and strong passion in applied research of biomedical instrumentation will also be considered
  • • Preferably with industry (corporate, non-academic) R&D experience in the above mentioned four themes
  • • Fluent in English in both writing and verbal communications; clear and concise writing skills
  • • Good time management with a strong sense of responsibility and research ethics
  • • Self-motivated team player who can be assertive to achieve results
  • • May require collaborative working modes in different labs and physical locations

 

Job Title:

Post-doctoral Fellow (Ref.: H01/2024/086)

Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow (Ref.: H01/2024/086) for innovative research projects in the themes of Screening Tests / Personalized Companion Diagnostics / Strategic Therapeutics Approaches / Advanced Medical Device Components based at the Hong Kong Science park.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Leading project prospection with collaborators and undertaking follow-up actions
  • Conducting experiments relevant to the projects.
  • Writing reports relevant to the projects, preparing paper publications and presentations and patent filing, as well as delivering convincing technical pitches to collaborators and partners
  • Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor(s)

Skills and Requirements:

  • Field of Study: PhD degree in Applied Physics, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related disciplines.
  • Preferably with research experience in micro/nanorobots, micro/nanomotors, bioelectronics, microfluidics, active matters, nanotechnology for biomedicine, etc.
  • Publications in the above research areas will be a plus
  • Fluent in English in both writing and verbal communications; clear and concise writing skills
  • Good time management with a strong sense of responsibility and research ethics
  • Mature, self-motivated, confident and able to work under pressure

Applicants should submit their up-to-date C.V., quoting the job reference number, with information on current/expected remuneration and availability, to Dr. Changjin Wu (changjin@hku.hk). Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and until the posts are filled.

 

Job Title:

Research Assistant I/II (Ref.: H01/2024/087)

Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant I/II (Ref.: H01/2024/087) for innovative research projects in the themes of Screening Tests / Personalized Companion Diagnostics / Strategic Therapeutics Approaches / Advanced Medical Device Components based at the Hong Kong Science Park.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Driving research activities towards defined goals in specified timeline
  • Processing in data analysis and management
  • Drafting reports and presentations relevant to the projects
  • Liaising with project collaborators and partners
  • Performing various laboratory administrative duties
  • Supporting various Centre’s events & activities
  • Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor(s)

Skills and Requirements:

  • Field of Study: PhD degree in Applied Physics, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related disciplines.
  • Preferably with research experience in micro/nanorobots, micro/nanomotors, bioelectronics, microfluidics, soft active matters, nanotechnology for biomedicine, etc.
  • Publications in the above research areas will be a plus
  • Fluent in English in both writing and verbal communications; clear and concise writing skills
  • Good time management with a strong sense of responsibility and research ethics
  • Mature, self-motivated, confident and able to work under pressure

Applicants should submit their up-to-date C.V., quoting the job reference number, with information on current/expected remuneration and availability, to Dr. Changjin Wu (changjin@hku.hk). Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and until the posts are filled.

 

Job Title:

Post-doctoral Fellow (Ref.: H01/2024/081)

Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow (Ref.: H01/2024/081) within the research group of Prof. Mu He at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) and in association with Prof. Anderson Shum (HKU/ABIC), and Prof. Andreas Bausch (Technical University of Munich).

Job Responsibilities:

  • Working on a collaborative project on developing new and automated strategies to establish complex respiratory organoid models for disease modeling and drug screening.

Skills and Requirements:

  • Field of study: PhD in a subject relevant to the project, such as molecular and cell biology, genetics, or biomedical engineering, or be due to complete a PhD within 6 months.
  • Preferably with research experience in disease modeling, sterile culture techniques, stem cell culture, and organoids.
  • Research experience in tissue analysis by immunohistochemistry and light microscopy techniques, cell biological assays including live imaging and biochemical readouts would also be useful.

This is a training position suitable for you if you have recently completed your doctoral studies, or you are looking to move into a new research discipline and/or need to further develop your research skills.

For informal enquiries, please contact Prof. Mu He (muhe@hku.hk).

Applicants should submit their up-to-date C.V., quoting the job reference number, with information on current/expected remuneration and availability, to Prof. Mu He (muhe@hku.hk). Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and until the posts are filled.

 

Job Title:

Research Assistant I/II (Ref.: H01/2024/082)

Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant I/II (Ref.: H01/2024/082) within the research group of Prof. Mu He at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) and in association with Prof. Anderson Shum (HKU/ABIC), and Prof. Andreas Bausch (Technical University of Munich).

Job Responsibilities:

  • Working on a collaborative project on developing new and automated strategies to establish complex respiratory organoid models for disease modeling and drug screening.

Skills and Requirements:

  • Field of study: Bachelor Degree in a subject relevant to biology, biomedical engineering, biotechnology, or chemistry, or be due to graduate within 6 months.
  • Preferably with research experience of sterile culture techniques, stem cell culture, and organoids.
  • Research experience in tissue analysis by immunohistochemistry and light microscopy techniques, cell biological assays including live imaging and biochemical readouts would also be useful.

This is a training position suitable for you if you have recently completed your undergraduate study and plan to pursue advanced degrees to launch a career in the STEM field.

For informal enquiries, please contact Prof. Mu He (muhe@hku.hk).

Applicants should submit their up-to-date C.V., quoting the job reference number, with information on current/expected remuneration and availability, to Prof. Mu He (muhe@hku.hk). Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and until the posts are filled.

 

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

Applicants should submit their up-to-date C.V., quoting the job reference number, with information on current/expected remuneration and availability, to hr@abic.hk.

Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and until the posts are filled.

The personal data provided in your application process will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purpose. The personal data may be transferred and disclosed to, and used by HKU Innovation Holdings Limited and The University of Hong Kong for the above purposes.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.