Research Assistant / Junior Research Assistant

Applicants should have (i) a Bachelor's degree, preferably in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or a related discipline. Applicants who have not yet been awarded a Bachelor's degree may be appointed as Junior Research Assistant; (ii) working knowledge of at least one programming language (e.g. Python or R) and familiarity with the Linux command line; (iii) an interest in applying computational methods to biological data, with coursework or project experience in bioinformatics, machine learning, or statistical analysis of high-dimensional data an advantage, and preferably with experience in single-cell data analysis; (iv) a good command of English in both writing and speaking; and (v) self-motivation and the ability to work independently as well as in a team.

Wet-lab experience is not required. The appointee will be responsible for (a) processing and analysing sequencing and multi-omics data, including data generated by collaborating laboratories; (b) assisting in the implementation, training and benchmarking of computational and machine-learning models; (c) maintaining analysis code, pipelines and documentation in a reproducible manner; (d) preparing analyses and figures for grant applications and manuscripts; (e) working closely with other team members and external collaborators, including presenting progress in a regular manner; and (f) performing other duties as assigned.

Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for one year, renewable subject to satisfactory performance, funding availability and mutual agreement. Applicants should submit the following documents in the online application: (1) a complete CV; (2) at least one reference letter; and (3) copies of qualification documents, or an official transcript for applicants pending graduation.

Inquiries can be directed to the Principal Investigator, Prof. Qin CAO, by email at qcao@cuhk.edu.hk . 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 http://career.cuhk.edu.hk .