Scientific Officer, Advanced Life Sciences and Mass Spectrometry Laboratory

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

ADVANCED LIFE SCIENCES AND MASS SPECTROMETRY LABORATORY

Scientific Officer (26270182)

The Advanced Life Sciences and Mass Spectrometry Laboratory (LSMS) is a central research facility of Hong Kong Baptist University dedicated to driving transdisciplinary research.  Equipped with advanced mass spectrometers, MALDI imaging systems, and life science facilities, LSMS invites applications for a highly motivated Scientific Officer to join its core team.

Responsibilities:

1. Operations & Maintenance
   • Oversee daily operations, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance to ensure peak performance and minimal downtime; 
   • Enforce lab safety, general policies, regulatory compliance, and access and usage protocols;
   • Administer fee-for-service charging schemes, procurement and management of chemicals and consumables, and track wear-and-tear components; and
   • Prepare administrative, usage, and statistical documents and reports.
      
2. Training & User Support
   • Manage training schedules, instrument bookings, and enquiries;
   • Design and conduct instrument training and practical workshops for users;
   • Provide technical consultations on experimental design, sample preparation, and data interpretation; and
   • Provide hands-on user support and technical assistance during equipment operation.
      
3. Projects & Engagement
   • Support research, collaborative, and consultancy projects by contributing technical expertise and facility resource plans (e.g. writing technical methodology, preparing preliminary data, and estimating service budgets); and 
   • Organise promotional campaigns, technical seminars, and engagement events to maximise facility utilisation and visibility.

The appointee will also be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements: 

Applicants should possess a recognised degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or a related discipline (preferably a PhD, or a Master’s/Bachelor’s degree with substantial technical experience), with at least three years of relevant experience including solid hands-on skills in operating the analytical instruments.  Experience in lab facility management within a higher education institution, or a technical specialist role with relevant instrument manufacturers, will be a definite advantage.

The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following qualities and competencies:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Chinese;
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail, particularly in handling scientific data, service billing, statistics, and safety and policy compliance;
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to bridge student, academic, and industry interests, foster interdisciplinary collaborations, and maintain clear information flow;
• Proficiency in managing and analysing operational and usage data, using effective presentation tools to highlight key information and support decision-making; and
• A proactive, reliable, self-motivated multitasker who takes ownership of deliverables and thrives in a dynamic environment.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test. The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term, gratuity-bearing contract of one year. Contract renewal is subject to mutual agreement.

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 an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.

Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.