| Job Title | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Senior Research Assistant (Genome Curation) - Expired | 17/10/2024 |
| System Engineer (Infrastructure) - Expired | 16/10/2024 |
Senior Research Assistant (Genome Curation) - Expired
Reporting to Research Officer (Genome Curation), the incumbent will assume the following responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
- Perform tertiary analysis for whole genome sequencing (WGS) data in accordance with international guidelines
- Mentor and train junior staff in tertiary analysis methodologies, including variant filtering, classification, and selection of reportable variants
- Conduct cohort analysis to identify trends and correlations within genomic data, contributing to the understanding of population variations and disease associations
- Prepare and present findings in multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings, effectively communicating complex data insights to a diverse range of stakeholders
- Assist in the development and management of the genome curation platform for next-generation sequencing (NGS) data
- Conduct comprehensive literature reviews to support ongoing research projects and inform best practices in genome curation
- Collaborate with the research officer to develop and refine processes and models for variant prioritisation
- Conduct advanced data mining, curation, and interpretation of genome sequencing results, according to current international standards
- Participate in research and development activities, contributing to the advancement of genomic research practices
- Perform any other duties assigned by senior officers
Requirements:
We are seeking a high-calibre candidate for the post of Senior Research Assistant (Genome Curation) who possesses:
- A bachelor’s degree or above in Biomedical Sciences, Genetic Sciences, Health Sciences, Medical Statistics, Biological Sciences, or a related discipline
- At least 2 years of experience in genomic research or a related area, with a strong focus on tertiary analysis of NGS data and familiarity with NGS technology
- Proficiency in Python or R, with data-wrangling skills for manipulating VCF files
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail for complex data interpretation
- Excellent communication skills in Cantonese (spoken) and English (written), with the ability to effectively present findings, especially in MDT settings
- A collaborative mindset and strong teamwork abilities
- Preferred experience in genome research with publications in peer-reviewed journals, and knowledge of cancer genome analysis, single-cell sequencing, or long-read sequencing data
- Experience in patient care, clinical research, and digital health technologies is advantageous
Office Location: Hong Kong Science Park, Shatin
Remuneration:
Successful candidate will be offered attractive remuneration and be appointed on an initial two-year contract (subject to mutual agreement for contract renewal).
Application:
Interested parties should send full resume enclosing current and expected remuneration together with availability to recruitment4@genomics.org.hk on or before 17 October 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Data collected will be used for recruitment purpose only.
System Engineer (Infrastructure) - Expired
Report to the Manager (Infrastructure), the incumbent will assume the following responsibilities:
Key responsibilities
- Manage and optimise Linux server environments, including Red Hat and Ubuntu distributions
- Maintain data storage clusters, ensuring optimal performance and reliability
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deploy technical solutions
- Provide timely troubleshooting and resolution for system-related issues
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations and procedures
- Work closely with external vendors to ensure data platform delivery and other deliverables meet standards
- Provide non-office hours, on-site support and application support when necessary
- Perform any other duties assigned by senior officers
Requirements:
We are seeking a high-calibre candidate for the post of System Engineer (Infrastructure) who possesses
- Preferably a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline
- At least 2 years of experience in server administration and data centre operations
- Proficiency in Unix/Linux environments, particularly with Red Hat and Ubuntu distributions
- Knowledge in storage technologies and solutions, preferably in Dell PowerScale and OneFS
- Experience in scripting languages such as Java, Python, BASH, and Perl
- Preferably familiarity with Strum or similar Linux applications
- Preferably knowledge of firewalls, VPNs, network, cloud platforms, security infrastructure or AWS cloud
- Ability to effectively integrate new knowledge into practice
- Proficiency in both spoken and written English and Chinese
Office Location: Hong Kong Science Park, Shatin
Remuneration:
Successful candidate will be offered attractive remuneration and be appointed on an initial two-year contract (subject to mutual agreement for contract renewal).
Application:
Interested parties should send full resume enclosing current and expected remuneration together with availability to recruitment3@genomics.org.hk on or before 16 October 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Data collected will be used for recruitment purpose only.