| Job Title | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Research Assistant (Genome Curation) | 25/06/2025 |
| Associate Medical Technologist | 25/06/2025 |
| Summer Internship Programme 2025 (Corporate Communications) | 18/06/2025 |
Research Assistant (Genome Curation)
Reporting to Research Officer (Genome Curation), the incumbent will assume the following responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and managing genome curation platform for next-generation sequencing (NGS) data
- Support the research officer in developing processes or models for variant prioritisation
- Receive training in tertiary analysis for whole genome sequencing (WGS) data, which includes (a) variant filtering and prioritisation (b) classification, and (c) selection of reportable variants
- Assist in data mining, curation, and interpretation of genome sequencing results according to current international standards
- Generate plots and figures to assist in the presentation of results
- Conduct basic literature reviews, research, and perform related clerical duties
- Participate in research and development activities
- Perform any other duties assigned by senior officers
Requirements:
We are seeking a high-calibre candidate for the post of 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.
- Basic knowledge and experience in research studies, with a willingness to receive on-the-job training.
- Familiarity with NGS technology and its data formats is preferred.
- Proficiency in coding in Python or R, and data-wrangling skills such as extracting information from VCF files and manipulating data structures are desirable.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Cantonese (spoken) and English (written); strong written English is an advantage
- Strong teamwork and collaboration mindset.
- Experience in genome research resulting in publications in international peer-reviewed journals is preferred.
- Knowledge or experience in the analysis of cancer genomes, single-cell sequencing, and long-read sequencing data is a plus.
- Experience in patient care, clinical research, and the use of digital health technologies in healthcare settings would be 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 25 June 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Data collected will be used for recruitment purpose only.
Associate Medical Technologist
Reporting to the Medical Technologist, the incumbent will assume the following responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
- Process and analyse clinical specimens via molecular testing methods following standard operating procedures (SOP)
- Perform patient sample handling and processing, including whole blood, buccal swab, saliva, tumour and normal tissues
- Perform DNA / RNA extraction from various clinical tissue samples
- Perform quality control (QC) and library preparation, and operate next / third generation sequencing systems and other laboratory equipment and analysers
- Assist in developing new protocols and evaluating new sequencing technologies and analysers
- Perform daily and routine laboratory operations, equipment maintenance and calibration
- Perform cell culture work
- Participate in research and development
- Assist in implementation of quality control, documentation, internal audit and external quality assurance programmes to meet the accreditation standard
- Perform any other duties assigned by senior officers
Requirements:
We are seeking a high-calibre candidate for the post of Associate Medical Technologist who possesses:
- A bachelor’s degree of Science or relevant in medical laboratory sciences, biochemistry, biology or related disciplines.
- A certificate of Registration (MLT Part II) and a valid Practising Certificate issued by the Medical Laboratory Technologists Board, Hong Kong (MLT Board)
- At least 2 years of relevant experience in genetic research laboratory or medical laboratories with provision of genetic testing
- Preferably with 2-3 years of working experience in short and / or long-read sequencing technology, including QC and data analysis
- Experience in quality management systems, such as quality assurance, development of SOP and operation manual
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 25 June 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Data collected will be used for recruitment purpose only.
Summer Internship Programme 2025 (Corporate Communications)
The HKGI Summer Internship Programme offers a unique opportunity for passionate and aspiring students to gain valuable experience and industry insights in genomics and related fields. Running between June and August 2025, the programme offers students the opportunity to explore the operations of the Hong Kong Genome Project (HKGP), working with a team of highly professional and experienced professionals.
We are seeking passionate students eager to develop their careers in genomics and related fields. Successful candidates will be assigned to the Corporate Communications team.
Corporate Communications
- Assist in the design and production of HKGI corporate publications and social media content, such as the Annual Report and LinkedIn updates
- Conduct industry research; draft and translate promotion materials to publicise HKGI’s work
- Assist in the planning, logistics and coordination of corporate events/visits
- Support daily news and social media monitoring
- Support the team’s record management, daily operations and ad hoc tasks
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day operational support to the team
- Participate in research and/or specific projects as required
- Undertake any other duties as assigned by mentors
Requirements:
- Residents of the HKSAR and lawfully employable in the HKSAR
- Keen to learn and work in genomics and related fields
- Ideally, university students majoring in Communications, Languages, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing or related disciplines
- Self-starter with positive attitude and a high sense of responsibility
- Proven academic excellence and performance
- Good organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese
Office location:
Hong Kong Science Park, Shatin
Programme Duration:
Successful candidates will receive four to eight weeks of on-the-job training at the Hong Kong Genome Institute between June and August 2025, with a monthly allowance to be determined by the HKGI. The internship period may be extended subject to HKGI operational requirements and candidates’ availability.
Application:
The application period is now open until 18 June 2025. Interested applicants should submit their full resume to recruitment5@genomics.org.hk.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.