| Job Title | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Senior Research Assistant (Genome Curation) | 17/10/2024 |
| System Engineer (Infrastructure) | 16/10/2024 |
| System and Infrastructure Manager (Risk Management) - Expired | 19/09/2024 |
Senior Research Assistant (Genome Curation)
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)
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.
System and Infrastructure Manager (Risk Management) - Expired
Reporting to the Project Lead of the Security Risk Assessment and Audit (SRAA) project, the incumbent will assume the following responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the execution of the SRAA process, ensuring ongoing compliance with internal policies and standard operating procedures.
- Organise and implement activities to identify control gaps and mitigate technology risks as part of the SRAA exercise, including evaluating vulnerabilities, testing system resilience, and conducting drills.
- Perform assessments on systems and infrastructure to maintain robust IT risk management.
- Establish requirements for information protection during application, system, and network implementations, in accordance with industry best practices.
- Support IT operations related to governance and assurance, including access management, monitoring, incident response, and reporting, aligning with the objectives of the risk assessment and audit programme.
- Manage the day-to-day operations related to IT risk management, overseeing event monitoring, vulnerability management, and performance optimisation of tools and systems.
- Provide recommendations to management on advancements in technology, emerging threats, and preventive measures through continuous research, contributing to the enhancement of the risk assessment and audit processes.
- Perform any other duties assigned by senior officers.
Requirements:
We are seeking a high-calibre candidate for the post of System & Infrastructure Manager (Risk Management) who possesses:
- A bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, information systems, or related discipline
- Experience in supporting and executing security risk assessment and audit processes, including knowledge of methodologies and tools utilised in these processes.
- Strong understanding of IT risk management principles and practices, including risk assessment, mitigation, and control implementation.
- In-depth knowledge of industry standards and frameworks related to IT risk management, such as ISO 27001.
- Proficiency in conducting risk assessments and developing risk management strategies for IT systems, applications, and infrastructure.
- Familiarity with IT security technologies and controls, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, encryption, access controls, and vulnerability management tools.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and prioritise tasks effectively.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and assess potential risks and vulnerabilities in IT environments.
- Professional certifications in IT risk management, such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, CEH, CDPSE.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
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 19 September 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Data collected will be used for recruitment purpose only.