Research Assistant (iPSC)

Job Posting Details

Research Assistant position is available in the Division of Life Science at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

Our research team is seeking highly motivated Research Assistant(s) to join the iPSC team.

The individual will join a dedicated team that utilizes human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC)-derived systems to model Alzheimer’s disease.

The Research Assistant will be trained to reprogram terminally differentiated cells into iPSCs, characterize iPSCs, differentiate neuronal and glial cells, and characterize the differentiated cells using cutting-edge technologies.

Duties

Tissue culture and quality control of iPSC and neuronal and glial differentiation.

Running both differentiation and phenotyping assays, including but not limited to:immunocytochemistry, imaging, western blot, RT-qPCR.

Creating quality assured banks of iPSC for use in a variety of projects.

Documenting all work in a lab notebook.

Lab maintenance, i.e. ordering supplies, general upkeep, etc..

Organizing and cryopreserving processed samples in liquid nitrogen tank.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biology/Molecular Biology/Biochemistry/Neurobiology or related field;

Flexible working hours during weekdays AND weekends on rotating schedule;

Experience with cell culture preferred; experience with iPSC is a plus;

Past research experience in cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, or neuroscience at the undergraduate level or beyond is preferred;

Self-motivated, detail-oriented, team-oriented; and

Strong organizational, communication, and record-keeping skills.

(Duration: 1 year, renewable)

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided.

Please apply on or before: 31 October 2025.

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HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of
inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.

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