Research Assistant (Animal Laboratory or related field)

The University of Macau (UM) is an internationalized public comprehensive university in the Macao Special Administrative Region (MSAR) located at the west bank of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). The GBA is rapidly developing into one of the leading technology and innovation hubs of the world. UM is placed No. 193 in the THE World University Rankings and placed No. 245 in the QS World University Rankings. With a scenic campus of approximately 1 km² on Hengqin island, UM has achieved significant progress in the past decade as evidenced by its rising international repute, state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, and the establishment of three State Key Laboratories in microelectronics, Chinese medical sciences, and internet of things for smart city. To support economic diversification of MSAR and deepen collaboration between MSAR and Guangdong Province in Hengqin island, UM will continue to invest in cutting-edge research and develop interdisciplinary programmes in key strategic areas including precision oncology, advanced materials, regional oceanography, artificial intelligence and robotics, data science, cognitive and brain science and economics and finance. Leveraging its ‘4-in-1’ model of education and residential college system, UM provides all-round undergraduate education, nurturing talent to support social and economic development in MSAR and the GBA as a whole. With unprecedented growth and opportunities for development, UM offers promising career prospects to academics at all levels. It may be noted that English is the working language and the primary medium of instruction at UM.

Established in 2002, the Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences (ICMS) is an academic centre of excellence in Chinese medicine as well as biomedical and pharmaceutical sciences in the region. It hosts the State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine (QRCM), as well as Macao Centre for R&D in Chinese Medicine, UM Centre for Pharmaceutical Regulatory Sciences, UM Macao Centre for Testing of Chinese Medicine and Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences. Over the past decade, the Institute has established an international reputation in conducting high-quality research with special emphasis on Chinese medicine quality research, drug discovery and development, immunopharmacology, systems pharmacology, molecular pharmaceutics and regulatory sciences. It has secured outstanding funding support from both national and regional governments and built long-term strategic collaborations with top academic organizations around the world. More details about the Institute are available at https://sklqrcm.um.edu.mo/. 

ICMS/QRCM invites applications for the position of Research Assistant (Animal Laboratory or related field), to maintain the laboratory environment & safety, assist in the management and safety of laboratory animal centre, the animals’ welfare, the diagnosis and treatment for laboratory animal centre, equipment use and training for laboratory users, and other laboratory-related activities. 

Initial appointment is up to 12 months with a possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and mutual agreement. 

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree or above in Veterinary, Life Technology, Medical Technology, Life Science, Pharmaceutics or related disciplines;
2. Fresh graduates are welcome;
3. Experience in animal experiments and management is preferred;
4. Relevant research or laboratory experience would be an advantage;
5. Responsible, motivated and initiative personality;
6. Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese;
7. Good communication skills and ability to work well within a team environment;
8. Willing to take challenges and able to work under pressure. 

The selected candidate is expected to assume duty as soon as possible.

Remuneration

Remuneration offered will be competitive and commensurate with the successful applicants’ academic qualification and relevant professional experience. The current local maximum income tax rate is 12% but is effectively around 5% - 7% after various discretionary exemptions.

Application Procedure

Applicants should apply ONLINE. Review of applications will commence immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Applicants may consider their applications not successful if they are not invited for an interview within 3 months of application. 

For enquiries, please contact the Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences. Contact details are: 

Email: icms.enquiry@um.edu.mo; Tel: +853 8822 4539

Address: University of Macau, Av. da Universidade, Taipa, Macau, China 

The University of Macau reserves the right not to appoint a candidate.

***Personal data provided by applicants will be kept confidential and used for recruitment purpose only***

** Under the equal condition of qualifications and experience, priority will be given to Macao permanent residents**