Senior Research Officer, Division of Science

Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations.
Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/.
Applications are now invited for the following post:
Senior Research Officer
Division of Science
(Post Ref.: 26/221)

The Division of Science (http://www.LN.edu.hk/dos) would like to invite applications for the above-mentioned post.
The appointee will join a joint research team bringing together the Freshwater Biodiversity & Ecosystem Functioning Lab (led by Dr. Alphonse Tsang) and Applied Ecology and Conservation Laboratory (led by Dr. Roger Lee). The candidate will play a key role in managing an aquatic insect conservation project in South Lantau’s freshwater marshes.
Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys in freshwater marshes to establish an ecological baseline for aquatic insects
  
• Curate and digitize aquatic insect specimen collections
  
• Establish a DNA barcoding library for aquatic insects in freshwater marshes
  
• Conduct and advance environmental DNA (eDNA) methods in freshwater marshes
  
• Oversee project progress and prepare progress reports
  
• Prepare educational and public outreach materials to promote aquatic insect conservation
  
• Perform other education- and research-related duties assigned
  Requirements
  
• A recognized master’s degree (or above) in earth/environmental sciences, life sciences, biology, or a related discipline
  
• Proven field survey and data analytics experience, with a strong passion for ecological research and biodiversity conservation
  
• An outstanding level of physical fitness, including the ability to conduct demanding, full-day outdoor fieldwork carrying equipment in freshwater marshes
  
• Knowledge and experience in bioinformatics and eDNA analysis are a plus
  
• Strong organization and communication skills (both written and spoken) to compile research data for reporting, creating clear public educational content, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
  Applicants with prior experience in bioinformatics and ecological surveys are highly encouraged to apply for this position.
  Salary and Benefits
  Commencing salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits, where applicable, include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, and mandatory provident fund.
  Appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract for 12 months with the possibility of a further extension on related research projects.
  Application Procedure
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  We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration.
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