Laboratory Attendant in Ming Wai Lau Centre for Reparative Medicine,

Karolinska Institutet, Hong Kong

Karolinska Institutet (KI) is one of the world´s leading medical universities. Its mission is to contribute to the improvement of human health through research and education. KI accounts for over 40% of the medical academic research conducted in Sweden and offers the country’s broadest range of education in medicine and health sciences. More information about KI can be found on http://www.ki.se.

KI has established a research centre in Hong Kong, the Ming Wai Lau Centre for Reparative Medicine (MWLC). MWLC operates two nodes, one based at KI in Stockholm, Sweden and the other in Hong Kong, located in Science Park, Shatin. The focus of the Hong Kong node will be on establishing a leading hub exploring novel technologies to strengthen basic research within stem cell biology and regenerative medicine. It will include up to four research groups, initially consisting of a total of 20-30 scientists.

Job Description

Ming Wai Lau Centre for Reparative Medicine, KI, Hong Kong is seeking a motivated and dedicated candidate as our Laboratory attendant. You will be responsible for keeping general cleaniness and order in the laboratory, duties include the following but not limited to:

-          Daily cleaning of general lab and special rooms

-          Disinfecting and prepare labware, and operate autoclave under supervision

-          Prepare common lab reagents and consumable stock

-          Clean up and handle the disposal of chemical and biological waste

-          Perform minor maintenance on laboratory instruments

-          Assist the Laboratory Manager to upkeep storage of lab supplies

-          Mailing and general laborious work, outdoor duties required occasionally

Qualifications / Requirements

The right candidate should have at least Form 3 standard (or equivalent), 2 years of work experience in a laboratory environment, and the ability to communicate in English.

The Employment

This is a three-year fixed-term full-time position, with the possibility of renewal.

This assignment is located at MWLC, Hong Kong, and the employment will follow local labour laws in Hong Kong.

A competitive remuneration package with MPF and pension contributing up to a total of 10% over basic salary and medical benefits will be offered.

Emphasis will be placed on personal qualities as responsibility, flexibility, teamwork and ability to solve problems.

Application Process

Applicants should send their CV, expected salary and earliest available date by 30 June 2017. Write “Laboratory Attendant 2-2847/2017” in the subject title.

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