Job Title:	Faculty Positions
Department:	Division of Life Science
Job ID:		9414

The Division of Life Science at the Hong Kong University of Science & Technology (HKUST) is seeking applications for multiple tenure-track positions in basic and translational research to address our mission in understanding the mechanisms governing human health and diseases. Candidates with interests and experience in immunology and immune system disorders, neurodegenerative diseases, cancer, microbiology, or regenerative and precision medicine are particularly encouraged to apply. Outstanding investigators of senior ranks will be considered as well. We are also interested in entrepreneurial-minded candidates whose research programs envision a multidisciplinary perspective and cutting-edge experimental approaches. Applicants whose research programs are outside the above areas but will complement or enhance the existing strengths of the Division are welcome. Successful candidates are expected to establish an independent and internationally recognized research program and to contribute to the missions of the Division in undergraduate and postgraduate education.

HKUST, one of the top young premiere academic institutions in the world, possesses state-of-the-art university-funded research centers and facilities, including:

• A state-of-the-art Biosciences Central Research Facility with 6 cores (Advanced Imaging, Proteomics and Metabolomics, Histology, Advanced Imaging and Flow Cytometry, and Next-Generation Sequencing, and General Equipment)
• A biological Cryo-EM Center
• A recently renovated Laboratory Animal Facility
• A recently established state-of-the-art AI supercomputing facility

The University has a vibrant research environment, and the medium of instruction and administration is English. Candidates should hold a graduate degree (M.D., Ph.D., or M.D./Ph.D.), have completed a postdoctoral fellowship, and have demonstrated the potential to lead a competitive, independently funded research program. Competitive start-up package and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental, and housing benefits.

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