Scientific Officer/Research Officer in the Department of Medicine

Scientific Officer/Research Officer in the Division of Neurology of the Department of Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 532136).

We now invite applications for the captioned post.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Apply image analysis skills on clinical and research MRI techniques and sequences to study patients with stroke and dementia, or at risk of these conditions, in large cohort studies as well as randomized controlled trials
• Work with the Stroke Research and Prevention Group of HKU (stroke.hku.hk) to manage other research-related projects
• Assist in neuroimaging data acquisition and analysis, write-up of the results, prepare scientific publications, draft research grants, provide strategic guidance to ensure successful project outcomes
• Provide technical training/coaching and supervision of research team members and students
• Perform any ad hoc or administrative duties as assigned

Requirements

• A Ph.D. degree in Neuroimaging, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or other related disciplines
• Extensive experience in processing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), such as arterial spin labeling and diffusion tractography using programming scripts, such as Python and C++
• Demonstrated expertise in the analysis of large and complex dataset
• Strong leadership experience with a track record of managing a research team and supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students
• Self-driven, motivated, and creative in designing their image analysis pipeline according to project requirements
• Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• An excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese
• Able to work in a multidisciplinary team
• Experience in image analysis packages such as Freesurfer, FSL, SPM, or 3DSlicer, or using machine learning or artificial intelligence models would be advantageous 
• Those with less experience/track record may be considered for appointment as Research Officer

What We Offer

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary basis for 1 year, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above post.  Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V.  Review of applications will start from June 10, 2025 and continue until August 31, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

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