The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, working with more than 200 ophthalmologists and visual scientists in Hong Kong and Mainland China, is committed to advancing patient service, research, and training and education to the highest quality in all major areas of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. We are also dedicated to worthwhile community programmes and public education projects. The Department, always “in search of excellence”, is looking for candidates to take up positions in our clinical and research (academic, community and translational) programmes involving ophthalmic investigations, public education, out-reach, and ophthalmic studies on disease entities including COVID-19, children eye diseases autoimmune diseases, ocular surface diseases, refractive errors, ocular cancers, dry eye disease, thyroid eye diseases, glaucoma, and retina diseases. We are highly committed to supporting career development of all staff members.
Applicants should have (i) a Bachelor's degree; (ii) proficiency in English and Cantonese; (iii) keen interest in conducting research work in the field of ophthalmology and visual sciences; (iv) an effective, intelligent, energetic, resourceful and forward-looking work attitude; and (v) personal integrity, sincerity, and teamwork spirit. Relevant experience in clinical/laboratory/statistical studies is preferred.
Duties include (a) participating in and providing logistical support for children eye research projects, community services and eye screening projects on weekdays or Saturdays; (b) performing laboratory works on microbiome and DNA extraction of buccal swabs and blood samples, and data entry and analysis; (c) carrying out ophthalmic investigations in research and eye screening projects; (d) providing support in data processing and analysis; and (e) performing other departmental duties as assigned. In-house training will be provided where appropriate.
Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for one year, renewable subject to mutual agreement.
