The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is ranked 36th in the QS World University Rankings 2025 and 28th in Medicine. The Department of Psychiatry fosters vibrant collaborations among clinicians, AI specialists, and molecular, cellular, and systems neuroscientists.
The Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Junior Research Assistant or a Research Assistant to contribute to Neuroscience projects aimed at translating insights from Systems and Computational Neuroscience into clinical research. These projects are established through collaborations with:
- The International Brain Laboratory, a unique global consortium of twenty-two leading neuroscience research groups dedicated to decoding the brain-wide neural basis of decision-making at single-cell resolution.
- The Microbiota I-Center, a world-class microbiome biotechnology hub with clinical and experimental expertise aimed at translating microbiome innovations for early disease detection and prevention.
Current projects focus on leveraging brain-wide datasets, high-density in vivo electrophysiology, and telemetry EEG/EMG recordings to study circuit-based neuropathological conditions, develop cross-species computational models, and investigate how gut-brain dynamics contribute to neuropathologies.
On-the-job training, international exposure, publication opportunities, and professional development prospects will be provided. Outstanding performance of the appointee may lead to opportunities to engage in further study.
Applicants should have (i) a BSc degree or above in Neuroscience or related quantitative disciplines such as Cognitive Science, Computational Science or Statistics; (ii) proficiency in English with strong communication skills; (iii) demonstrated programming skills/experience and the ability to analyse/model behavioural and neural data; (iv) responsiblity, organisation, efficiency, and self-motivation; and (v) enthusiasm for research and collaboration. Candidates with research experience and knowledge in Python, machine learning, or animal EEG will be an advantage.
Duties include (a) analysing and modelling neural, behavioural, and other biological data; (b) developing and maintaining analytical methodologies and technical skills; (c) disseminating research findings through presentations and publications (d) collaborating with colleagues within and outside the research projects; and (e) performing other tasks as assigned.
Appointment will initially be on contract basis for one year commencing as soon as possible, renewable subject to mutual agreement.
Applicants should submit the following documents in the online application: (1) your CV; (2) a cover letter; and (3) the contact details of two referees.
For further information about the position, please refer to the website of the Department and the Laboratory or contact Ms. Petrina Lau at yaupoklau@cuhk.edu.hk. Applications are open until the position is filled.
The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.
