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Employment Period: |
12 months (with the possibility of renewal) |
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Major Duties: |
The appointee will assist the Principal Investigator (PI) in conducting research work related to wastewater treatment, anaerobic bioreactor design, and microalgae cultivation. He/she will be required to conduct experiments, materials testing, data analysis, preparation of report for publications and perform other research duties as assigned by the PI. |
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Requirements: |
For the post of Term Research Assistant I, applicants should have a recognised Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or related disciplines; or a recognised degree in related disciplines and work experience; or equivalent. |
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For the post of Term Research Assistant II, applicants should have a sub-degree in Environmental Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or related disciplines; or equivalent level of study. |
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Candidates with experience in membrane filtration, anaerobic digestion, sewage treatment are preferred but not essential. He/she should also have good interpersonal skills, as well as proficient communication skills in English and Chinese. |
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Notes: |
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Candidate may be appointed on temporary or part-time employment. |
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The appointee may be required to perform duties at different sites and work irregular hours, shifts and on Saturdays and Sundays. |
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The remuneration package will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. |
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The appointee will work on Tsing Yi Campus. |