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Laboratory Assistant

CompanyThe Chinese University of Hong Kong
LocationChina
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 27, 2025
About The Company
A comprehensive research university with a global vision, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) embraces internationalisation in its education and research, with a view to achieving excellence and gaining recognition for the University as a global leader. The first student exchange program at the University was launched in 1965 with the University of California system. Today, CUHK has formal partnerships with over 450 institutions around the world, ranging from teaching and research collaborations to faculty and student exchanges, apart from joining a number of international associations to facilitate academic exchange. Serving as its international relations arm, the Office of Academic Links (OAL) promotes and facilitates the internationalisation of CUHK in its research, teaching and learning programmes so as to seek recognition for the University as a leader on the global stage.
About the Role

Department of Anatomical and Cellular Pathology
Laboratory Assistant

The appointee will work in teaching and research laboratories at the Prince of Wales Hospital in Shatin. He/She will be responsible for (a) housekeeping tasks, such as inventory control of laboratory consumables, chemical waste disposal, and facilities and equipment maintenance; (b) assisting in the daily laboratory operations, including cleaning and sterilising laboratory instruments; (c) setting up laboratory / classroom for teaching and events; (d) assisting in labourer work;  (e) performing outdoor duties, including delivery of specimen and reports; and (f) performing other duties as assigned by the supervisor(s). Saturday off on a rotating basis.

 

Applicants should have (i) completed secondary education; (ii) Grade E/Level 2 or above in at least 5 subjects in HKCEE, including Chinese and English (Syllabus B); OR any combination of results in at least 5 HKDSE subjects (including Level 2 or above in Chinese and English): Level 2 or above in NSS subjects, “Attained” or above in ApL subjects (subject to a maximum of 2 subjects), and Grade E or above in Other Language subjects; OR 4 subjects, including Chinese and English, one of which must be at Grade E or above and the others at Grade C or above in HKCEE/HKDSE; and (iii) good computer skills. Having work experience in laboratory settings will be an advantage.

 

Applicants must submit copies of HKCEE/HKDSE certificates showing that they have fulfilled the language requirements and academic qualifications stated above, otherwise their applications will NOT be considered.

 

Appointment will initially be made on a 1-year contract, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement.

 

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.

Key Skills
HousekeepingInventory ControlChemical Waste DisposalEquipment MaintenanceLaboratory OperationsCleaningSterilisingSetting UpDeliveryComputer Skills
Categories
HealthcareScience & ResearchEducation
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Laboratory Assistant will perform housekeeping tasks, assist in daily laboratory operations, and set up laboratories for teaching and events. Additional duties include outdoor work such as delivering specimens and reports.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
3
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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