職位詳情
工作描述
Applications are invited for appointments as Product Development Scientist – Organoids R&D for innovative technology and product development projects specifically in the field of Organoids and Microphysiological Systems (MPS).
職責
- Designing, developing, and optimizing novel organoid culture protocols, with a strong focus on patient-derived organoids and cancer organoids.
- Establishing robust 3D cell culture models, including optimization of culture media, extracellular matrix components, and growth factors.
- Integrating organoid models into Microphysiological Systems (MPS) to create physiologically relevant in vitro platforms.
- Developing and optimizing assays for drug screening, toxicity testing, and mechanistic studies using organoid and MPS.
- Conducting experiments to evaluate the efficacy and safety of novel therapeutic agents.
- Staying abreast of the latest scientific literature and technological advancements in the fields of organoids, MPS, and cancer biology.
- Translating research outcomes into marketable applications and business opportunities
- Writing proposals, reports, articles, patents, technical specifications, and other publications
- Delivering high-quality presentations to collaborators and partners
- Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor(s)
入職條件
- PhD in Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, or related life sciences disciplines
- Mature, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure
- Highly proficient and fluent in English in both writing and verbal communications
- 1+ years of relevant industry (corporate, non-academic) R&D experience in the biotech sector is a MUST, with the following capabilities:- Demonstrated expertise in 3D cell culture techniques, with a strong emphasis on organoid culture- Hands-on experience with patient-derived organoid (PDO) culture and characterization- Experience with microphysiological systems (MPS) design, fabrication, and operation is highly desirable- Understanding of cancer medicine, including mechanisms of tumorigenesis, oncological drug delivery, and drug resistance- Experienced in a wide range of cell biology and drug screening techniques, such as immunofluorescence, microscopy, PCR, flow cytometry, toxicology assays, etc.- More experienced candidate can be hired for the Staff Scientist position.- Experience with Contract Research Organization (CRO) or Laboratory Developed Test (LDT) services is a definite advantage.
附加資訊
ABIC Ref.: H01/2025/016
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關於公司
概述
The mission of the Advanced Biomedical Instrumentation Centre is to accelerate progress in translating advanced biomedical instrumentation from research and development into real-world healthcare solutions that benefit people in Hong Kong and around the world. The Centre aims to foster collaboration among top-notch engineers, scientists and clinicians in the US and Hong Kong to develop next-generation microfluidics and low-cost instrumentation technologies. It also takes advantage of Hong Kong’ s vibrant start-up community to commercialise the research work tailored for Asian patients.