An Animal Health Technologist is mainly deployed on (a) undertaking and supervision of laboratory work in connection with the laboratory diagnostic and surveillance testing (including use of molecular biological techniques) for avian influenza (AI), other livestock diseases, chemical residues or antimicrobial resistance; (b) planning, organizing and conducting analyses and investigatory work as related to chemical research, AI or microbiology research projects; (c) performing the role of a biosafety officer; (d) conducting risk assessments, biosafety training and safety audit; (e) implementing surveillance, emergency and response plans to ensure full compliance to the World Health Organization standards; (f) co-ordinating annual maintenance and recertification activities of the biosafety level 3 Laboratory; (g) overseeing and ensuring the efficient running of the laboratory accreditation system; (h) developing and training staff in connection with new test methods (including advanced molecular biological techniques); and (i) carrying out information research on global situation in drug residues, AI and microbiology testing
(Note: Required to work on shift in remote area of the New Territories and irregular hours including evenings, weekends, Sundays and public holidays.)

A qualified applicant should (a) hold a bachelor degree in Medical Laboratory Science from a recognized institution/university in Hong Kong, or equivalent; (b) be registered under Part I of the Register of the Medical laboratory Technologists Board of Hong Kong; and, (c) have met the language proficiency requirements of Level 2 or above in Chinese Language and English Language in Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSEE) or Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE), or equivalent. Preference will be given to candidates with (i) ten years or more post-qualification experience in a diagnostic laboratory or equivalent in which at least five years has been at supervisory level; (ii) three years’ work experience in a laboratory accredited under The Hong Kong Laboratory Accreditation Scheme (HOKLAS) or equivalent; or (iii) experience or relevant qualification in setting up or working in biosafety level 3 (BSL3) or chemical laboratories. Proven track record in laboratory administration is desirable.
(Note: ‘Grade E’ in Chinese Language and English Language (Syllabus B) in the HKCEE before 2007 are accepted administratively as comparable to ‘Level 2’ in Chinese Language and English Language in the 2007 HKCEE and henceforth.)