A DNA Analyst is mainly responsible for –

• (a)take charge of an operational unit for the research and development (R&D) of Chinese medicines, and coordinate and implement research plan for the R&D activities;
• (b)supervise technical staff to carry out R&D projects, provide training to them and maintain their competency;
• (c)implement quality assurance program and conduct regular review on his/ her work to ensure all relevant requirements are met;
• (d)take charge of the maintenance, calibration and performance check of equipment in accordance with international standards and requirements;
• (e)provide expertise in procurement, testing and certification and maintenance of equipment/ facilities related to the testing laboratories and sourcing potential supply of testing materials
• (f)liaise with clients, stakeholders or academic institutions on matters relating to the R&D activities and deliverables;
• (g)provide professional input in preparation of discussion papers and briefing materials for meetings; and
• (h)perform other duties as assigned by senior officers.

(Remark: May be required to work shift and irregular hours.)

Candidates should –

• (a)have a Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Food Science or related subject from a Hong Kong university or equivalent Notes
• (1)and (2);
• (b)have a Master degree or above in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Food Science or related subject from a Hong Kong university or equivalent Notes
• (1)and (2);
• (c)have at least five years’ relevant full-time post qualification working experience in laboratory service, laboratory quality assurance management and research project management, preferably in DNA-related laboratory equipment for conducting scientific and analytical work Note (3);
• (d)be proficient in computer skills in particular the application of Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint; and
• (e)met the language proficiency requirements of “Level 1” results in the two language papers (Use of Chinese and Use of English) in the Common Recruitment Examination, or equivalent Note (4); and be able to speak fluent Cantonese and English.