Research Assistant Professor in Musculoskeletal Biology and Immunity
Advance translational research at the intersection of Chinese medicine and modern biomedical sciences in musculoskeletal diseases and immune regulation.
Best for:Best for established biomedical researchers with expertise in musculoskeletal diseases, immune dysregulation, and translational research, seeking to integrate traditional Chinese medicine with modern biomedical science.
Overview
This position at the School of Chinese Medicine (SCM) at Hong Kong Baptist University seeks a Research Assistant Professor to lead innovative translational research bridging traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) with cutting-edge biomedical sciences. The role focuses on investigating mechanisms of musculoskeletal diseases, particularly autoimmune and degenerative arthritis, while leveraging multi-omics technologies like single-cell sequencing and spatial transcriptomics. The successful candidate will develop novel therapeutic strategies and biomarkers, collaborate with clinical and industry partners, and contribute to academic activities, including supervising postgraduate students and securing competitive research funding. The appointment is fixed-term for up to three years, with potential reappointment based on mutual agreement.
What you'll do
- Conduct research on musculoskeletal biology, immune dysregulation, and inflammation mechanisms in musculoskeletal diseases
- Lead translational projects using single-cell sequencing, molecular biology, and multi-omics technologies to identify therapeutic targets
- Develop innovative research directions, including novel diagnostic or therapeutic strategies inspired by herbal medicine, natural products, or immune-cell engineering
- Collaborate with clinical and industry partners to translate research findings into practical applications
- Supervise postgraduate students and research staff, and contribute to academic activities within the School of Chinese Medicine
- Prepare competitive research grant proposals and publish high-quality scientific papers in international journals
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Biology, Immunology, Biomedical Sciences, Chinese Medicine, or a related discipline
Language: English; proficiency required for academic communication and publication
Instruction: English
Publications: Strong publication record in well-regarded international journals, with demonstrated leadership in musculoskeletal disease research
- Strong publication record in well-regarded international journals, with demonstrated leadership in musculoskeletal disease pathogenesis research
- Proven experience in experimental animal models, targeted therapy, immune-cell engineering, molecular and cellular biology
- Experience in mechanistic studies of musculoskeletal diseases
- Ability to conduct independent research and secure competitive funding
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- No explicit nationality or residency restrictions mentioned
- No age or prior experience caps specified
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-04 · open until filled
Applicants must submit their applications through the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Required documents include teaching evaluation results from the last three years, samples of publications (preferably three best recent ones), and two confidential letters of reference. References should quote the Job Identification number (26270219) and send their letters directly to the Human Resources Office via email at recruit@hkbu.edu.hk.
- CV
- Teaching evaluation results from the last three years
- Samples of publications (preferably three best recent ones)
- Two confidential letters of reference
Contact
Human Resources Office· Recruitment Contact
Create a free profile to unlock your personal match score, the full requirements, funding details and how to apply — in English or Persian.