hrmbdkc@hkucc.UUCP (02/02/89)
UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
RESEARCH FELLOW IN THE DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY
Applications are invited for a research fellowship for
3 years available immediately to work with Dr. Kathryn S.E.
Cheah on a research project funded by the Wellcome Trust on
the Phenotypic Consequences of Mutations in Collagen Genes.
The project will be on the development of systems to
modulate collagen gene expression in vitro and in vivo
involving ES cells and mouse chimeras. [see PNAS 84 2803,
(1987)] The research fellow will join an active research
group engaged in investigating various aspects of the
control of collagen gene expression and inherited connective
tissue disease.
Applicants should have a background of research in
Biochemistry or Cell Biology, and experience in molecular
biology methods and/or mouse embryology would be preferred.
The appointee should preferably already have a postgraduate
degree.
Annual salary is on a scale ranging from US$15,946 -
$23,737 depending on qualifications and experience. At
current rates, salaries tax will not exceed 15.5% of gross
income. Medical benefits and gratuity at contract end are
provided.
Further details of the research project and application
forms may be obtained from Dr. K.S.E. Cheah, Department of
Biochemistry, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
The department of Biochemistry is very well equipped.
There are 14 staff members and over 20 postgraduate
researchers with research interests in the fields of
molecular genetics, enzymology, protein chemistry and
immunology. Hong Kong is an international city where East &
West combine to make a truly exciting place to live. For
those who enjoy food and shopping, this is the place to be.
But Hong Kong is not only at urban metropolis. There are
country parks and nearby islands where one can get away from
the hustle and bustle of city life. it is of course at a
crucial point in its political history as the reunification
with China draws nearer. So if you wish to join an active
research group in a unique setting, contact Dr. K. Cheah by
post or by e-mail at HKUCS!HKUCC!HRMBDKC@UUNET.UU.NET