Career Opportunities

Applications are invited for appointment as Assistant Registrar (to be seconded to GBAICTI as its Vice President (Research Strategy Development & Application)) (Ref.: 530868)

The Greater Bay Area International Clinical Trial Institute (GBAICTI) is a wholly-owned entity of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, positioning as a centralized clinical research facilitation platform with the mission and vision of creating and sustaining a thriving clinical research ecosystem and energizing the development of a healthy and wealthy society through biomedical innovation, research, translation and development in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area (GBA). The University of Hong Kong Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine (HKUMed) is appointed as the operator of GBAICTI. We are seeking a high calibre talent to join the operation team as Vice President (Research Strategy Development & Application).

Main Responsibilities:

• Report to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and supervise the Office of Research Strategy Development & Application (OSDA);
• Formulate and direct the implementation of strategies on the development and utilization of infrastructure and facilities relating to clinical research (e.g. biobanks, central laboratories and phase 1 centres) in collaboration with stakeholders such as the Hong-Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park (HSITP), Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks (HKSTP), Hong Kong Genome Institute (HKGI) and the clinical trials centres;
• Evaluate the application of novel research methods (e.g. the application of real-world data and real-world evidence) on clinical research/development and regulatory decision-making on healthcare policies and marketing approval of medical products;
• Formulate, establish and manage funding schemes for energizing clinical research projects and infrastructure development;
• Provide consultation on clinical research and development to investigators, research institutions and the biomedical industry;
• Support the CEO in exercising corporate governance and compliance;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Holder of a bachelor’s degree (preferably with a higher degree) in medicine, pharmacy, biotechnology, life sciences or related subjects;
• A minimum of 10 aggregate years of professional and supervisory experience in the clinical research profession, acquired in the last 20 years;
• Good knowledge and experience in clinical research operations and processes, regulatory requirements and industrial standards;
• Solid track records in leading global/regional clinical development strategies and clinical trials, preferably with experience in handling marketing registration applications, real-world data research, research infrastructure development and research grants management;
• Proficiency in common office applications (e.g. MS Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint); Hands-on experience in project management and database applications (e.g. MS Project, Access and Visio) is an added advantage;
• Commitment to quality, integrity, confidentiality and compliance;
• Excellent leadership, organizational, project management and problem-solving skills;
• Strong interpersonal, communication and stakeholders management skills;
• Detail-minded, able to handle multiple concurrent tasks and self-motivated;
• A good command of spoken and written English and Chinese; Proficiency in Putonghua is an added advantage.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.  The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a two-year fixed-term basis with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable.

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start from January 22, 2025 and continue until February 8, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.