PhD Studentship: Understanding Novel and Known Infectious Agents in Shelter-Housed Cats and Dogs Using a Metatranscriptomics Approach

Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences, City University of Hong Kong

Project Description:

The Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences(JCC, https://www.cityu.edu.hk/jcc/) is building a team of internationally renowned researchers who are actively engaged in advancing animal health and welfare. We aim to make a significant contribution to Hong Kong and the region as a hub for One Health and Animal Welfare through the provision of high-quality education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

The successful candidate will join our vibrant team studying the impact of novel and known infectious agents on companion animal health using cutting edge metatranscriptomics. Utilizing minimallyinvasive samples from spontaneous disease cases and healthy animals, the study design will be finalized based on the candidate’s skills, experience, current opportunities and funding.

The appointee will be is based in Hong Kong, a vibrant international hub with where you can choose to immerse yourself in natural landscapes or explore the best of international city life as the mood takes you.

Attributes,requirements and EDI 

Preference will be given to veterinarians with experience in shelter or small animal practice who are eligible to register with the VSBHK. An MSc degree and/or previous research publications are an advantage. Candidates with Bachelor’s degree in science or related areas may also apply. The candidate should be a motivated, highly-organized team-player. The candidate should meet City University of Hong Kong’s requirements to be considered for a PhD studentship (https://www.cityu.edu.hk/pg/). International students are required to provide evidence of their proficiency in English language skills.

We value equity, diversity, and inclusion; every person has a right to equal treatment and we are strengthened by diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

Contact and deadline:

Interested applicants should submit a 2-page CV (which MUST including must include degree grade and grade-point average scores since this is a requirement of the graduate school admissions system), and a cover letter outlining their interest in and experience relevant to the opportunity via email to julia.beatty@cityu.edu.hk. Applications will be processed from mid-July 2023 until October 30th 2023, unless a suitable candidate is identified earlier. Selected individuals will be contacted for interview.