Chemist (Hong Kong Jockey Club)

Chemist (REF: 20002659)

The Department

Our Racing Laboratory Department in Sha Tin undertakes various types of research and testing on horses and riders to identify the use of prohibited substances or prohibited methods.  It plays an essential role in doping control to ensure the fairness and integrity of racing and other equine sports, and is a leading laboratory in the field of equine drug testing.

The Job

You will:

• plan and conduct analyses of biological samples to identify the presence of prohibited substances or biomarkers

• devise and implement quality assurance measures to ensure the reliability of test results

• research and develop new methods to analyse drugs

• train and supervise a team of laboratory chemical analysts to assist you in your work

About you

You should have:

• a Master degree or above in Chemistry or equivalent

• excellent communication skills in English and Chinese

• good management and leadership skills

• preferably with good working knowledge in mass spectrometry

• experience in drug residue analyses will be beneficial

Terms of Employment

The level of appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

Closing Date

Closing date for applications is 27 October 2020. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

How to apply

Please send your resume, complete with expected salary and job reference to the Human Resources Department, The Hong Kong Jockey Club, 9/F Central Complex, Sha Tin Racecourse, Hong Kong, or email to recruit9@hkjc.org.hk, or fax to (852) 2966-6984.