We are seeking talented and passionate young scientists to join our team, from undergraduate students, graduate students, to postdocs, who are interested in working at the cutting-edge of synthetic biology.

We are striving to build a multidisciplinary team. We are very excited about exploring the complexity of microbiome and developing genetic circuits towards enabling living therapeutics and diagnostics. Come join our research team if you have similar passion.

I’m actively recruiting two PhD students for the Fall 2025 and one Postdoc associate. Click here to learn more. PhD fellowship opportunity: Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS), RedBird PhD Award Program, and other scholarships.

If you are interested in joining us, please send an email to yonglai@ust.hk and include the following information in your email:

1. Your detailed CV and transcript (s);
2. Cover letter detailing previous research accomplishments, future research interests, and career goals;
3. Contact addresses of three references (for postdoc candidates).