Appointment of Government Chemist (with photo)
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Commenting on the appointment of Dr Lee, the Secretary for the Civil Service, Mr Patrick Nip, said, "Dr Lee possesses profound professional knowledge and experience, and has proven leadership and management skills. I am confident that he will be able to lead the Government Laboratory to meet the challenges ahead."
On the pending retirement of Dr Sin, Mr Nip said, "Dr Sin has served with professionalism and commitment in the civil service throughout the years. As Government Chemist, Dr Sin has made sustained efforts in leading the department to provide our community with quality analytical, forensic and advisory services. I wish her a fulfilling and happy retirement."
Brief biographical notes on the two officers are set out below:
Dr Sin Wai-mei
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Dr Sin joined the Government as Executive Officer II in November 1986. She was appointed as Chemist of the Government Laboratory in October 1988. She was promoted to Chief Chemist in November 2007 and to Assistant Government Chemist in June 2011. She has been Government Chemist since August 2015.
Dr Lee Wai-on
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Dr Lee joined the Government as Chemist in October 1988. He was promoted to Chief Chemist in March 2013 and to Assistant Government Chemist in August 2016.
Ends/Thursday, May 12, 2022
Issued at HKT 16:00
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