Overview
Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine, The University of Hong Kong. Appointment to commence as soon as possible on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. Location: Hong Kong.
Responsibilities
* Lead and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on projects related to big data, health economic analyses, large-scale population-based longitudinal studies, and electronic medical records-based cohort studies.
* Take a leading role in overseeing research projects and supervising junior research staff.
* Conduct applied and methodological work in a global study on the economic impact of special educational needs.
* Present research findings at international conferences.
* Publish results in peer-reviewed outlets and contribute to proposal development and grant reporting as required.
Qualifications
* Doctoral degree by research (Ph.D., D.Sc, Dr.P.H. or equivalent) in Public Health, Health Economics, Epidemiology, Data Science, Biostatistics, or related disciplines, with post-doctoral research experience.
* Strong quantitative and qualitative background; track record of publications.
* Experience in statistical data analysis using R, STATA, SAS or other statistical packages.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin).
* Strong problem-solving, organisational and administrative abilities; attention to detail; ability to work independently and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
* Prior experience in conducting clinical research, community studies, and health economics analyses (compulsory).
Benefits and Appointment Details
* Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience; annual leave and medical benefits.
* Contract-end gratuity and University contribution to retirement benefits scheme, totaling up to 15% of basic salary.
* Two-year fixed-term contract with potential renewal based on performance and funding availability.
Application Process
Applications are online only. Please upload an up-to-date CV and academic transcripts. Review of applications will start on 2025-09-10 and continue until 2025-11-30 or until the post is filled. The University is an equal opportunities employer and committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency.
Advertised: Aug 26, 2025 (HK Time) • Applications close: Nov 30, 2025 (HK Time)
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