Clinical Research Associate (at the rank of Technical Officer/Research Assistant I/II)

University of Hong Kong

Department
Clinical Trials Centre (21180)
Rank
Research Assistant/Associate
Position type
Full-time
Reference
537544
Start date
As soon as possible
Salary / grade
Highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
Application deadline
1 Nov 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Act as a key contact person among clinical study centres, sponsoring companies, regulatory authorities and other stakeholders.
  • Facilitate the planning, initiation and monitoring of clinical studies throughout their project life cycles.
  • Assess the feasibility of clinical studies and support study planning, preparation and initiation.
  • Monitor the progress and quality of study activities both on-site and via online electronic systems.
  • Oversee study centres' compliance with study protocols, GCP and regulatory requirements, and write monitoring reports.
  • Assist in proper closure of clinical studies and facilitate study audits and inspections when needed.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or above in Health, Biological/Life Sciences, Medical, Pharmacy, Nursing or related disciplines.
  • Good interpersonal, communication, coordination, problem-solving skills, and commitment to quality and compliance.
  • Detail-minded, able to multitask, and possess a strong sense of responsibility.
  • Good command of written and spoken English and Cantonese (proficiency in Putonghua is a plus).
  • Experience in clinical research operations and development with basic knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) is an advantage.

Appointment

  • 1-year temporary basis or 2-year fixed-term basis (renewable subject to satisfactory performance).

Key Dates

  • Posted date: 2026-10-02
  • Review start date: 2026-10-16
  • Closing date: 2026-11-01
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