Full-time/Part-time Senior Research Assistant / Research Assistant I/II

University of Hong Kong

Department
Department of Social Work and Social Administration (30300)
Rank
Research Assistant/Associate
Position type
Part-time
Reference
534506
Application deadline
30 Jun 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Assist the Principal Investigator in managing research projects.
  • Conduct literature reviews, data collection, and data analysis.
  • Prepare presentations, draft proposals and reports.
  • Supervise junior research staff as needed.
  • Collaborate with scholars, experts, and multidisciplinary professionals locally and internationally.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Criminology or related field.
  • At least one year of post-graduate research experience.
  • Proficiency in advanced quantitative analysis (SEM, multi-level modelling, factor analysis).
  • Experience with statistical software (STATA, SPSS, R).
  • Excellent written and spoken English and Chinese (including Cantonese).
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Interest in family and mental health topics is preferred.

Appointment

  • Full-time or Part-time; contract duration not specified; commencement as soon as possible with possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

Key Dates

  • Application deadline: May 31, 2026 (or until post is filled, whichever is earlier).
  • Application review commencement: Immediately upon opening.
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