Post-Doctoral Fellow

University of Hong Kong

Department
Sau Po Centre on Ageing (30302)
Rank
Postdoctoral
Position type
Full-time
Reference
536816
Application deadline
30 Sep 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Conduct high-impact research related to family caregivers of older adults in a multidisciplinary team.
  • Manage data and perform advanced data analysis using statistical software.
  • Mentor junior research staff and liaise with project partners and collaborators.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Hold a PhD degree or equivalent in Social Science, Psychology, Public Health, or related disciplines.
  • Have at least 2 years of post-bachelor's work experience.
  • Demonstrate fluency in written and spoken English and Cantonese Chinese.
  • Possess advanced knowledge of statistical software (SPSS, R, Stata) and MS Office applications.
  • Have strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Prior experience with big data analysis, large research databases, or cost-effectiveness evaluation is advantageous.

Appointment

  • One-year temporary contract with possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance.

Key Dates

  • Commencement: October 2026 (as early as possible)
  • Application deadline: 30 September 2026 (or until post is filled, whichever is earlier)
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