Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Social Work and Social Administration
University of Hong Kong
- Department
- Department of Social Work and Social Administration (30300)
- Rank
- Postdoctoral
- Position type
- Full-time
- Reference
- 536657
- Application deadline
- 31 Jul 2026
Duties & Responsibilities
- Work with multidisciplinary scholars on an evaluation study examining technology use and mental health in older adults.
- Conduct data collection, management, and statistical analysis.
- Prepare research reports and high-quality manuscripts.
- Develop research proposals and designs.
- Present research findings at local and international conferences.
- Supervise junior research staff in academic and research activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal Investigator.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Ph.D. degree in Social Sciences, Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, Biostatistics, or related discipline.
- Strong sense of responsibility and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication skills in written and oral English.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
- Advantageous: knowledge of ageing and mental health in later life, experience in programme evaluation and advanced statistics, or strong publication record.
Appointment
- Full-time contract — one year, with possibility of renewal.
Key Dates
- Start date: As soon as possible.
- Application review deadline: July 31, 2026 (or until post is filled, whichever is earlier).