Post-doctoral Fellow (several posts) at the Centre for Quantitative History (CQH)

University of Hong Kong

Department
Centre for Quantitative History (07008)
Rank
Postdoctoral
Position type
Full-time
Reference
534633
Application deadline
31 Aug 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Work with Principal Investigators on research into China's economic, financial, and social history for academic publication.
  • Lead Research Assistants and contribute to Centre activities.
  • Moderate research seminars and oversee Centre publications.
  • Coordinate seminars and biennial conferences.
  • Engage actively in the academic life of the Centre through regular attendance at events.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Economics, Finance, History, or closely related field completed within the last three years or before Summer 2026.
  • Demonstrated interest in quantitative history research.
  • Excellent communication skills in Chinese and English for writing and oral presentation.

Appointment

  • One-year temporary terms or two-year fixed terms, with possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance; commencement as soon as possible.

Key Dates

  • Application review deadline: August 31, 2026 (or when posts are filled, whichever is earlier).
  • Ph.D. completion deadline: Summer 2026.
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