Project Executive (at the rank of Research Officer / Assistant Research Officer) in the Department of Psychology

University of Hong Kong

Department
Department of Psychology (30200)
Rank
Research Assistant/Associate
Position type
Full-time
Reference
537029
Application deadline
20 Sep 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Lead planning, coordination, implementation, and management of a large-scale neurodiversity initiative project for primary schools.
  • Monitor research project milestones and deliverables to ensure timely professional implementation.
  • Act as secretary and liaison in major research and administrative meetings.
  • Coordinate with research and administrative teams on project activities.
  • Organize public education, dissemination, and engagement activities related to the neurodiversity initiative.
  • Develop and execute the annual promotion and publicity plan.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Master's degree or above in Social Sciences, Management, Administration, or related field.
  • Proficient spoken and written English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua).
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated decision-making, problem-solving, and time-management abilities.
  • Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Capable of handling multiple tasks with attention to detail under tight deadlines.
  • Passion for education, child and adolescent mental health, or community-based projects.
  • Experience in coordination of community/education projects or public-sector funded projects is advantageous.

Appointment

  • Full-time, two-year fixed-term contract with contract-end gratuity and University retirement benefits contribution (10% for Assistant Research Officer, 15% for Research Officer).
  • Rank (Research Officer or Assistant Research Officer) offered based on qualifications and experience.
  • Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus annual leave and medical benefits.

Key Dates

  • Start date: September 2026
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