Research Assistant I/II

University of Hong Kong

Department
Sau Po Centre on Ageing (30302)
Rank
Research Assistant/Associate
Position type
Full-time
Reference
534365
Application deadline
30 Apr 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Conduct high-impact research related to family caregivers of older adults and gerontechnology/AI.
  • Manage and execute research projects in collaboration with local and international experts.
  • Engage with community stakeholders and project partners to translate research into practice.
  • Perform statistical analysis and data management for multiple research projects.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or above in Social Sciences, Psychology, Public Health, or related fields.
  • At least 1 year of relevant work experience or further studies in healthcare, technology, or gerontology.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese required).
  • Advanced proficiency with statistical software (SPSS, R, Stata) and MS Office applications.
  • Strong teamwork, communication skills, and ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.
  • Experience with big data analysis and database management is advantageous.

Appointment

  • Temporary contract — 1.5 years with possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

Key Dates

  • Application review start: As soon as possible.
  • Application deadline: April 30, 2026 (or until post is filled, whichever is earlier).
  • Commencement date: As soon as possible.
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