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.