Research Assistant Professor
University of Hong Kong
- Department
- Faculty of Social Sciences (30000)
- Rank
- Assistant Professor
- Position type
- Full-time
- Reference
- 536109
- Application deadline
- 15 May 2026
Duties & Responsibilities
- Draft proposals, reports, and presentations for research projects.
- Publish high-quality academic papers in peer-reviewed journals.
- Teach one undergraduate or taught postgraduate course per year if required.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Ph.D. degree in Social Sciences, Sociology, Demography, Statistics, Public Health, Social Work, or relevant discipline.
- Strong quantitative background with extensive experience managing and analysing large complex datasets.
- Ability to develop high-quality publications with global impact.
- Proficiency in longitudinal analyses, multilevel modelling, data visualisation, and statistical models.
- Ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines.
- Strong collaborative and independent work skills.
- Commitment to teaching and training activities.
- Excellent analytical, communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
Appointment
- Full-time, fixed-term contract for two years with possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
Key Dates
- Application deadline: May 15, 2026 (or until post is filled, whichever is earlier)
- Start date: As soon as possible