Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Social Work and Social Administration (2 posts)
University of Hong Kong
- Department
- Department of Social Work and Social Administration (30300)
- Rank
- Assistant Professor
- Position type
- Full-time
- Reference
- 537739
- Start date
- As soon as possible
- Salary / grade
- Highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
- Application deadline
- 20 Nov 2026
Duties & Responsibilities
- Support management of a large research team alongside the Project PI and managers.
- Lead and coordinate mental health-related research projects.
- Facilitate academic publications and build research partnerships with international researchers and local providers.
- Implement and oversee a mega mental health research project.
Requirements & Qualifications
- PhD in mental health, social work, psychology, health economics, or related discipline.
- Postdoctoral research and project management experience in mental health-related research.
- Excellent academic publication record.
- Strong teamwork and leadership skills with good time management.
- High proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese, including Cantonese.
Appointment
- Temporary position until 30 September 2028, with possibility of renewal subject to funding and performance.
Key Dates
- Posted date: 2026-10-26
- Closing date: 2026-11-20
- Start date: As soon as possible