Research Assistant Professor (RAP)/Post-doctoral Fellow (PDF) in Epidemiology or Biostatistics, School of Public Health (several posts)
University of Hong Kong
- Department
- School of Public Health (22400)
- Rank
- Assistant Professor
- Position type
- Full-time
- Reference
- 533837
- Application deadline
- 9 Jun 2026
Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct applied and methodological work in epidemiological and statistical research using a large population-based cohort of over 46,000 participants.
- Perform power/sample size estimation and generate tables and figures for reports and presentations.
- Write scientific publications, grant proposals, and research reports.
- Assist with administrative and operational duties as assigned.
- For one post: work with the World Health Organization World Mental Health Survey Initiative and the Composite International Diagnostic Interview (CIDI).
Requirements & Qualifications
- Hold a doctoral degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, or related disciplines.
- Possess strong quantitative background with experience in statistical packages such as R, STATA, or SAS.
- Demonstrate expertise in analysing large and complex datasets.
- Have excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Proficiency in longitudinal analyses, multilevel modelling, and data visualisation is advantageous.
Appointment
- RAP: Fixed-term contract of two to three years
- PDF: Temporary contract of one to three years
Key Dates
- Application review start: As soon as possible
- Application deadline: 9 June 2026