Research Officer / Assistant Research Officer (holding the title of Project Manager) in the Department of Psychology
University of Hong Kong
- Department
- Department of Psychology (30200)
- Rank
- Research Assistant/Associate
- Position type
- Full-time
- Reference
- 536894
- Application deadline
- 15 Aug 2026
Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct research and oversee implementation of a large-scale neurodiversity initiative project for primary schools in Hong Kong.
- Devise and design research studies and evaluation frameworks.
- Perform administrative tasks supporting the research-cum-intervention project.
- Supervise junior researchers and research assistants.
- Manage and coordinate a research team to achieve project objectives.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Hold a PhD or MPhil degree in Psychology, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrate proficiency in advanced statistical software such as R, Stata, or Python.
- Have competency in MS Excel and Chinese typing.
- Possess experience in implementing community or educational research projects (advantageous).
- Show proven ability to supervise junior researchers and lead research teams.
Appointment
- Full-time, fixed-term contract for two years with possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
Key Dates
- Commencement: August 2026
- Application review deadline: 15 August 2026 (or until post is filled, whichever is earlier)