Research Officer / Assistant Research Officer in the Division of Community Medicine and Public Health Practice, School of Public Health

University of Hong Kong

Department
School of Public Health (22400)
Rank
Research Assistant/Associate
Position type
Full-time
Reference
536272
Application deadline
31 Jul 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Conduct literature reviews and manage data in community health projects.
  • Perform data analysis and draft research reports.
  • Train and supervise junior research staff in database construction and analytical work.
  • Check compliance with NGO data collection procedures.
  • Support administrative tasks including procurement and IRB submissions.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Hold a PhD or Master's degree in Nursing, Social Sciences, Social Work, Statistics, Public Health or related field.
  • Have at least 3 years of relevant work experience.
  • Demonstrate fluency in written and spoken English and Chinese (including Cantonese).
  • Possess strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience in community health research, SPSS, and qualitative research is preferred.

Appointment

  • Contract — one-year temporary basis or two-year fixed term basis, with possibility of renewal subject to funding and performance.

Key Dates

  • Application review commencement: June 2, 2026
  • Application review deadline: July 31, 2026 (or until post is filled, whichever is earlier)
  • Start date: As soon as possible
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