Senior Research Assistant in the Department of Social Work and Social Administration

University of Hong Kong

Department
Department of Social Work and Social Administration (30300)
Rank
Research Assistant/Associate
Position type
Full-time
Reference
536960
Application deadline
1 Sep 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Assist in conducting research projects across all stages of the research process under Principal Investigator supervision.
  • Manage data collection, participant recruitment, and data analysis.
  • Conduct literature reviews and liaise with collaborators and external organisations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Master's Degree or above in social policy, social work, psychology, or related social sciences disciplines.
  • At least 1 year of post-qualification experience as a research assistant in social sciences.
  • Fluent or native-level proficiency in both written and spoken English and Cantonese.
  • Proficiency in SPSS or STATA statistical software.
  • Hardworking, self-motivated, and able to work independently under pressure.

Appointment

  • Full-time contract for one year with possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

Key Dates

  • Commencement: As soon as possible.
  • Application review deadline: September 1, 2026 (or until positions are filled).
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