Senior Research Assistant/ Research Assistant I/II in Child health in the Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine

University of Hong Kong

Department
Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine (21100)
Rank
Research Assistant/Associate
Position type
Full-time
Reference
535045
Application deadline
31 Jul 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Conduct statistical data analysis and interpretation on big data and population-based longitudinal studies.
  • Prepare scientific publications, grant proposals, and research reports.
  • Prepare and manage IRB applications for research projects.
  • Provide administrative and operational support to the research team.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or above in Statistics, Biostatistics, Public Health, Epidemiology, Psychology, Health Economics, Data Science, or related disciplines.
  • Proficiency in statistical analysis using R, Python, STATA, SAS, or similar software packages.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong problem-solving, organisational, and administrative abilities with attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Appointment

  • Full-time; Fixed-term contract for two years or temporary basis for one year, with possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.

Key Dates

  • Application review start: As soon as possible
  • Application deadline: 31 July 2026 (or until post is filled, whichever is earlier)
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