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
- Work on research projects involving big data, longitudinal studies, and electronic medical records cohorts in special educational needs and mental health.
- Conduct statistical data analysis and interpretation of research findings.
- Prepare scientific publications, grant proposals, and research reports.
- Prepare and manage institutional review board applications.
- 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 field.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis using R, Python, STATA, SAS, or similar statistical packages.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving, organisational, and administrative abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams with attention to detail.
Appointment
- Full-time fixed-term contract for two years or one-year temporary basis, with possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.
Key Dates
- Application review start: As soon as possible
- Application deadline: July 31, 2026 (or when post is filled, whichever is earlier)
- Commencement date: As soon as possible