Senior Research Assistant/ Research Assistant I/II in Community 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
536840
Application deadline
31 Oct 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, Health Economics, Data Science, or related fields.
  • Proficiency in statistical software such as R, STATA, SAS, or equivalent packages.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong problem-solving, organisational, and administrative abilities with attention to detail.
  • Experience with big data manipulation and longitudinal analyses is advantageous.

Appointment

  • Full-time — Two-year fixed-term basis or one-year temporary basis, with possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.

Key Dates

  • Application review start date: July 20, 2026
  • Application deadline: October 31, 2026 (or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier)
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