Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in the Division of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health

University of Hong Kong

Department
School of Public Health (22400)
Rank
Tenure-Track
Position type
Full-time
Reference
534960
Application deadline
16 Jul 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Teach biostatistics at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
  • Conduct independent research in infectious disease modelling and epidemiology.
  • Supervise junior staff and research postgraduate students.
  • Perform administrative duties.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Ph.D. degree in statistics, mathematics, biostatistics or a related discipline.
  • Prior research experience in infectious disease modelling and epidemiology.
  • Proven track record of impactful research, publications, external grants and leadership.
  • Experience in teaching and supervising postgraduate students.

Appointment

  • Full-time — Contract: 3-year fixed-term basis with possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before expiry of second 3-year contract, subject to satisfactory performance.

Key Dates

  • Start date: As soon as possible.
  • Application review start: June 16, 2026.
  • Application review end: July 16, 2026 (or until post is filled, whichever is earlier).
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