Assistant Research Officer in the Division of Community Medicine and Public Health Practice, School of Public Health (Ref.: 531798) (to commence as soon as possible on a two-year fixed term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance).
Applicants should possess a Master or Doctoral degree in Nursing, Social Sciences, Social Work, Statistics, Public Health or related disciplines with at least 3 years of relevant work experience. They should have a good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Cantonese); good communication skills; a strong sense of responsibility; good organizational skills; and the ability to work independently as well as in a team. Preference will be given to those with experience in carrying out community health research. Experience in handling quantitative analysis with SPSS and/or qualitative research would be distinct advantages.
The appointee will be responsible for literature review, data management and analysis, and report drafting in a primary healthcare research project. He/She will also be responsible to train and supervise junior research staff in constructing research participants’ database, conducting various analytical work, compliance checking for NGOs’ data collection, supporting the administrative duties (e.g. procurement, IRB, etc.) and performing any other duties as assigned. On-the-job training related to research and statistical methods will be provided.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointments on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme totalling up to 10% of basic salary.
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until May 9, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
