Career Opportunities

Research Assistant II in the Department of Psychology (Ref.: 532781)

The appointee will support a variety of research studies, and specifically on a research programme focusing on developing interventions for young people with disordered eating. This role offers hands-on experience in clinical psychology research, with opportunities to collaborate with clinical psychology trainees and student interns.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct systematic reviews and prepare research materials;
• Collect, manage, and analyse qualitative and quantitative data;
• Support projects relating to eating disorders and psychological trauma;
• Assist clinical psychology trainees and student interns;
• Manage social media accounts and develop web-based interventions, and
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or a related discipline;
• A strong interest in research in clinical psychology, especially in the area of eating disorders;
• Excellent command of both written and spoken English and Chinese;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office;
• Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills;
• The ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively under pressure;
• Strong sense of responsibility, initiative, and excellent interpersonal skills;
• Flexibility to work independently and within a team;
• Willingness to attend occasional evening meetings and work on Saturdays during data collection; and
• Familiar with SPSS and R Studio (preferred) 
• Knowledge of web development and management (preferred)

What We Offer

The appointee would be exposed to ample learning opportunities in clinical psychology and research. The appointment will commence on September 15, 2025 for 6 months with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. 

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above post.  Applicants should apply online and upload a cover letter, up-to-date CV and detailed academic transcripts.  Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until August 8, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.