Technical Manager (holding the functional title of Project Manager) in the Division of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health (Ref.: 533797) (to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 10% of basic salary, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance)
Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree or above, preferably in public health, medical science or related disciplines with at least 3 years of post-qualification work experience in project, clinical trial and/or epidemiologic study management. They should have excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese, be organized, responsible, detail-minded, self-motivated, and able to work independently as well as in a multidisciplinary team. A demonstrated keen research interest in epidemiology and public health or experience in managing clinical research would be an advantage.
The appointee will work with the local and international principal investigators to manage a team of research staff in conducting a longitudinal and randomised placebo-controlled flu vaccination study for adults in Hong Kong. He/She will oversee all aspects of the study; coordinate, train and motivate team members for participants ‘recruitment in the community; conduct regular participant follow-up activities including vaccination, in-person/telephone interviews, blood/specimen collection, health education; budget monitoring, report writing and perform any other administrative tasks or special projects as assigned. He/She will also ensure good research practice in compliance with standardized operating procedures (SOPs), GCP and other regulatory requirements; liaise with ethics, regulatory and external bodies; and assist in data monitoring and quality assurance. Irregular working hours may be required occasionally. Information about the School can be obtained at http://sph.hku.hk/index.php.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.
The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until December 19, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
