Senior Research Assistant/Research Assistant I/II in the Department of Medicine
Senior Research Assistant/Research Assistant I/II in the Department of Medicine
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Job Description
Senior Research Assistant/Research Assistant I/II in the Department of Medicine School of Clinical Medicine(Ref.: 532219)
We now invite applications for the captioned post.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead health economic model development to analyse the cost-effectiveness cost-benefit and/or budget impacts of treatment strategies and conduct sensitivity analyses and scenario planning
- Source appropriate epidemiological data and relevant factors as model inputs into modelling frameworks by targeted literature review and secondary data analysis
- Perform big data-based epidemiological studies in health services and policy
- Communicate study findings into actionable recommendations for decision makers
- Disseminate findings via peer-reviewed scientific publications conferences and public engagement
- Prepare grant proposals and reports
- Provide general administrative and operational support
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- A Masters or Ph.D. degree preferably in health economics public health epidemiology biostatistics or related disciplines with modelling and coding exposure; candidates holding Bachelors degree may be considered as Research Assistant I/II
- Experience in analysing large complex administrative datasets using programming languages such as R SAS Stata and Python
- A strong quantitative background in mathematical and simulation modelling especially Markov-chain common decision-analytic model techniques and econometric analyses
- Good knowledge in appraising designing and operating epidemiological studies
- Good understanding in chronic diseases drug utilization and health financing system of Hong Kong
- Passion to develop a career in health technology assessment (HTA)
- Excellent communication skills organizational skills independent research capability and ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team
- An excellent command of written and spoken Chinese and English
- A track record of publications especially economic evaluation; and experience in collaborating with external stakeholders would be advantageous
What We Offer
The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a 1-year temporary basis or 2-year fixed-term basis with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. The appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 10% of basic benefits include annual leave medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.
Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 531020) need not re-apply.
How to Apply
The University only accepts online application for the above should apply online and upload an up-to-date of applications will start from two weeks from posting and continue until August 25 2025 or until the postisfilled whichever is earlier.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and
is committed to equality ethics inclusivity diversity and transparency
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
