Research Assistant Professor (RAP)Post-doctoral Fellow (PDF) in Epidemiology or Biostatistics, School of Public Health (several posts)
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Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant Professor (RAP)/Post-doctoral Fellow (PDF) in Epidemiology or Biostatistics School of Public Health (several posts) (Ref.: 533837) to commence as soon as possible on a two- to three-year fixed-term basis for RAP or on a one- to three-year temporary basis for PDF.
Applicants should possess a doctoral degree by research (Ph.D. . Dr.P.H. or equivalent) in epidemiology biostatistics public health or related disciplines. They should have a strong quantitative background; experience in analysing epidemiological data using R STATA SAS or other statistical packages; demonstrated expertise in the analysis of large and complex datasets; excellent written and oral communication skills; and the ability to work independently as well as in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Proficiency in longitudinal analyses multilevel modelling data visualisation and state-of-the-art statistical and epidemiological models would be an advantage.
The appointees will be primarily responsible for applied and methodological work in epidemiological and/or statistical research and will work with a large population-based cohort with over 46000 participants in 20000 households. They will conduct power/sample size estimation; generate tables and figures for reports and presentations; write scientific publications grant proposals and reports; and assist in general administrative operational and other duties as assigned. The focus of one of the posts will include The World Health Organization World Mental Health Survey Initiative and the Composite International Diagnostic Interview (CIDI) which is one of the largest cross-national mental health studies in the world.
Those with relevant post-doctoral work experience and an excellent publication track record may be considered for appointment as RAP and the appointee is expected to take up a leading role to oversee the cohort team. Enquiries about the duties of the posts should be sent to Information about the School can be obtained at . Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 532195) need not re-apply.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. For RAP the appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme totalling up to 15% of basic salary.
The University only accepts online applications for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until 9 June 2026 or until the posts are filled whichever is earlier.
Key Skills
- Bioinformatics
- Genetics
- R
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Research Experience
- Statistical Software
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Data Analysis Skills
- Flow Cytometry
- Microscopy
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Established in 1911, the University of Hong Kong (HKU) is the territory’s oldest institute of higher learning and also an internationally recognized, research led, comprehensive university.
