Research Assistant I / II (holding the functional title of Data Analyst) (several posts)

The University of Hong Kong

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Work type : Full-time

Department : Department of Family Medicine and Primary Care, School of Clinical Medicine (22500)

Categories : Research Staff

Hong Kong

Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant I / II (holding functional title of Data Analyst) in the Department of Family Medicine and Primary Care, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref. : ) (to commence as soon as possible for one year, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance).

Responsibilities

The appointee will evaluate public health service, pharmacoepidemiology and epidemiological studies on non-communicable diseases using 3 million population-based cohorts in Hong Kong and 8 million United Kingdom. They will prepare literature reviews; perform data analysis; prepare academic publications and reports for funded projects; and perform tasks assigned by the supervisors. On-the-job training in advanced programming (R and Stata) will be provided. The post will provide an excellent opportunity to develop a research career involving advanced statistical programming and big data cohort analysis.

Enquiries about the duties of the post should be sent to Dr. Eric Wan at

Requirements

• Applicants should possess a Bachelors degree or above in Public Health, Biomedical Sciences or Statistics.
• They should have a good command of written and spoken English and Chinese; and have the ability to multitask and work independently as well as in a team.
• Knowledge of statistics or big data analysis, and interest in pursuing postgraduate study (M.Phil. or Ph.D.) would be advantageous.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Those with higher qualifications and / or more experience may be considered for appointment as Research Assistant I.

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 application 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 31st October, 2025 , or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

Advertised : Sep 19, 2025 (HK Time)

Applications close : Oct 31, 2025 (HK Time)

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