Fully funded PhD Medicine & Health Hong Kong

Post-doctoral Fellow in the Division of Community Medicine and Public Health Practice

THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG, Hong Kong

Institution
THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG
Country
Hong Kong
Position type
PhD
Subject area
Medicine & Health
Salary
Competitive salary
Hours
Full Time
Location
HK
Funding
Fully funded position

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About this position

Ref.: 537037
Work type: Full-time
Department: School of Public Health (22400)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow

Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the Division of Community Medicine and Public Health Practice, School of Public Health (Ref.: 537037), to commence as soon as possible on a one-year or two-year temporary term contract, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Social Work, Psychology, Statistics, Public Health, or a related discipline. Knowledge and skills in mathematics, biostatistics, advanced statistical techniques in clinical research, database management, and machine learning/ artificial intelligence (AI) would be an advantage. Applicants should have sound knowledge of quantitative research methods and a good command of written English. Experience in, and passion for, research topics related to palliative care, end-of-life care, and public health would be highly desirable.

The appointee will work with the Principal Investigator on various research projects related to end-of-life-care for persons with disabilities and their families. Major duties include conducting advanced data analysis and preparing manuscripts for the projects. He/She will also be expected to work independently on project management, proposal preparation, and mentoring of junior research staff.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until August 31, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.

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