Part-time Research Assistant

We are inviting applications for a Part-time Research Assistant to join our funded research project. The project aims to examine the effectiveness of an innovative identity-based and temporal approach to reduce sedentary behaviour in stroke survivors. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated candidate to contribute to impactful community-based health research while working in a multidisciplinary team.

Applicants should have (i) a Bachelor's degree in Health, Sport Science, Psychology, Public Health, or a related discipline; (ii) preferably at least two years of experience in conducting community-based projects; (iii) the ability to work independently with strong initiative; (iv) an excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Cantonese and/or Mandarin); (v) proficiency in statistical data analysis, particularly with SPSS; and (vi) strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a detail-oriented and proactive work attitude.

The appointee will work as an active member of a multidisciplinary research team, collaborating with experts from various fields (e.g., Nursing, Physiotherapist, Sport Science). He/She will be responsible for (a) assisting in logistic planning, participant recruitment, assessment, and data collection for the research study; (b) organising and managing data collection activities in hospitals, nurse clinics, and non-governmental organisations; (c) performing data coding, entry, and statistical analysis using SPSS; (d) completing research-related forms and maintaining accurate project documentation and files; and (e) supporting overall project coordination and administrative tasks as required.

Applicants should upload the following documents in the online application: (1) a full curriculum vitae; (2) copies of academic and professional qualification certificate(s); and (3) other relevant documents to support the application.

Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for one year commencing as soon as possible, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement.

The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.