Research Assistant

The Faculty of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated and capable Research Assistant to join the Centre for Medical and Health Sciences Education. The appointee will support a range of research projects and will be based in the Basic Medical Sciences Building at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), Sha Tin.

Applicants should have (i) a Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences, Social Sciences, Public Health, Education, or a related discipline; (ii) at least two years of post-qualification work experience, preferably in the tertiary education sector; (iii) experience in quantitative research using statistical software (e.g. R, SPSS, or equivalent) and/or qualitative research methodologies; (iv) good knowledge of research design, data management, and research ethics; (v) excellent written and spoken communication skills in both English and Chinese, with strong academic writing abilities; and (vi) strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

The appointee will be responsible for (a) conducting research in the field of health sciences education; (b) developing survey instruments, administering surveys, and managing data collection and analysis for research projects; (c) supporting education-related grant applications and project administration, including drafting proposals, preparing reports, and overseeing project deliverables; (d) providing administrative and logistical support for research activities; and (e) performing other duties as assigned.

Applicants should submit the following documents in the online application: (1) full curriculum vitae (including academic qualifications, research experience; (2) copies of academic certificates; and (3) reference letters.

Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for one year, renewable subject to satisfactory performance, funding availability, 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.