"Post-doctoral Fellow / Senior Research Assistant (Holding functional title of Psychology Assistant) in Department of Psychology (Ref. 534215)"

Post-doctoral Fellow / Senior Research Assistant (Holding functional title of Psychology Assistant) in Department of Psychology (Ref. 534215)

We now invite applications for the captioned post.

Ref.: 534215

Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Psychology (30200)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow, Research Staff

Duties and Responsibilities

The appointment will commence in March 2026 on a two-year fixed-term basis with contract-end gratuity, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

The appointee will work in a large-scale, mental health and well-being project for primary schools in Hong Kong, under Department of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences.

He/She will be responsible for the smooth operation of the project with major tasks including:

• organising training courses and public education events
• implementing research and programme evaluation
• collecting and analyzing data
• writing technical reports on research
• coordinating a team of research interns
• performing relevant administrative tasks
• any other duties as assigned

Requirements

The appointment (Post-doctoral Fellow / Senior Research Assistant will be offered based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant:

• For the Post-doctoral Fellow post, applicants should have a Ph.D. degree or an equivalent qualification in Psychology, Social Sciences or a related discipline.
• For the Senior Research Assistant post, applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree plus 3 years’ research experience since the award of the first degree; or a Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Sciences or a related discipline plus 1 year’s post-qualification research experience; or a Ph.D. degree in Psychology, Social Sciences or a related discipline.

The appointee should possess:

• good command of spoken and written English and Chinese (including Cantonese & Putonghua)
• good research skills in Psychology or Social Sciences
• proficient in SPSS, MS Excel and Chinese typing
• experience in implementation of community/education projects will be an advantage

What We Offer

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

How to Apply

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 February 28, 2026, 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.