Post-doctoral Fellow/Senior Research Assistant (Holding the Functional Title of Senior Psychology)

Role Overview
Post-doctoral Fellow / Senior Research Assistant (holding the functional title of Senior Psychology Assistant) in the Department of Psychology, The University of Hong Kong. The appointee will support the research and implementation of a large-scale mental health and well-being project for primary schools in Hong Kong under the Department of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences.

Responsibilities
Major tasks include:
- Assisting in the design and development of research studies and evaluation frameworks.
- Supporting the implementation of research activities and programme evaluation.
- Collecting and analysing data under supervision.
- Preparing technical research reports.
- Coordinating research interns.
- Performing administrative tasks in support of the research-cum-intervention project.
- Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications
The appointment (Post-doctoral Fellow / Senior Research Assistant) will be offered based on the qualifications and experience of the appointee:
- 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 in Psychology, Social Sciences or a related discipline plus 3 years’ research experience since the award of the first degree; or a research Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Sciences or a related discipline plus 1 year’s post-qualification research experience.

The appointee should possess:
- A good command of written and spoken English and Chinese.
- Strong research skills in Psychology or Social Sciences.
- Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SPSS, Jamovi, or R), as well as MS Excel and Chinese typing.
- Experience in the implementation of community or educational research projects will be an advantage.

What They Offer
- The appointment will commence in September 2026, on a two-year fixed-term basis for the Senior Research Assistant, and on a two-year temporary term for the Post-doctoral Fellow, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
- 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.