Research Assistant Professor (RAP)/ Post-doctoral Fellow (PDF) in Epidemiology or

Job Overview

Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant Professor (RAP)/Post-Doctoral Fellow (PDF) in Epidemiology or Biostatistics, School of Public Health (several posts) (Ref.:536261). The appointment for RAP is on a two- to three-year fixed-term basis, and for PDF on a one- to three-year temporary basis.

Job Requirements

• Doctoral degree by research (Ph.D., D.Sc., Dr.P.H. or equivalent) in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health or related disciplines.
• Strong quantitative background and experience in analysing epidemiological data using R, STATA, SAS or other statistical packages.
• Demonstrated expertise in the analysis of large and complex datasets.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in longitudinal analyses, multilevel modelling, data visualisation, and state-of-the-art statistical and epidemiological models (advantage).
• Postdoctoral work experience and an excellent publication track record may be considered for appointment as RAP, with a leading role to oversee the cohort team.

Responsibilities

• Applied and methodological work in epidemiological and/or statistical research with a large population-based cohort of over 46,000 participants in 20,000 households.
• Conduct power/sample-size estimation.
• Generate tables and figures for reports and presentations.
• Write scientific publications, grant proposals and other reports.
• Assist in general administrative, operational and other duties as assigned.

Focus Area

• Participation in the World Health Organization World Mental Health Survey Initiative and the Composite International Diagnostic Interview (CIDI), one of the largest cross-national mental health studies in the world.

Benefits

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. For RAP, the appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary.

Application Process

Review of applications will start June 25, 2026 and continue until December 9, 2026 , or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.

Enquiries about the duties of the posts should be sent to [protected-email-address] .

Information about the School can be obtained at . Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.:533837) need not re-apply.

Advertised: Jun 10, 2026 (HK Time)

Applications close: Dec 9, 2026 (HK Time)