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The University of Hong Kong
5 days ago
Postdoctoral Fellow in AI and Social Surveys at the Department of Sociology The University of Hong Kong in Hong Kong
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, together with annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment is full-time, temporary for one year, with possible renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
Deadline
Dec 15, 2026
Country
Hong Kong
University
The University of Hong Kong
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About this position
The Department of Sociology at The University of Hong Kong invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship working with Professor Lai Wei. The research focuses on the intersection of artificial intelligence and social surveys, offering an opportunity to contribute to quantitative social science research in a university sociology environment.
The postdoctoral fellow will work on broad topics related to AI and social surveys. Core activities include designing and refining research instruments, coordinating data collection and analysis, supporting the organization of research events, and assisting with the preparation of reports. The role provides practical experience across the research process, from instrument development and fieldwork coordination to quantitative analysis and research communication.
The project is suited to researchers interested in sociology, social demography, statistics, causal inference, computational social science, and the application of large language model APIs in social research. The successful fellow will contribute independently and collaboratively while developing research outputs related to AI-enabled survey research and quantitative social analysis.
The position is situated within the Department of Sociology and involves collaboration with a research team working across social research methods, data collection, statistical analysis, and emerging AI technologies.
Funding details
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, together with annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment is full-time, temporary for one year, with possible renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
What's required
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in sociology, demography, statistics, or a related discipline; have a strong interest in AI and social surveys; possess quantitative skills including coding and statistical analysis and relevant experience with LLM APIs; and demonstrate excellent written and spoken English, interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Knowledge and research experience in causal inference and social demography, a competitive publication record on related topics, and the ability to work independently and in a team are preferred or expected.
How to apply
Apply online through The University of Hong Kong Careers site or the direct application portal. Upload a CV of no more than two pages, a two-page research plan related to AI and social science, up to three representative research papers, and three reference letters; references are also due by December 15, 2026.
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