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Research Assistant Professor or Postdoctoral Fellow in Epidemiology or Biostatistics at the University of Hong Kong The University of Hong Kong in Hong Kong

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Postdoc

Field of study

Epidemiology

Funding

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience is offered, together with annual leave and medical benefits. Research Assistant Professor appointments also include a contract-end gratuity and a University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, together totalling up to 15% of basic salary.

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Dec 9, 2026

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Hong Kong

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The University of Hong Kong

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Epidemiology
Biostatistics
Medical Science
Data Visualization
Salud Pública
Psychiatric Epidemiology
Statistics
Statistical Modelling

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About this position

The University of Hong Kong School of Public Health invites applications for several full-time Research Assistant Professor (RAP) and Postdoctoral Fellow (PDF) positions in Epidemiology or Biostatistics.

Applicants must hold a research doctorate in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, or a related discipline. Strong quantitative skills and experience analysing large and complex epidemiological datasets using R, STATA, SAS, or comparable statistical software are required. Expertise in longitudinal analysis, multilevel modelling, data visualisation, and advanced epidemiological or statistical models is desirable.

The appointees will undertake applied and methodological epidemiology and biostatistics research using a population-based cohort of more than 46,000 participants across 20,000 households. Responsibilities include power and sample-size estimation, preparing tables and figures, writing scientific publications, grant proposals and reports, and supporting cohort operations. One position will contribute to the World Health Organization World Mental Health Survey Initiative and the Composite International Diagnostic Interview (CIDI), a major cross-national mental health study.

RAP appointments are offered on a two- to three-year fixed-term basis, while PDF appointments are temporary for one to three years. Candidates with relevant postdoctoral experience and an excellent publication record may be considered for the RAP level and may lead the cohort team.

The package includes a competitive salary, annual leave, medical benefits, and, for RAP appointments, a contract-end gratuity and University retirement-benefit contribution totalling up to 15% of basic salary. Apply online with an up-to-date CV. Applications are reviewed from June 25, 2026 until December 9, 2026, or until the positions are filled.

Funding details

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience is offered, together with annual leave and medical benefits. Research Assistant Professor appointments also include a contract-end gratuity and a University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, together totalling up to 15% of basic salary.

What's required

Applicants must possess a doctoral degree by research (Ph.D., D.Sc., Dr.P.H. or equivalent) in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, or a related discipline. They should have a strong quantitative background; experience analysing epidemiological data using R, STATA, SAS, or other statistical packages; demonstrated expertise analysing large and complex datasets; excellent written and oral communication skills; and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team. Proficiency in longitudinal analyses, multilevel modelling, data visualisation, and advanced statistical and epidemiological models is advantageous. Relevant postdoctoral experience and an excellent publication record may support appointment at Research Assistant Professor level.

How to apply

Apply online through the University of Hong Kong application portal and upload an up-to-date CV. Applications are reviewed from June 25, 2026 until December 9, 2026, or until the posts are filled.

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