Post-doctoral Fellow, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine

Work type: Full-time
Department: Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine (20000)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow

Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the LKS Faculty of Medicine (Ref.: 524371), to commence as soon as possible for one to two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in public health, social sciences, statistics, nursing or other health-related disciplines.  They should have excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as in a team.  Preference will be given to those with a track record of planning and implementing public health studies or complex randomized controlled trials, and producing high-quality publications.  Strong statistical background and knowledge of mobile phone-based intervention would be distinct advantages.  The appointee will work under the research team led by Professor Sophia S.C. Chan to participate in research projects on tobacco control, smoking cessation and primary health care.  He/She is expected to manage projects, write academic publications, research proposals and reports.  Research training opportunities will be provided.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.      

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 on January 23, 2024 and continue until February 8, 2024, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.