Work type: Full-time
Department: School of Public Health (22400)
Categories: Academic-related Staff

Post-doctoral Fellow in the School of Public Health (Ref.: 504079), to commence as soon as possible for one to two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree and a strong background in public health and psychology, preferably with experience in environmental/cognitive health. They should have an excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Cantonese), and an excellent record of publishing academic research papers. They should be organised, self-motivated, and able to work independently as well as in a multidisciplinary team. Relevant research experience in environment, active living and cognitive health is highly desirable.

The appointee will contribute to an international and interdisciplinary research programme on environment, active living and cognitive health. He/She will coordinate research projects, oversee literature reviews, process and analyse data, prepare manuscripts and reports, liaise with external parties, supervise junior research staff, assist in the development of new research initiatives, and perform other research-related duties as assigned. Enquiries about the duties of the post should be sent to Ms. Cynthia Yau at cynthyau@hku.hk.

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 as soon as possible, and continue until June 30, 2021, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.