Work type: Full-time
Department: The Hong Kong Jockey Club Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention (30002)
Categories: Academic-related Staff

Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in The Hong Kong Jockey Club Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention (Ref.: 507993), to commence as soon as possible for one year initially and up to three years.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Social Work, Psychology or related disciplines, with strong leadership, scientific communication (written and oral), organizational, and team-building skills. They should have experience in community health promotion, and/or knowledge of the application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in research.  They should also have the ability to work independently and in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team; the ability to work closely with external parties, including academics, social service groups, politicians, etc.; and excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Cantonese).

The appointee will participate in the project of Suicide Prevention during COVID-19. He/She will coordinate research design; liaise with community parties and institutions; plan, develop and conduct community-based interventions and training programmes for local social service practitioners and professionals; facilitate the collection of big data; oversee data collection and management; write scientific publications and reports; supervise junior research staff; and perform any other duties as assigned.

Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 503867) need not re-apply.

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 applications for the above post.  Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will commence immediately and continue until October 31, 2021, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.