Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Psychology (30200)
Categories: Academic-related Staff

Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant Professor (RAP) in the Department of Psychology (Ref.: 516619), to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in psychology and/or neuroscience. They should have strong expertise and track record in neuroimaging experimental design and data modelling/analysis; knowledge and experience with advanced statistical techniques and database management; excellent written and oral communication skills; and the ability to work independently and in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Solid programming skills and experience of computational modelling would be advantages.

The RAP will develop research programmes independently, write scientific publications, grant proposals and reports, supervise junior research staff and students, and assist in administrative, operational and other duties as assigned. There will be opportunities for participation in teaching programmes. For more information about the position, please contact Professor Tatia Lee at tmclee@hku.hk.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.  At the current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.  The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary.

Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 515046) need not re-apply. 

The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online, upload an up-to-date CV, and provide the name of three referees on the online application form. The review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until October 31, 2022(Extended to February 28, 2023), or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.