Work type: Full-time
Department: Faculty of Social Sciences (30000)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow

Research Assistant Professor in the Research Hub on Institutions of China, Faculty of Social Sciences

We now invite applications for the captioned post.

Duties and Responsibilities

• work on collaborative research projects in the Social Sciences;
• analyse large-volume textual data with machine learning algorithms;
• analyse survey and other quantitative and qualitative data;
• perform any other duties related to quantitative political science research as assigned. 

Enquiries about the duties of the post should be sent to Mr. Sam Li at yningli@hku.hk.

Requirements

• a PhD degree in Political Science or relevant fields;
• a strong background and experience in quantitative research, especially on survey analysis, panel data analysis, machine learning, and textual data analysis;
• an excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese;
• preferably strong publication track record on peer-reviewed academic journals.  

What We Offer

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a 3-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. The appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 15% of basic salary.  Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries. 

How to Apply

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 July 14, 2024, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.