Ref.: 531354
Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Social Work and Social Administration (30300)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow

Applications are invited for appointment as Research Officer (holding the functional title of Project Manager) in the Department of Social Work and Social Administration (Ref.: 531354), to commence as soon as possible for one year, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. 

Applicants should possess a Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Sociology, Mental Health, Public Health, or other related disciplines, with at least 8 years of project management and/or supervision experience in family or healthcare research studies and services. They should have a high proficiency in spoken and written English and Chinese (including Cantonese) and good communication skills. They should have the ability to work independently and in a team, be self-motivated, and be familiar with evidence-based services in health and mental health settings. They will be required to work on irregular working hours occasionally or when required.

The appointee will be responsible for leading practice-based research projects on mental health of various types of clienteles. Duties include developing evidence-based research and practice; liaising with different stakeholders such as funders, NGOs, and other institutions; conducting professional training and community education on mental health and psychosocial intervention; conducting group interventions; designing and implementing project evaluation and other duties as assigned.  

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

Enquiries can be sent to Dr. Y. L. Fung at yl.fung28@hku.hk. 

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 start as soon as possible and continue until April 30, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.