University of Hong Kong

Ref.: 536272 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Public Health (22400) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow, Research Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Research Officer / Assistant Research Officer in the Division of Community Medicine and Public Health Practice, School of Public Health (Ref.: 536272), to commence as soon as possible for a one-year temporary basis or a two-year fixed term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. Applicants should possess a PhD or Master's degree in Nursing, Social Sciences, Social Work, Statistics, Public Health or related disciplines with at least 3 years of relevant work experience. They should have a good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Cantonese); good communication skills; a strong sense of responsibility; good organizational skills; and the ability to work independently as well as in a team. Preference will be given to those with experience in community health research. Experience in handling quantitative analysis with SPSS and/or qualitative research would be distinct advantages. Those with less experience will be considered for appointment as Assistant Research Officer. The appointee will be responsible for literature review, data management and analysis, and report drafting in community health projects. He/she will also be responsible for the training and supervision of junior research staff in constructing research participants’ database, conducting various analytical work, compliance checking for NGOs’ data collection, supporting administrative duties (e.g. procurement, IRB, etc.) and performing any other duties as assigned. On-the-job training related to research and statistical methods will be provided. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 10% of basic salary for Assistant Research Officer, and 15% for Research Officer. Housing benefits will be provided to Research Officer if applicable. The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will commence June 2, 2026 and continue until July 31, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Ref.: 536819 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, School of Clinical Medicine (20900) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Clinical Associate Professor/ Clinical Assistant Professor (several posts) in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 536819), to commence as soon as possible, on a four-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second four-year fixed-term contract, subject to satisfactory performance. Applicants should possess a medical qualification registrable with the Medical Council of Hong Kong and a specialist qualification in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, i.e. Fellowship of the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine (Obstetrics and Gynaecology). Applicants should demonstrate proven capacity and potential for high-quality research, and excellence in teaching and student supervision at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. They must also demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching, and be able to contribute to the enhancement and development of medical and health sciences courses in the Faculty. Those with experience of having successfully developed and submitted research grants and worked effectively with major international partners and funding agencies; interacting effectively across multiple sectors; and establishing and managing studies involving colleagues from different disciplinary backgrounds may be favourably considered. The appointees will undertake teaching responsibilities, and organize and develop both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. They are expected to conduct high-quality scholarly research, provide clinical services and patient care at the University's teaching hospitals, and participate in services/administration at Departmental, Faculty and University levels. They are also expected to play a key role in leading the development of academic scholarship and teaching programmes of the Department. Information about the Department can be obtained at https://obsgyn.med.hku.hk/. Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 534424) need not re-apply. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At 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. A monthly cash allowance will be offered to the successful candidate. Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online, upload an up-to-date C.V. with an indication of research orientation and specialty of interest, and provide the contact information of at least 3 referees who can comment on his/her academic scholarship. Review of applications will start from September 30, 2026 and continue until December 31, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.

Ref.: 536792 Work type: Full-time Department: Centre of Cancer Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine (22900) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointments as Non-Tenure-Track Clinical Associate Professor of Practice/ Clinical Assistant Professor of Practice (several posts) in the Centre of Cancer Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 536792), to commence as soon as possible, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. The Centre of Cancer Medicine is a platform to facilitate the academic development of cancer medicine and oncology, and is created to foster collaboration among the cognate disciplines/ (sub)specialities within the Centre of Cancer Medicine/ School of Clinical Medicine, and with other Schools/ Departments/ Institutes/ Hospitals/ Colleges. Applicants should possess a medical qualification registrable with the Medical Council of Hong Kong, with a specialist qualification in Clinical Oncology/Medical Oncology recognized by the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine or its equivalent. They should demonstrate a strong commitment to clinical service and teaching, and will be expected to help further strengthen the Centre’s teaching in Cancer Medicine across the broad spectrum of medical and health sciences education. While previous research experience or capacity would be advantageous, applicants are encouraged to participate in collaborative activities that foster cross-disciplinary synergy in cancer research and education in alignment with the Centre’s core theme. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointments will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits schemes, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. A monthly cash allowance will be offered to the successful candidates. Housing benefits will also be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online application at the University’s career site (https://jobs.hku.hk) for the above posts. Applicants should apply online, upload an up-to-date C.V. and provide contact information of at least 3 referees. Review of applications will start from August 3, 2026 and continue until January 20, 2027 or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.