University of Hong Kong

Ref.: 535055 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 Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Social Work and Social Administration (Ref.:535055). Appointments will commence as soon as possible for a duration of one to two years, with the possibility of renewal, subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Social Work, Psychology, Statistics, Public Health, or a related discipline. Knowledge and skills in mathematics, biostatistics, or advanced statistical techniques in clinical research, database management, and machine learning (AI) will be taken into account. They should have adequate knowledge of quantitative research methods, as well as a good command of written English. Experience and passion in research topics of palliative and end-of-life care and public health will be an advantage. The appointees will work with the Principal Investigator on various research projects related to end-of-life-care for persons with disabilities and families. Major duties include advanced data analysis and manuscript preparation for the projects. They are expected to work independently on project management, proposal preparation and mentoring junior research staff members. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical/dental benefits, etc. 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 as soon as applications are received and continue until May 22, 2026, or until the posts are filled.

Ref.: 536109 Work type: Full-time Department: Faculty of Social Sciences (30000) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant Professor in the HKU Research Hub of Population Studies (the Population Hub), Faculty of Social Sciences (Ref.:536109), 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. This position will immerse the appointees in both academic research and teaching in the multi-disciplinary team of the HKU Research Hub of Population Studies (https://www.socsc.hku.hk/rhps/) within the Faculty of Social Sciences. Duties and Responsibilities The appointees will be primarily responsible for the following: Involve in on-going research projects of the Population Hub Draft proposals, reports, and presentations relevant to the projects Perform advanced quantitative data analysis Publish high-quality academic papers in peer-reviewed journals Mentor junior research staff Teach one undergraduate or taught postgraduate course per year, if required; and Support and perform other duties as assigned Requirements The appointees are expected to have: A Ph.D. degree in the Social Sciences, Sociology, Demography, Statistics, Public Health, Social Work, or a relevant discipline A strong quantitative background and extensive experience in managing and analysing large and complex datasets; expertise in Computational Social Science and proficiency in longitudinal analyses, multilevel modelling, data visualisation, and state-of-the-art statistical models would be an advantage The ability to develop a strong body of high-quality publications in scholarly journals with global impact The ability to multitask and work under tight schedules to meet project deadlines The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team A strong commitment to teaching and training activities in the Population Hub and the Faculty A strong sense of self-motivation, responsibility, and work ethics Good analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills What We Offer A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits, with a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. How to Apply The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until May 15, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

Ref.: 534951 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Social Work and Social Administration (30300) Categories: Teaching Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Social Work and Social Administration (Ref.: 534951) to commence on July 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter, on a two-year fixed-term basis with the possibility of renewal. Applicants should hold a master’s degree in Social Work, Counselling, Psychology, or a related field; and possess at least two years of in-service practice experience as a registered counsellor, social worker, or equivalent. Experience in teaching, training, or education is an advantage. Interest and knowledge in psychotherapy research and community psychology research are additional assets. The appointee is expected to demonstrate independent, flexible, and innovative working styles, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills. The appointee will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses and capstone project supervision including fostering experiential learning opportunities and promoting compassionate pedagogy throughout the BSocSc(Counselling) and BSW curriculum, as well as networking with agencies to facilitate capstone/internship placements and career development opportunities. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 10% of basic salary, as well as annual leave and medical benefits. The University only accepts online applications for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until May 31, 2026 or until the post is filled, whichever earlier.