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Research Assistant(s) / Junior Research Assistant(s)

CompanyThe Chinese University of Hong Kong
LocationChina
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 7, 2026
About The Company
A comprehensive research university with a global vision, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) embraces internationalisation in its education and research, with a view to achieving excellence and gaining recognition for the University as a global leader. The first student exchange program at the University was launched in 1965 with the University of California system. Today, CUHK has formal partnerships with over 450 institutions around the world, ranging from teaching and research collaborations to faculty and student exchanges, apart from joining a number of international associations to facilitate academic exchange. Serving as its international relations arm, the Office of Academic Links (OAL) promotes and facilitates the internationalisation of CUHK in its research, teaching and learning programmes so as to seek recognition for the University as a leader on the global stage.
About the Role

Applicants should have (i) a Master's degree or above (for Research Assistant) OR a Bachelor’s degree (for Junior Research Assistant) in Statistics, Public Health, Social Science, or related disciplines; (ii) competency in computer applications such as SPSS, STATA, SAS, R, and/or NVIVO; (iii) good organisational and communication skills; (iv) a good command of both English and Chinese (fluency in Cantonese); (v) strong initiative and team spirit at work; and (vi) the ability to conduct statistical analysis (for quantitative data), or conduct thematic analysis (for qualitative study). Having experience in evidence-based medicine, guideline development or a background in traditional Chinese medicine is preferred.

The appointee(s) will be responsible for (a) conducting literature searches and screening, data extraction, and quality assessments; (b) conducting research projects using qualitative and quantitative methodologies; (c) managing and analysing data; (d) preparing project report; and (e) performing other research and administrative duties as assigned.

Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for up to six months commencing as soon as possible, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement.

The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.

Key Skills
StatisticsPublic HealthSocial ScienceSPSSSTATASASRNVIVOData analysisLiterature searchQualitative researchQuantitative researchEvidence-based medicineGuideline developmentTraditional Chinese medicineReport writing
Categories
Science & ResearchEducationHealthcareData & AnalyticsAdministrative
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The appointee will conduct literature searches, data extraction, and quality assessments for research projects. They will also manage and analyze data using qualitative and quantitative methodologies and prepare project reports.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
5
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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