Research Assistant Professor/Post-doctoral Fellow in Epidemiology or Biostatistics Hong Kong University School of Public Health

Ref. : 201601317 Posting Title : Research Assistant Professor/Post-doctoral Fellow in Epidemiology or Biostatistics Department : School of Public Health Closing Date : March 30, 2017 Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant Professor (RAP)/Post-doctoral Fellow (PDF) in Epidemiology and Biostatistics in the School of Public Health, to commence as soon as possible, on a two- to three-year fixed-term basis for RAP or on temporary contract for a period of two to three years for PDF. Applicants should possess a doctoral degree by research (Ph.D., D. Sc., Dr.P.H. or equivalent) in Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Public Health or related disciplines. They should have a strong quantitative background, experience in analysis of epidemiological data using R, STATA, SAS or other statistical packages, demonstrated expertise in analysis of large and complex datasets, and the ability to work independently and in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. They should also have excellent written and oral communication skills and are expected to write scientific publications and assist in writing reports. Those with relevant post-doctoral work experience and an excellent publication track record may be considered for appointment as RAP. The appointee will primarily be responsible for applied and methodological work in epidemiological and/or statistical research, and will work with a large population-based cohort with over 46,000 participants in 20,000 households. Appointee at RAP level is expected to take up a leading role in overseeing the cohort team in research and operations. Enquiries about the duties of the post should be sent to Ms. Cynthia Yau (e-mail: cynthyau@hku.hk). A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment at RAP level on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. Applicants should send a completed application form together with an up-to-date C.V. to sphhr@hku.hk. Application forms (341/1111) can be downloaded at http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/form-ext.doc. Further particulars can be obtained at http://jobs.hku.hk/. Review of applications will start on October 17, 2016 and continue until the post is filled or until March 30, 2017, whichever is the earlier. The University thanks applicants for their interest, but advises that only candidates shortlisted for interviews will be notified of the application result. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Medicinoxy Apply

Ref. : 201601317

Posting Title : Research Assistant Professor/Post-doctoral Fellow in Epidemiology or Biostatistics

Department : School of Public Health

Closing Date : March 30, 2017

Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant Professor (RAP)/Post-doctoral Fellow (PDF) in Epidemiology and Biostatistics in the School of Public Health, to commence as soon as possible, on a two- to three-year fixed-term basis for RAP or on temporary contract for a period of two to three years for PDF.

Applicants should possess a doctoral degree by research (Ph.D., D. Sc., Dr.P.H. or equivalent) in Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Public Health or related disciplines. They should have a strong quantitative background, experience in analysis of epidemiological data using R, STATA, SAS or other statistical packages, demonstrated expertise in analysis of large and complex datasets, and the ability to work independently and in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. They should also have excellent written and oral communication skills and are expected to write scientific publications and assist in writing reports. Those with relevant post-doctoral work experience and an excellent publication track record may be considered for appointment as RAP. The appointee will primarily be responsible for applied and methodological work in epidemiological and/or statistical research, and will work with a large population-based cohort with over 46,000 participants in 20,000 households. Appointee at RAP level is expected to take up a leading role in overseeing the cohort team in research and operations. Enquiries about the duties of the post should be sent to Ms. Cynthia Yau (e-mail: cynthyau@hku.hk).

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment at RAP level on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary.

Applicants should send a completed application form together with an up-to-date C.V. to sphhr@hku.hk.

Application forms (341/1111) can be downloaded at http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/form-ext.doc. Further particulars can be obtained at http://jobs.hku.hk/. Review of applications will start on October 17, 2016 and continue until the post is filled or until March 30, 2017, whichever is the earlier.

The University thanks applicants for their interest, but advises that only candidates shortlisted for interviews will be notified of the application result.

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Medicinoxy

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