HKU Research Assistant I/II in Youth Mental Health Evaluation (2026)
The University of Hong Kong
The University of Hong Kong seeks full-time or part-time Research Assistants I/II for a youth mental health evaluation project. Applicants need a relevant bachelor’s degree and Cantonese fluency. Apply online by 12 December 2026; review begins 26 October.
The Department of Psychiatry in HKU’s School of Clinical Medicine is recruiting several Research Assistants I/II for a territory-wide youth mental health initiative (reference 537585). The appointments may be full-time or part-time, initially for one year, with possible renewal based on satisfactory performance.
The team is building a youth-friendly platform for prevention and early intervention. The assistants will support project evaluation through data collection and analysis, and preparation of reports, presentations and academic papers. They will also work with academics and social service groups.
Applicants need at least a bachelor’s degree in psychology, social science or a health-related discipline; strong written and spoken English and Chinese; and fluency in Cantonese. Experience in community research or clinical studies is preferred.
HKU says salary will reflect qualifications and experience; annual leave and medical benefits are provided. No salary amount is published.
Apply through HKU’s online recruitment system and upload a current CV. The university will begin reviewing applications on 26 October 2026 and continue until 12 December 2026, or until the posts are filled earlier.
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Benefits
HKU offers a salary based on qualifications and experience, plus annual leave and medical benefits. The advert does not state a salary amount.
Eligibility summary
Applicants need a bachelor’s degree or higher in psychology, social science or a healthcare-related discipline. The advert requires strong written and spoken English and Chinese, including fluent Cantonese. No nationality restriction is stated.
Requirements
Ability to work independently and with a multidisciplinary team and external academics or social service groups. Community research and clinical study experience is preferred.
Documents required
Upload an up-to-date CV through the HKU online recruitment system.
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