Full-time/Part-time Research Assistant II

Full-time/Part-time Research Assistant II in the Department of Psychiatry, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 526518) (to commence as soon as possible for one year, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance)

Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social science, science, or other healthcare-related disciplines. They should have an excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese, the willingness to learn new skills, a strong commitment to high quality research, good organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to prioritize work and maintain a high level of effectiveness. Experience in clinical research and proficiency in statistical programming (e.g. SPSS, R, and STATA) would be advantageous.

The appointee will work closely with Dr Heidi Lo in the general adult mood team/ youth mental health clinic on studies in experience sampling method, clinical interview and/or intervention in mood (particularly depression), anxiety disorders and wide range of comorbidity disorders (including ADHD, ASD, etc.) in outpatient clinics and psychiatric wards. He/ She will learn to conduct structured clinical interview for ascertaining psychiatric diagnoses under guidance of psychiatrist, conduct clinical assessments, acquire skills in delivering intervention for mood/ anxiety/and or comorbidity disorders. He/ She will also assist in project management, data analysis and collaborative meetings with psychology department, enhancing professional and communication skills. This position would be ideal for those who wish to gain research experience and clinical skills, exposure to outpatient clinics and psychiatric interventions, becoming part of a team that values collaboration and professional growth. A commitment to professional development and a strong interest in pursuing postgraduate research studies, such as an MPhil, would be highly advantageous and viewed favorably.

For more details about the responsibilities of this role, please contact Dr. Heidi Lo at [email protected]. We particularly encourage inquiries from those considering further academic pursuits in clinical psychology or related fields.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.

The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start on May 10 2024 and continue until June 23, 2024 or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.