HKU / Talent

Research Officer/Assistant Research Officer in the Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy

Jobid: 639837485182025933 (0.0503)

Research Officer/Assistant Research Officer in the Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy (Ref.: 537550)

We now invite applications for the captioned post.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • lead literature reviews and contribute to the design of pharmacoepidemiology and drug safety studies, particularly herb-drug interaction
  • coordinate data acquisition, linkage, management and analysis using large electronic health record databases
  • conduct statistical analyses and prepare reports, manuscripts and conference presentations
  • supervise and support junior research staff, and perform other duties as assigned
  • Requirements

  • a Ph.D. degree in pharmacoepidemiology, epidemiology, public health, pharmacy, biostatistics, medicine, health data science, or a related discipline
  • a strong publication record, preferably with at least 3 first-authored research articles in international peer-reviewed journals
  • demonstrated experience in the analysis of large healthcare databases or electronic health records
  • proficiency in R or other statistical software, with experience in causal inference, propensity score methods or survival analysis being an advantage
  • an excellent command of written and spoken English
  • a strong sense of responsibility, good organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • experience in pharmacoepidemiology, pharmacovigilance, drug safety, real-world evidence research, project coordination or supervision of junior research staff is preferred
  • What We Offer

    Applicants with less experience may be considered for the post of Assistant Research Officer. The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a 2-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

    A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. The appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 15% of basic salary for Research Officer; 10% of basic salary for Assistant Research Officer. Housing benefits will also be provided to Research Officer as applicable. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

    How to Apply

    The University is an equal opportunities employer and
    is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

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