Research Associate

The Chinese University of Hong Kong; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

The CUHK Jockey Club Institute of Ageing invites applications for the position of Research Associate.

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in Public Health, Gerontology, Nursing, or a related discipline with four years of post-qualification experience, strong evidence in ageing studies and community health, and excellent English and Chinese (Cantonese required). The role involves preparing manuscripts and reports, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring output quality.

Qualifications

• Master's degree plus four years post-qualification work experience.
• Knowledge of ageing studies and community health; frontline experience preferred.
• Proven experience in preparing academic manuscripts, project reports, and other deliverables for funders or external stakeholders.
• Experience in compiling guidelines and research protocols.
• Excellent written communication; ability to present complex information concisely.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent command of English and Chinese (Cantonese compulsory).

Responsibilities

• Prepare academic manuscripts, project reports, and other scholarly documents (ethics approval and trial registration).
• Write reports for funders and external parties per required timelines.
• Compile guidelines and research protocols.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to gather and synthesize information for reporting.
• Ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency of all outputs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ageing studies

Frontline experience

Academic writing

Interpersonal skills

English and Chinese (Cantonese)

Organisational skills

Education

Master's degree in Public Health/Gerontology/Nursing or related discipline

Job description

The CUHK Jockey Club Institute of Ageing invites applications for the position of Research Associate.

• (i) a Master%27s degree in Public Health, Gerontology, Nursing, or a related discipline plus four years of post-qualification work experience
• (ii) knowledge and experience in ageing studies and community health (preferably with frontline experience)
• (iii) proven experience in preparing academic documents, research reports, and other written deliverables for funders or external stakeholders
• (iv) experience in compiling guidelines and research protocols
• (v) excellent written communication skills with the ability to present complex information concisely while highlighting the key messages
• (vi) strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• (vii) good interpersonal skills
• (viii) an excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese (Cantonese is compulsory)

Candidates with knowledge of statistics and data analysis will be an advantage.

• (a) preparing academic manuscripts, project reports, and other scholarly documents (e.g., ethics approval and trial registration)
• (b) writing reports for funders and external parties in accordance with specified requirements and timelines
• (c) compiling guidelines and research protocols
• (d) coordinating with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., teams of allied health professionals and the WHO) to gather and synthesize information for reporting purposes
• (e) ensuring the accuracy, clarity, and consistency of all written outputs
• (f) performing other duties as assigned

Applicants must submit an up-to-date curriculum vitae, with copies of certificates showing that they have fulfilled the academic qualifications stated above in the online application, otherwise their applications will NOT be considered. Shortlisted applicants may be invited to sit for a written test and attend an interview.

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