Research Assistant I/II in the Faculty of Business and Economics (Ref. 526025) (to commence as soon as possible for one year)
Applicants should possess a research-oriented Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Operation Management, Statistics, Computer Science or a related discipline. They should have a good command of written and spoken English; good project planning, communication and interpersonal skills; and experience in conducting extensive literature review. They should be proficient in advanced statistical analysis, with the knowledge of using business and analytical software such as Python and R; a strong sense of responsibility; the ability to work independently; and the motivation to learn. The appointee will work for business analytics research. Responsibilities include: 1). Conduct literature reviews to identify and summarize recent advances in operations research methods and applications in healthcare. 2) Collect, clean, and process data from various sources, including electronic health records, administrative databases, and surveys. 3) Apply statistical and operations research techniques to analyse data and answer research questions. 4) Collaborate with researchers, clinicians, and other stakeholders to design and implement studies that address important healthcare challenges. Enquiries about the post should be sent to Dr Huiyin Ouyang (email: oyhy@hku.hk).
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 post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., a short statement indicating their relevant experience in literature review and statistics, and a sample of an English writing for applying for this job. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until June 30, 2024, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
