Post-doctoral Fellow
- Employer
- University of Hong Kong
- Location
- Hong Kong
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Jan 24, 2022
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Ref.: 511643
Work type: Full-time
Department: Sau Po Centre on Ageing (30302)
Categories: Academic-related Staff
Hong Kong
Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the Sau Po Centre on Ageing within the Faculty of Social Sciences (Ref.: 511643), to commence as soon as possible for two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Social Sciences, Sociology, Social Gerontology, Gerontechnology, Ergonomics and Biomechanics or a related discipline. Experience of technology acceptance of wearable robotics would be a plus. They should demonstrate strong competency in qualitative and quantitative data analysis and have a good command of written and spoken English and Chinese. Those with post-doctoral research experience, especially a strong background in gerontology research and an excellent track record of publications are preferred.
The appointee will work in a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, medical specialists and technology professionals to conduct a study of providing an intelligent robotic solution for assisting older adults’ mobility and manipulability to enhance independence and improve the quality of life of older adults. He/She will assist the Principal Investigator to plan, coordinate, and implement data collection activities; conduct data analysis; prepare presentations, manuscripts and reports; supervise Research Assistants; and perform any other relevant tasks as assigned. There will be ample opportunities to work with research professionals as well as stakeholders in the local community.
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 CV. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until March 23, 2022 , or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
Advertised: Jan 24, 2022 (HK Time)
Applications close: Mar 23, 2022 (HK Time)
Work type: Full-time
Department: Sau Po Centre on Ageing (30302)
Categories: Academic-related Staff
Hong Kong
Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the Sau Po Centre on Ageing within the Faculty of Social Sciences (Ref.: 511643), to commence as soon as possible for two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Social Sciences, Sociology, Social Gerontology, Gerontechnology, Ergonomics and Biomechanics or a related discipline. Experience of technology acceptance of wearable robotics would be a plus. They should demonstrate strong competency in qualitative and quantitative data analysis and have a good command of written and spoken English and Chinese. Those with post-doctoral research experience, especially a strong background in gerontology research and an excellent track record of publications are preferred.
The appointee will work in a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, medical specialists and technology professionals to conduct a study of providing an intelligent robotic solution for assisting older adults’ mobility and manipulability to enhance independence and improve the quality of life of older adults. He/She will assist the Principal Investigator to plan, coordinate, and implement data collection activities; conduct data analysis; prepare presentations, manuscripts and reports; supervise Research Assistants; and perform any other relevant tasks as assigned. There will be ample opportunities to work with research professionals as well as stakeholders in the local community.
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 CV. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until March 23, 2022 , or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
Advertised: Jan 24, 2022 (HK Time)
Applications close: Mar 23, 2022 (HK Time)
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