Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Psychology

Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Psychology (30200)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow

Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Psychology (Ref.: 524324) to commence on March 1, 2024, or as soon as possible for one year, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability)

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Developmental/Educational Psychology or other related discipline. They should have good academic publication record in developmental/educational psychology. They should also have the experience of overseeing the implementation of a large-scale research project. Knowledge and experience in developing mobile learning applications are desirable. Applicants should also have a high level of writing proficiency in English and demonstrated ability in writing up research findings for both academic and general audiences, and be self-motivated, responsible and able to work independently and within a team.

The appointee will work on a project on the development of a comprehensive assessment system for identifying and supporting children with mathematics learning difficulties. Duties will include literature review, preparation of assessment and intervention materials, liaise with external parties, supervision of research staff and research interns, data processing and analysis, preparation of manuscript and reports, development of new research initiatives and other research-related duties as assigned.

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

Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 523146) need not re-apply. 

The University only accepts online application for the above post.  Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., and provide the name of three referees on the online application form. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until January 29, 2024, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.