Part-time Student Research Assistant in the Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy

The University of Hong Kong

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Work type: Hourly-paid

Department: Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy

Categories: Research Staff

Hong Kong

Part-time Student Research Assistant in the Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy (Ref.:

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About The Opportunity

This is an exciting part-time opportunity for motivated students to join Prof. Joseph Blais' research team at the Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy, LKS Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong. The Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy has many collaborative research projects with other departments, teaching hospitals, universities and the pharmaceutical industry. This research project focuses on understanding medication adherence among patients with chronic diseases in Hong Kong. As a student research assistant will support the research team in conducting patient interviews and data collection, allowing you to apply your communication, writing and project management skills.

Duties And Responsibilities

Support questionnaire-based project on medication adherence
Screen eligible patients to participate at hospital clinics
Explain the study, answer questions, and obtain informed consent from study participants
Administer questionnaire in Cantonese or English
Record collected research data according to standard procedure and policies
Conduct data analysis
Search the scientific literature to retrieve, read and extract data from research studies.
Support administrative/project management tasks, including preparing reports, liaising with project staff and clinicians

This post provides an excellent training opportunity for those who are interested in social sciences and public health research. Enquiries about the role can be directed to

Requirements

Current undergraduate or master student
Mandatory to have excellent command of English and Cantonese, ability to read and write Chinese (traditional)
Good communication and interpersonal skills
A strong commitment to integrity and personal responsibility
Great organizational skills and attentive to details
An interest in developing research, data analysis and scientific communication skills

What We Offer

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a temporary part-time basis for 3-6 months, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered.

How To Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until March 15, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and

is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

Advertised:Dec 22, 2025 (HK Time)

Applications close:Mar 15, 2026 (HK Time)

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