Job Description

Research Assistant I in the Faculty of Dentistry

We are looking for a Research Assistant I in the Faculty of Dentistry.

The Role

The appointee will manage and coordinate research activities, assist in the delivery of dental treatments, and deliver dental work in the capacity of a locally registered dental hygienist. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Managing and coordinating the research activities;
• Communicating with research patients and assisting in the patient interaction workflows, explaining study timelines, procedures, assisting in obtaining informed consent, guiding participants through visit checklists, and arranging appointments;
• Collecting research data, e.g., administering questionnaires, taking relevant study records, and measurements;
• Entering and managing research data, maintaining Case Report Forms (CRFs), laboratory records, and other relevant research logs;
• Maintaining source documentation and organizing study records;
• Processing, labeling, packaging, and transporting biological or laboratory samples according to study protocols;
• Ensuring all research activities strictly adhere to study protocols, regulatory guidelines, and policies;
• Performing routine system checks, troubleshooting and basic maintenance of equipment, and liaising with vendors on software updates, maintenance and procurement;
• Monitoring the consumable supplies and handling vendor quotations;
• Assisting with Institutional Review Board (IRB) documentation and compliance procedures for research;
• Assisting in the delivery of dental treatments related to periodontology, restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, and implant dentistry;
• Delivering oral self-care advice, patient motivation, supra-gingival instrumentation in the capacity of locally registered dental hygienists upon prescription and supervision of locally registered dentists;
• Performing any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Working outside normal office hours may be required occasionally.

Qualifications and Qualities

• A Bachelor’s degree or above, preferably in Dental Hygiene, Nutrition and Dietetics, Clinical Research, Communication or related discipline;
• Registered dental hygienist in Hong Kong;
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and well-organised, with strong interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-based academic environment;
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and scheduling platforms;
• Excellent command of Cantonese and/or Mandarin and written Chinese, proficiency in written and spoken English; and
• Applicants with the following experience will be considered as an advantage:
  • Dental assisting;
  • Clinical research;
  • Dietary assessment; and
  • Patient care assistance.

What We Offer

The appointment will be made on fixed-term full-time contract for 2 years, to commence as soon as possible with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, together with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 10% of basic salary. Other benefits include annual leave and medical benefits.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until July 29, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and

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