School of Optometry
Research Assistant (several posts)
(Ref. 260424011)
[Appointment period: each for twelve months initially, with possibility of further appointment]
Duties
The appointees will assist the project leader in the research project - “Vision for tomorrow eye care project”. They will be required to:
(a) undertake eye examinations, especially outreach eye care, for the subjects;
(b) collect and analyse research data;
(c) undertake subject recruitment, administrative work and project operation; and
(d) perform any other duties as assigned by the project leader or his/her delegates.
Qualifications
Applicants should:
(a) have an honours degree in Optometry or an equivalent qualification;
(b) be able to register as Optometrist (Part I) in Hong Kong;
(c) have a good command of written English and Chinese, with fluency in Cantonese and Putonghua; and
(d) have good communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Preference will be given to those with (i) research experience in Optometry and/or (ii) experience related to outreach eye care services.
Applicants are invited to contact Prof. Henry Chan at telephone number 2766 7937 or via email at henryhl.chan@polyu.edu.hk for further information.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.
Consideration of applications will commence on 4 May 2026 until the positions are filled.
Posting date: 24 April 2026