Part-time Research Assistant I

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge. As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching. HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA. For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk. We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the School of Education and Languages: Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will mainly assist the Principal Investigator in the research project “From Error to Excellence: Analysing Writing Performance and Error Patterns among Hong Kong’s Non-Chinese Speaking Primary Learners” (Project No: R6947). The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:
• Conducting literature review on relevant topics;
• Performing qualitative and quantitative data analysis;
• Providing research-related assistance; and
• Other academic duties assigned by the Principal Investigator. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competencies:
• A Master’s degree or above, preferably in Education, Chinese Language Education and related fields, preferably with research and publication experience;
• Proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese, including spoken Cantonese;
• Sound knowledge of Chinese Language teaching and curriculum planning, with demonstrated teaching experience in local primary or secondary schools;
• Knowledge of AI, information technology, or STEAM applications in education would be an advantage;
• A strong sense of responsibility, self-motivation, attention to detail, and a positive work attitude; and
• Able to meet deadlines and work independently. Terms and Conditions for Appointment Successful candidate will be appointed on a temporary part-time contract. Benefits will be provided in accordance with the statutory provisions. To Apply Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. Applicants must provide documentary evidence of their teaching experience in local primary or secondary schools as part of their application. The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment. For details, please refer to the “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. The University will continue to review applications until the position(s) is/are filled.