Part-time/Temporary Research Assistant (Project No.: R6628) (E&L)

Science / Laboratory / Research & Development • Contract / Project Based • Kwai Chung, Hong Kong, HK • 3w ago

Job Description - Part-time/Temporary Research Assistant (Project No.: R6628) (E&L) (25001KN)

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 :

Part-time/Temporary Research Assistant (Project No.: R6628) (E&L) - (25001KN)

Job

: Temporary/Part-time R&D

School/Unit

: School of Education and Languages

Closing Date

: 03/Aug/2025, 3:59:00 PM

Major Duties And Responsibilities

The appointee will assist the Principal Investigator for the Research Project “Translating Hong Kong Literature: An Assessment of the Impact of Translation of Hong Kong Literature on the Visibility of Hong Kong Literature”. The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

Performing and organising literature reviews;
Synthesising and organising research findings for conference presentations and publications;
Handling administrative tasks related to the Project; and
Assisting the Principal Investigator in all necessary tasks relevant to the Project.

Candidates

Candidates Should Possess The Following Qualifications, Experience And Competence

A Bachelor’s degree in the field of literary studies, English studies, Hong Kong studies, Translation studies, or a related discipline;
A strong sense of responsibility and good interpersonal skills;
Good analytical and writing skills;
Competence in computer skills (e.g., MS Office); and
Priority will be given to candidates with relevant research experience.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

Successful candidate will be appointed on a temporary part-time/full-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.

Applications must include cover letters.

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