Job Description - Temporary Research Assistant II (D0012) (A&SS) (250007Z)

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 Arts And Social Sciences

Temporary Research Assistant II (D0012) (A&SS) - (250007Z)

Job

: Temporary/Part-time R&D

School/Unit

: School of Arts and Social Sciences

Closing Date

: 21/Feb/2025, 3:59:00 PM

Major Duties And Responsibilities

The appointee shall mainly assist and support the Creative Projects and Short Film Production. The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

• Assisting in collecting and compiling fundamental research materials;
• Providing a wide range of administrative support to the project;
• Liaising with focus groups of the project and coordinating research interviews;
• Coordinating the production of exhibition materials;
• Composing, translating, reviewing, and refining materials intended for exhibitions; and
• Performing other ad hoc duties as assigned.
  
  

Candidates

Candidates Should Possess The Following Qualifications, Experience And Competence

• A good recognized degree or above, preferably in English/ Chinese Language, Literature/ Translation or Creative Arts;
• Strong organizational and planning skills, good interpersonal and communication skills, and be competent at computer skills (MS Office using Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.) as well as editing skills;
• Basic skills or knowledge in art production is an advantage;
• Be self-motivated and meticulous, and able to meet deadlines and work independently; and
• An excellent command of both written and spoken English and Chinese.
  
  

Duration of Appointment

The appointee will be required to work for the period from March 2025 to September 2025.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

Successful candidate will be appointed on a temporary full-time contract. Benefits will be provided in accordance with the statutory provisions.

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