Job Description - Temporary Research Assistant I (Project R6754) (A&SS) (25000BD)

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.

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We Are Now Looking For a Suitable Person To Fill The Following Position In The School Of Arts And Social Sciences

Temporary Research Assistant I (Project R6754) (A&SS) - (25000BD)

Job

: Temporary/Part-time R&D

School/Unit

: School of Arts and Social Sciences

Closing Date

: 07/Mar/2025, 3:59:00 PM

Major Duties And Responsibilities

The appointee(s) will assist the Principal Investigator in the research project “Pseudo-Documentary and Speculative History in Science Fiction: Subversion or Witnessing of Factuality?” (Project No. R6754). The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

• Supporting various research activities, including library searches, text and material acquisition, identifying key examples, data collection, and categorization
• Preparing presentation materials for conferences;
• Disseminating research findings through academic publications; and
• Performing other tasks related to the project.
  
  

Candidates

Candidates Should Possess The Following Qualifications, Experience And Competence

• A good recognized master or above, preferably in the field of modern or contemporary Chinese literature, or a related discipline;
• Competent at computer skills and software (e.g. MS Office using Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Databases);
• Self-motivated and meticulous, and be able to meet deadlines and work independently; and
• An excellent command of English and Chinese.
  
  

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

Successful candidate(s) will be appointed on a temporary full-time contract starting from May 2025 to Nov 2025. 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. Please contact Dr Yu Xuying by e-mail to [via CTgoodjobs Apply Now] for enquiries about the post.

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