Job Description - Part-time Research Assistant I/Research Assistant II/ Technical Assistant (Phlebotomy) (N&HS) (25000IV)

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 Nursing And Health Sciences

Part-time Research Assistant I/Research Assistant II/ Technical Assistant (Phlebotomy) (N&HS) - (25000IV)

Job

: Temporary/Part-time R&D

School/Unit

: School of Nursing and Health Sciences

Closing Date

: 10/Apr/2025, 3:59:00 PM

Major Duties And Responsibilities

The appointee(s) will mainly assist the research teams in the School for one or more of the following tasks:

• recruiting participants for research projects;
• performing data collection and data input for research projects;
• conducting blood taking for research projects; and
• undertaking such other duties as determined by project team members or managers.
  
  

Candidates

Candidates Should Possess The Following Qualifications, Experience And Competence

• For Part-time Technical Assistant: at least 5 subjects with Level 2 in HKDSE or equivalent, including English & Chinese languages and Mathematics;
• For Part-time Research Assistant II: a recognized Bachelor's degree, preferably in the broad area of Biological, Health or Physical Sciences (e.g. Biology, Nursing);
• For Part-time Research Assistant I: a recognized Master's degree, preferably in the broad area of Biological, Health or Physical Sciences (e.g. Biology, Nursing);
• able to work under different schedules (i.e. flexible schedules);
• obtained a recognized phlebotomy certificate or be licensed by the Nursing Council of Hong Kong to practise as a Registered Nurse;
• a good command of Chinese and English;
• previous experience in programming or data collection; and
• preference will be given to those with experience in handling biological specimens or working with human subjects for research studies.
  
  

Duration of Appointment

Successful candidate(s) will work not more than 17 hours per week for the period between June 2025 and June 2026.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

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

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