Course Developer (Freelance) (ECON 4007AED LAW AND ECONOMICS) (A&SS) at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Course Guide Writing, Course Material Development, Online Material Development, Audio-visual Material Development, Activity Design, Assessment Design, Course Blueprint Development, Law Knowledge, Economics Knowledge, Microeconomic Concepts, Legal Principles, Hong Kong Case Law, Writing Skills, Organization Skills, Communication Skills

Industry

Higher Education

Description

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: Applications are invited for the Course Developer post for the higher-level distance learning course ECON 4007AED LAW AND ECONOMICS . Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: Writing up the course guide, course materials, supplementary online and/or audio-visual learning materials; Writing up the activities and assessments to enhance students’ learning experience through the course guide; žContributing to the development of the blueprint of the course; and ž Performing any other duties related to the course development as assigned. Candidates Candidates are expected to possess the following: žA recognized degree in BOTH Law and Economics. ž A double major degree or a major/minor degree in Law and Economics is highly desirable. (JDs and master /higher degrees in Law and Economics is a plus). ž A sound foundation and knowledge of microeconomic concepts such as public goods, common resources, externalities, Coase Theorem, Pareto and Kaldor-Hicks efficiency, rational choice theory, theory of consumer choice, and theory of the firm are essential. ž A deep understanding and knowledge of the principles of law in topics such as property rights, contracts, legal processes and tort; as well as familiarity with and application to Hong Kong case law are essential. ž Good writing, organization and communication skills are essential. ž Course development and/or teaching experience at post-secondary and/or tertiary level would be an advantage. Terms and Conditions for Appointment Successful candidates will be appointed on a freelance basis. To Apply Please send your C.V. to the School of Arts and Social Sciences, Hong Kong Metropolitan University by email (as@hkmu.edu.hk) (Please quote the reference number in your application). (Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement posted in Nov 2025 need not re-apply.) 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.

Responsibilities

The appointee will be primarily responsible for developing higher-level distance learning course materials, including writing the course guide, supplementary online/audio-visual content, and designing activities and assessments. Duties also include contributing to the course blueprint and performing related course development tasks as assigned.