Part-time Research Assistant II (Project code R6946) [A&SS] at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Research, Literature Review, Interview Coordination, Transcription Editing, Liaising, Cultural Industry Management, Education, Cultural Studies, Journalism, Communication, Social Sciences, Computer Skills, MS Office, Chinese, English, Music Field Knowledge

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: Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will assist in a research project Mental Health and Music Education in Hong Kong. (Project code R6946). The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: · Conducting research for developing and publishing two academic articles; · Conducting research and review of related literature; · Scheduling and coordinating interview sessions; · Collecting feedback and editing transcripts of the interviews; · Liaising with internal and external parties. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence: · Have a Bachelor degree or above in preferably in the field of Cultural Industry Management, Education, Cultural Studies, Journalism and Communication, Social Sciences, or a related discipline; · An excellent command of Chinese and English; · competent at computer skills and software (e.g. MS Office using Word, Excel, PowerPoint); · Candidates with network and knowledge in the music field will be considered first. Terms and Conditions for Appointment Successful candidate will be appointed on a temporary part-time contract. Benefits will be provided in accordance with the statutory provisions. Duration of Appointment The appointee is expected to work not more than 13 hours per week. The appointee will work for 8 months. To Apply Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. Closing date of application: 27 January 2026 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 assist in a research project focused on Mental Health and Music Education in Hong Kong. Responsibilities include conducting research, scheduling interviews, collecting feedback, and liaising with various parties.