Research Associate [R6969] (A&SS) at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Digital Ethnography, Critical Discourse Analysis, Academic Writing, Interviewing, Data Archiving, Social Media Analysis, Interpersonal Communication, Collaborative Research

Industry

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 be responsible mainly for the following: Collecting and archiving video data and comments on social media; Organizing and conducting interviews; Coordinating with the PI in conducting the critical discourse analysis; and Assisting PI to prepare for conference presentation. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence: A doctoral degree in communication, media studies, sociology, or a closely related discipline; Demonstrated expertise in digital ethnography, with substantive knowledge of Chinese internet subcultures and vernacular discourse; A strong record of academic publication in English, with evidence of proficient scholarly writing; Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative and collegial approach to research; and Prior academic working experience in Hong Kong is an advantage. Terms and Conditions for Appointmen An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary and an end-of-contract gratuity will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided. [The duration of appointment will be from 1 September 2026 to 31 May 2028.] To Apply Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. Application deadline: 17 June 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 collect and archive social media video data and conduct interviews. They will also collaborate with the PI on critical discourse analysis and prepare conference presentations.