Temporary / Part-time Research Associate / Assistant I/II / Technical Assis at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Blockchain, Metaverse, Prototype Development, Data Analysis, Project Management, Communication, Interpersonal 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. [Project R6906 - Building a Systematic and Secure Metaverse System for Education: The project aims to develop a secure metaverse system for education by integrating metaverse and blockchain technologies, with the goal of creating an immersive and safe learning environment. The Research Assistant (RA) will assist in prototype development, participant recruitment, instrument development and administration, and perform other duties as assigned. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply. On-the-job training related to research methods will be provided.] We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the Lee Shau Kee School of Business and Administration for the following post(s): Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: Developing a blockchain-based metaverse prototype for educational settings; Recruiting research participants and collecting data; Assisting in conducting in-depth interviews; Performing quantitative and/or qualitative data analysis; Drafting the final report and dissemination materials; and Providing other research-related assistance as required. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence: A Master’s degree or above in Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related discipline; Familiarity with, or a strong foundation in, metaverse and/or blockchain technologies; Demonstrable experience in prototype development or design science is highly desirable; Excellent organisational, project management, and logistical coordination skills; and Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Terms and Conditions for Appointment Successful candidates will be appointed on a temporary full-time contract. Benefits will be provided in accordance with the statutory provisions. The appointment will last for 6 months. To Apply Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. 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 develop a blockchain-based metaverse prototype for educational settings and assist in recruiting research participants and collecting data. Additional responsibilities include conducting interviews, performing data analysis, and drafting reports.