Temporary / Part-time Research Associate (Project No: R6778) (E&L) at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Research, Data Analysis, Literature Search, Report Preparation, Educational Research, Fluency in English, Fluency in Chinese, Educational Technology, Social Sciences

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 Education and Languages: Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee(s) will assist the Principal Investigator for the Research Project “Developing a Prompt Engineering Framework for Teachers: Fostering Effective AI Engagement”. The appointee(s) will be responsible mainly for the following: Conducting literature searches; Working with the Principal Investigator to design research instruments and prepare reports; Assisting in data analysis; and Performing any other duties as assigned by the Principal Investigator. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence: A doctoral degree with a proven track record of research and publication, preferably in Education, Educational Technology, or the Social Sciences; Fluency in both written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese); and Preferably with experience in educational research. Terms and Conditions for Appointment The successful candidate(s) will be appointed on a temporary full-time or part-time contract basis, with the possibility of renewal. Benefits will be provided in accordance with statutory provisions. To Apply Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. Please indicate your preferred mode (full-time/part-time) and expected salary in your cover letter or resume. 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 the Principal Investigator in conducting literature searches, designing research instruments, preparing reports, and assisting in data analysis. Additional duties may be assigned by the Principal Investigator.