Temporary Research Assistant (E&L) at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Administrative support, Postgraduate programme admissions, Research support, Event organization, Webpage design, Promotional material design, Frontline services, Communication skills, Interpersonal skills, Organization skills, Multi-tasking, Computer skills, Word processing, English proficiency, Chinese proficiency

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 Education and Languages: Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: Providing support to day-to-day operations of the postgraduate programmes offered by the School, particularly for postgraduate programme admissions; Providing support to research activities and events organized by the School and the Research Institute for Bilingual Learning and Teaching; Updating and designing webpages and promotional materials related to programmes and research activities; Providing frontline services for research visitors; and Performing any other duties as assigned. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence: A recognized bachelor’s degree, with at least 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience; Good communication and interpersonal skills; Effective organization skills, able to attend to details, and capable of multi-tasking; Competency in computer skills (including WORD, EXCEL and Chinese word processing); Good command of English and Chinese (Cantonese & Putonghua); A strong sense of responsibility and motivation, and be able to work independently as well as in a team; Previous experience in academic event organization, or graphic and webpage design will be beneficial; and Preference will be given to those with experience in general administration / supporting services in educational settings. Terms and Conditions for Appointment Successful candidate will be appointed on a temporary full-time contract. The initial contract will be for one year. Benefits will be provided in accordance with the statutory provisions. To Apply Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a written test. (Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement 26000HN posted in Mar 2026 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 support the day-to-day operations of postgraduate programmes, including admissions and research event coordination. Additionally, they will manage webpage design, promotional materials, and provide frontline services for research visitors.