Hong Kong Metropolitan University
Part-time Research Assistant I (Project No: R6927) (E&L) (Ref: 26001NP)
Company Overview
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:
Part-time Research Assistant I (Project No: R6927) (E&L) (Ref: 26001NP)
Major Duties and Responsibilities
The appointee will work closely with the Project Investigator on a research project focusing on language development in autistic children. The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:
- Assisting the Project Investigator in recruiting research participants and collecting data;
- Assisting the Project Investigator in analysing research data; and
- Undertaking other relevant tasks as assigned by the Project Investigator.
Candidates
Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:
- A Master’s degree in Linguistics, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, or a related discipline;
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in Cantonese and English;
- Strong skills in statistical analysis and data management;
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team; and
Knowledge and research experience of SEN children will be an advantage.
Terms and Conditions for Appointment
Successful candidate will be appointed on a temporary contract starting from September 2026. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. 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.
https://hkmu.taleo.net/careersection/ex_non_full_time/jobapply.ftl?lang=en&job=26001NP
Closing date of application: 5 August 2026
For any questions related to the post, please contact Dr. Emily Ge for more [email protected]
How to Apply
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Job details
- Education
- Master Degree
- Industry
- Education / Training
- Job Function
- Education / Training > Others
- Location
- Homantin
- Employment Type
- Part Time
- Published On
- 28 Jul 2026
- Job Ref. No.
- 26001NP