Temporary Research Assistant II (R6880) (A&SS) (Ref: 26002IF)

We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the Wu Jieh Yee School of Arts and Social Sciences:

Temporary Research Assistant II (R6880) (A&SS) (Ref: 26002IF)

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee will assist the Principal Investigator in the research project “Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding End-of-Life Care Among South Asian Minorities in Hong Kong: A Pilot Study” (PFDS/2025/12). The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

• Conducting comprehensive literature searches and reviews;

• Coordinating field operations and liaising with partner NGOs and community stakeholders;

• Managing project logistics, including the coordination of student helpers and survey data collection;

• Performing quantitative data analysis using statistical software;

• Assisting in the preparation of research reports, academic publications, and presentation materials; and

• Performing other research-related duties as assigned.

Candidates

Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

• A recognised bachelor’s degree in social sciences or a related discipline;

• Demonstrated knowledge of social science research methods; experience in quantitative survey design and execution is essential;

• Prior experience working with South Asian ethnic minority groups is highly advantageous;

• Proficiency in quantitative data analysis (knowledge of SPSS is preferred);

• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua); and

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet strict deadlines.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

Successful candidate will be appointed on a temporary part-time contract. He/she will work for the period between December 2026 and May 2027. Benefits will be provided in accordance with the statutory provisions.

To Apply

Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via University’s eRecruitment System.

https://hkmu.taleo.net/careersection/ex_non_full_time/jobapply.ftl?lang=en&job=26002IF

Please contact Dr Chan Wai Yin by e-mail to [email protected] for enquiries about the post.

Closing date of application:        30 November 2026

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