Part-time Research Assistant I/II

Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 100,000 - 134,000; Part time

Job summary

Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) invites applications for Part-time Research Assistant I/II to support a UGC-funded project under the Research Office. The appointee will contribute to literature reviews, data collection, and report preparation, with emphasis on English-language materials and graphics.

The position will primarily be based at the Chai Wan Campus, may require travel to other locations, and entails irregular hours including weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with research experience.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
• Experience with research tools and writing reports.

Responsibilities

• Assist in literature and systematic reviews.
• Design research instruments and interview guides.
• Collect and analyse data using AI and big data methods.
• Prepare English research reports and graphical materials.

Skills

English proficiency

Independent work

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Education

Master’s degree in a related field

Recognised sub-degree in a related field

Tools

SPSS

EViews

EndNote

Job description

The appointee will assist the Principal Investigator in a variety of research duties on the UGC-funded project, including but not limited to literature and systematic reviews, research instrument and interview design, data collection, data analysis using artificial intelligence (AI) and big data methodologies, and report writing in English for the Research Office and the UGC, including the preparation of text and graphical materials.

Requirements:

For the post of Part-time Research Assistant I, applicants should possess a Master’s degree in Fashion Design, Management, Business, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, Mechanical Engineering, Consumer Behaviour, or a related discipline, or a recognised degree in a relevant discipline with relevant work experience.

For the post of Part-time Research Assistant II, applicants should possess a recognised sub-degree in Fashion Design, Management, Business, Statistic, Computer Science, Data Science, Mechanical Engineering, Consumer Behaviour, or a related discipline; or equivalent qualification.

They should also:

Have an excellent command of spoken and written English;

Be proficient in research software, including but not limited to SPSS, EViews and EndNote; and

be a fast learner, able to work independently with a strong sense of responsibility, and attention to detail.

Notes:

(1) The appointee may be required to perform duties at different locations, including outside Hong Kong, and to work irregular hours, including weekends, as necessary.
(2) The remuneration package will be competitive and commensurate with the appointee’s qualifications and experience.
(3) The appointee will mainly work at the Chai Wan Campus.

Closing date for applications: 30 October 2026

The Institute reserves the right not to fill the post. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. Information on unsuccessful candidates will normally be destroyed 12 months after completion of the recruitment exercise.