Part-time Research Assistant II (N&HS) (Ref: 26002FK)

Hong Kong Metropolitan University; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 83,000 - 138,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Hong Kong Metropolitan University invites applications for a part-time Research Assistant II (N&HS). The appointee will support a community-informed project to develop educational digital materials aimed at improving health outcomes for primary school children in Hong Kong.

The role requires collaboration with the project leader and team members, with duties including development of materials and process evaluation.

Qualifications

• Education: A bachelor's degree in a discipline related to arts and social sciences, arts in creative media, or a related area.
• Languages: Proficiency in Cantonese and English is essential. Mandarin language skills are an advantage.
• Experience: Previous experience blending digital media characters into real-life scenes or producing digital education materials for school-aged children is highly preferred.
• Skills: Strong organisational and analytical skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Developing digital educational materials to promote health among school‑aged children and monitoring implementation fidelity.
• Contribute to process evaluation and project support.
• Collaborate with the project leader and team members; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cantonese & English proficiency

Strong organisational & analytical

Experience with digital education

Education

Bachelor's degree in arts/social sciences or related

Job description

Part-time Research Assistant II (N&HS) (Ref: 26002FK)

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 Nursing and Health Sciences:

Part-time Research Assistant II (N&HS) (Ref: 26002FK)

Major Duties and Responsibilities

This role is ideal for individuals seeking to play an integral part in a community-informed project to develop educational digital materials focused on improving health outcomes for primary school children in Hong Kong, the appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

Project Support: Developing digital educational materials to promote health among school-aged children, establishing methods to monitor their implementation fidelity, and contributing to process evaluation; and

Collaboration: Work closely with the project leader and other team members, and perform other duties as assigned.

He/she will be normally assigned to work less than 68 hours per four consecutive weeks.

Candidates

Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

Education: A bachelor's degree in a discipline related to arts and social sciences, arts in creative media, or a related area;

Languages: Proficiency in Cantonese and English is essential. Mandarin language skills are an advantage;

Experience: Previous experience working with blending digital media characters into real-life scenes or producing digital education materials for school-aged children is highly preferred; and

Skills: Strong organisational and analytical skills are required.

What We Offer

Flexibility: We provide a supportive environment with flexible working hours to help you balance your professional and personal commitments.

Meaningful Impact: Be part of a project that directly contributes to the well-being of our community.

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

Successful candidate will be appointed on a temporary part-time contract for 1 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.

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

Closing date of application: 12 Nov 2026

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