Research Assistant, Graduate School

Saint Francis University; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis University seeks an appointee to assist in a flagship 5-year service-research project, supporting the Principal Investigator, Co-investigators and the team in carrying out project-related tasks.

The role involves planning and coordination of activities, arranging and conducting research (surveys, interviews), data preparation and analysis, and compiling reports, with emphasis on SEN/ND knowledge and strong English/Chinese communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Social Work, Social Sciences, Education, Applied Research, Applied Psychology or Statistics.
• Experience in project or event management and/or research.
• Knowledge of SEN / Neurodiversity (ND).
• Ability to work independently, investigative, detail-oriented and analytical.
• Good teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Good communication in English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and coordination of project activities (seminars, workshops).
• Arrange and conduct research activities (surveys, in-depth interviews).
• Prepare and analyze data derived from the project.
• Compile research reports and publication materials.
• Handle relevant administrative tasks and other duties as assigned by the PI.

Skills

Research

Data analysis

Project management

Interviews

Bilingual EN/CH

Education

Bachelor’s degree or above in Social Work / Social Sciences / Education / Applied Research / Applied Psychology / Statistics

Job description

The appointee is mainly required to assist in a 5-year innovative service-research project entitled 'Meta-S: An Integrative Psychosocial Study and Service Outcome Evaluation for Students with Special Educational Needs'.

The appointee will assist the Principal Investigator, the Co-investigators, and the team in carrying out project-related tasks, including: (a) supporting the planning and coordination of project activities (e.g. seminars, workshops); (b) arranging and conducting research activities (e.g. surveys, in-depth interviews); (c) preparing and analyzing data derived from the project; (d) compiling research reports and publication; (e) handling relevant administrative tasks, and (f) performing other duties as assigned by the PI.

The appointee is mainly required to assist in a 5-year innovative service-research project entitled 'Meta-S: An Integrative Psychosocial Study and Service Outcome Evaluation for Students with Special Educational Needs'.

The appointee will assist the Principal Investigator, the Co-investigators, and the team in carrying out project-related tasks, including: (a) supporting the planning and coordination of project activities (e.g. seminars, workshops); (b) arranging and conducting research activities (e.g. surveys, in-depth interviews); (c) preparing and analyzing data derived from the project; (d) compiling research reports and publication; (e) handling relevant administrative tasks, and (f) performing other duties as assigned by the PI.

Applicants should (i) have a recognized Bachelor's degree or above in Social Work / Social Sciences / Education / Applied Research / Applied Psychology / Statistics; (ii) have relevant project or event management / research experience; (iii) have knowledge of Special Educational Needs (SEN) / Neurodiversity (ND); (iv) be able to work independently, have an investigative nature, attention to detail, and an analytical aptitude; (v) have good teamwork and interpersonal skills; and (vi) have good communication skills and fluency in English and Chinese.