Term Research Assistant I/II (Cyber Security)

Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi); Hong Kong; Sur place; HKD 180 000 - 300 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) seeks a Term Research Assistant I/II (Cyber Security) to support a range of research tasks, including literature reviews, data gathering and analysis, and report preparation. English and Chinese language skills are essential, with responsibilities spanning outside HK and occasional irregular hours as needed.

Both Master’s- and sub-degree-qualified candidates are considered, with varied duties and a competitive remuneration

Qualifications

• Master's degree in CS / Cyber Security OR related field with work experience.
• For Term II: sub-degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent.
• Knowledge of cyber security, cryptography, blockchain, LLMs or privacy tech.
• Programming experience in Python, Solidity, C or C++.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and report-writing skills.
• Good command of English and Chinese (Cantonese/Putonghua).
• Fast learner; able to work independently with attention to detail.

Responsabilités

• Assist PI with literature review, data collection, data analysis and report writing.
• Prepare drafts, graphs and texts for reports.
• Contribute to data presentation and manuscript preparation.

Connaissances

Cybersecurity

Cryptography

Blockchain

LLMs

Privacy preserving

Python

Solidity

C

C++

Formation

Master's degree (CS / Cyber Security)

Sub-degree (Term II)

Description du poste

Term Research Assistant I/II (Cyber Security)

Department of Digital Innovation and Technology

Ref No.: DDIT/TERM_RAI_II(CS)/11/26

Major Duties:

The appointee will assist the Principal Investigator (PI) in a variety of research duties, including but not limited to literature review, data collection, data analysis, and report writing (including text and graphics).

Requirements:

For the post of Term Research Assistant I, applicants should possess a recognised Master's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Security, Information Technology or a related discipline; or a recognised degree in a relevant discipline with relevant work experience.

For the post of Term Research Assistant II, applicants should possess a recognised sub-degree in a relevant discipline, or an equivalent level of study.

The candidate should also:

have knowledge of cyber security, cryptography, blockchain, LLMs, or privacy-preserving technologies;

have programming experience in one or more languages such as Python, Solidity, C or C++;

have good analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills;

have a good command of spoken and written English and Chinese (both Cantonese and Putonghua); 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, shifts, and on 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: 19 November 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.