Research Assistant – Educational Tech & Open Learning

Hkmu; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Staff-development sponsorships

Medical and dental benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) invites applications for the Research Assistant I/II (SOL) in the School of Open Learning. The role focuses on literature reviews, data analysis, and supporting open education research and outreach activities.

The position requires a Master’s degree (Research Assistant I) or a recognised degree (Research Assistant II) in Educational Technology or related fields, with bilingual English/Chinese proficiency and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• A recognised degree (for Research Assistant II) or a Master’s degree (for Research Assistant I) in Educational Technology, Computing/IT or related areas (preference will be given to those who are familiar with research on higher education or educational technology and agentic AI).
• Knowledge of Word Press, HTML, Python, CSS, JavaScript, and Search Engine Optimisation.
• Very good command of English and Chinese.
• Strong sense of responsibility, effective organisation and interpersonal skills; and
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conducting literature reviews on open and educational technology;
• Supporting the project team to conduct research;
• Carrying out qualitative and quantitative data analysis;
• Assisting in the preparation of publications and reports;
• Assisting in the improvement of publicity of research results;
• Assisting in the promotion of research in open and innovative education; and
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

WordPress

HTML

Python

CSS

JavaScript

SEO

Education

Master’s degree in Educational Technology, Computing/IT or related areas

Tools

WordPress

HTML

Python

CSS

JavaScript

SEO

Job description

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) invites applications for the Research Assistant I/II (SOL) in the School of Open Learning. The role focuses on literature reviews, data analysis, and supporting open education research and outreach activities.

The position requires a Master’s degree (Research Assistant I) or a recognised degree (Research Assistant II) in Educational Technology or related fields, with bilingual English/Chinese proficiency and strong organizational skills.