Job Description

FACULTY OF ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

ACADEMY OF WELLNESS AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

Research Assistant / Junior Research Assistant (2 Positions) (25260138)

Position: Research Assistant

Responsibilities:

The appointee will assist the project leader in:

• Conducting research projects relating to machine learning, data analysis, and software development;
• Assisting in the design of experiments, algorithm coding, and analysis of large datasets;
• Developing and maintaining websites and web applications;
• Ensuring cross-browser and cross-device website functionality;
• Recruiting study participants, conducting interviews, and administering cognitive assessments;
• Handling enquiries from research participants; and
• Performing any other duties as assigned by the supervisor in relation to the study.

The appointee may be required to work occasionally on irregular hours and during Saturdays and Sundays.

Requirements

• Hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline;
• Possess strong programming skills (e.g., Python, Java, C++, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, MySQL);
• Have experience with data structures, algorithms, and software engineering principles;
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail;
• Have good command of written and spoken English and Chinese;
• Be proficient in computer literacy, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SPSS; and
• Be a good team player and capable of working independently.

Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in research involving health technology development.

Position: Junior Research Assistant

Responsibilities:

The appointee will assist the project leader in:

• Conducting research projects in areas such as machine learning, data analysis, and software development;
• Assisting in the design of experiments, algorithm coding, and analysis of large datasets;
• Developing and maintaining websites and web applications;
• Ensuring cross-browser and cross-device website functionality;
• Recruiting study participants, conducting interviews, and administering cognitive assessments;
• Handling enquiries from research participants; and
• Performing any other duties as assigned by the supervisor in relation to the study.

The appointee may be required to work occasionally on irregular hours and during Saturdays and Sundays.

Requirements

• Have a bachelor’s degree preferably in psychology, public health, social sciences or other related disciplines;
• Have a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese;
• Have good computer literacy including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SPSS; and
• Be a good team player and able to work independently.

Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in old age research.

Applicants are invited to send CV and applications to Prof. Ada Fung via email awtfung@hkbu.edu.hk. A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Applicants should state their current and expected salary in the application.

Application Procedure:

Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for interview 8 weeks after the submission of the application may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.

Review of applications is ongoing until the positions are filled.