Research Assistant I (Ref: 2401208)
Department of Curriculum and Instruction

Project Title: Chances, Considerations and Choices: School Choice of Ethnic Minority Families
in Hong Kong

[Appointment Period: 15 months]

The appointee will provide support to a study that investigates school choice of a select group of non-
Chinese families in Hong Kong. He/she will assist in conducting literature review, preparing data
collection materials, recruiting, surveying and interviewing participants, working with student
helpers, keeping research records, performing relevant administrative work, contributing to research
outputs and other duties as assigned. The appointment period will be 15 months, renewable subject to
funding availability, performance and mutual agreement.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university, preferably in Cultural
Studies, Education, International Relations, Psychology, Social Sciences or other related disciplines.
Applicants should demonstrate knowledge in qualitative methods, intellectual agility to manage and
analyse data, and an ability to communicate research findings to a variety of audiences. They should
be proficient in Microsoft computer applications, social media platforms, NVivo and other digital
tools used in academic environments. Proficiency in statistical package (e.g., SPSS) is an advantage.
Applicants should also be self-motivated and resourceful, have good organisational skills, and
attention to detail. They should maintain high ethical standards and be able to work independently
and collaboratively in a team and with participants from different cultural backgrounds. Command in
spoken and written English language skills is essential. Proficiency in one or more of the following
languages will be an advantage: Hindi, Nepali, Tagalog and/or Urdu. Experience in academic
research and working with non-Chinese communities in Hong Kong is a plus.



Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract. Fringe benefits include contract-end
gratuity, leave, medical and dental benefits.

The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for this post. Applicants
should complete the online application form and upload a full CV on or before 3 December 2024.
Applications which are incomplete or without the required documents may not be considered.
Personal data provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related
purposes. For details of the Personal Information Collection Statement, please refer to
http://www.eduhk.hk/jobsopp/index.php?glang=en.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Only those who are shortlisted will be contacted.
The University reserves the right not to fill the position(s) advertised. Since the incumbent’s work
would involve contacts with persons aged under 18 and/or mentally incapacitated persons,
prospective employee(s) will be required to undergo Sexual Conviction Record Check operated by
the Hong Kong Police Force.

Further information about the University is available at http://www.eduhk.hk.

Ed UHK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.