Full-time Research Assistant I

University of Hong Kong

Department
School of Humanities (05200)
Rank
Research Assistant/Associate
Position type
Full-time
Reference
536715
Application deadline
2 Aug 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Support the Director(s) in organizing and promoting events for the research centre.
  • Handle payments, reimbursements, and support visiting scholars.
  • Maintain the centre's website, mailing list, and coordinate with internal stakeholders.
  • Perform record-keeping, material preparation, and ad hoc administrative tasks.
  • May work occasional hours outside office hours and perform light physical duties.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Arts/Humanities discipline, preferably literature, history, or Asian studies.
  • Relevant work experience in event organization and publicity, preferably in tertiary institutions.
  • Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese.
  • Proficiency in common computer applications.
  • Experience with Adobe Photoshop and InDesign is highly preferred.
  • Detail-oriented, self-motivated, with strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Appointment

  • Full-time — one year contract with possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.

Key Dates

  • Start date: As soon as possible
  • Review of applications start date: July 15, 2026
  • Review of applications end date: August 2, 2026 (or until post is filled, whichever is earlier)
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