Part-time Senior Research Assistant/Part-time Research Assistant
City University of Hong Kong
- Department
- College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
- Rank
- Research Assistant/Associate
- Position type
- Part-time
- Reference
- ur-t10226
- Application deadline
- 5 Jun 2026
Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop hardware-software integration solutions for real-time user experiences across networks and devices.
- Integrate and test hardware components for virtual interaction.
- Build and maintain high-quality 3D content and experiences.
- Improve system performance and usability across different platforms.
- Evaluate emerging technologies to inform project decisions.
- Translate research ideas into practical features for development.
- Collaborate with creative and engineering teams to deliver feasible solutions.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- Strong experience with networked/real-time systems and performance optimisation.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to learn new technologies quickly.
- Good teamwork and communication skills with designers and backend engineers.
- Preferred: familiarity with 3D development engines (Unity/Unreal) and asset optimisation.
- Advantage: knowledge of VR/AR concepts and experience integrating relevant hardware/software.
Appointment
- Part-time — 6 months contract
Key Dates
- Closing date: 5 June 2026