Research Officer (Computational Text Analysis and Qualitative Research)
Lingnan University
- Department
- SOCSP
- Rank
- Research Assistant/Associate
- Position type
- Full-time
- Reference
- 3099
- Posted
- 30 Sep 2026
- Start date
- 2 January 2027
Duties & Responsibilities
- Collect, construct, clean and manage textual datasets from regulatory, legal, audit and industry documents.
- Conduct computational text analysis using programming and natural language processing techniques.
- Perform qualitative content and thematic analysis of documentary materials and integrate findings.
- Assist with designing and conducting semi-structured interviews with financial and blockchain industry participants.
- Contribute to interpreting findings and preparing research outputs, presentations and academic publications.
- Maintain well-documented and reproducible research practices.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Strong programming skills and experience with natural language processing techniques.
- Experience with qualitative research methods including content analysis and interview research.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and analyze large textual datasets.
- Knowledge of or interest in financial markets, fintech or blockchain topics preferred.
Appointment
- Full-time, 18-month contract
Key Dates
- Start date: 2027-01-02