Senior Research Assistant/Research Assistant

City University of Hong Kong

Department
Department of English
Rank
Research Assistant/Associate
Position type
Full-time
Reference
ur-t13826
Application deadline
14 Aug 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Synthesize research findings into clear summaries for academic and public audiences.
  • Develop and implement strategies to enhance the visibility and impact of departmental research.
  • Prepare materials for stakeholder engagement and facilitate communication between internal and external partners.
  • Monitor and report research impact indicators such as citations and dissemination reach.
  • Provide logistical and administrative support for scholarly events including conferences and seminars.
  • Undertake other duties as assigned by the Head of Department.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Hold a Bachelor's degree in English, Applied Linguistics, or a related discipline.
  • Demonstrate excellent command of spoken and written English with strong copywriting abilities.
  • Show proven experience in interpreting briefs and incorporating feedback effectively.
  • Possess strong strategic planning capabilities aligned with departmental research objectives.
  • Preference given to applicants with knowledge of video production or proficiency in Chinese.
  • Senior Research Assistant: Bachelor's degree plus 3 years' experience, or Master's degree plus 1 year's experience.

Appointment

  • Full-time — 6 months contract

Key Dates

  • Closing date: 14 August 2026
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