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Ref: 522516
Work type: Full-time
Categories: Senior Research Staff &
Post-doctoral Fellow, Research Staff
Post-doctoral Fellow / Senior Research Assistant in the Centre for Information
Technology in Education within the Faculty of Education (Ref.: 522516). To commence from 1 September 2023 to 31 August 2024.
Applicants should possess a doctoral or master’s degree in Education, Social Sciences or a related discipline, and experience in
analyzing survey and/or assessment data. Familiarity with the literature on learning design, learning analytics, curriculum / pedagogical
innovation or digital literacy is a clear advantage. Preference will be given to those with experience in managing and analyzing
quantitative research data using advanced statistical methods, such as multiple linear regression, mediation analysis, multilevel modeling,
and/or latent variable models. Good organizational skills and the ability to work on a tight schedule are essential to succeed in this role.
They should also have a high level of writing proficiency in English and demonstrated ability in writing up research findings for both
academic and general audiences, and be self-motivated, responsible and able to work independently and within a team. Applicants with a PhD
degree may be considered for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow. Those with other higher degrees and substantial research experience in
relevant areas may be considered for appointment as Senior Research Assistant.
The appointee will work closely with the Principal
Investigator and the project team, to conduct research in a predominantly independent manner, and pursue investigations on specific areas.
He/She will be responsible for (a) research and instrument design; (b) data collection, management, analysis and interpretation; (c)
preparation for publications in peer reviewed journals and books; (d) working collaboratively with the project team to liaise with schools,
professional bodies and other relevant stakeholders; and (e) providing assistance in administrative and promotional work.
A highly
competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers website (http://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V.. Review of applications will start from July 31, 2023 and
continue until the post is filled.
Closing Date: August 15, 2023.
