Research Assistant
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LocationHong Kong
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Typecontract
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 30, 2026 · 5d ago
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good Bachelor's degree
knowledge of qualitative research methods, including interviews and observation
good command of academic English
proficiency in reading Chinese-language content in online media, preferably both written Chinese and Cantonese
native or near-native spoken Mandarin proficiency
strong understanding of the cultural contexts of both mainland China and Hong Kong
ability to work independently, along with good interpersonal skills
preferably a Master's degree in a language-related discipline
Training in communications, social sciences, cultural studies, or a related field
About the role
Applications are invited for a Research Assistant for a research project on Mainland Chinese migrant women’s discourse and identity in Hong Kong online media.
Requirements
Applicants should have (i) a good Bachelor’s degree, preferably a Master’s degree in a language-related discipline. Training in communications, social sciences, cultural studies, or a related field would be an advantage; (ii) knowledge of qualitative research methods, including interviews and observation; (iii) a good command of academic English; (iv) proficiency in reading Chinese-language content in online media, preferably both written Chinese and Cantonese; (v) native or near-native spoken Mandarin proficiency; (vi) a strong understanding of the cultural contexts of both mainland China and Hong Kong; and (vii) the ability to work independently, along with good interpersonal skills for working with team members and research participants.
Responsibilities
The appointee will be responsible for (a) assisting with literature searches and reviews; (b) collecting, analysing, and checking research data; © preparing research reports and other project outputs; and (d) supporting other project activities as required. On-the-job training and supportive supervision will be provided upon appointment.
Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for up to twenty-one months, renewable subject to mutual agreement.
For enquiries, please contact Prof. Carmen Lee (Department of English, CUHK, email: [email protected]).
Hiring process
The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.
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