Department of Applied Social Sciences
Research Assistant
(Ref. 240510013)
[Appointment period: twelve months]
Duties
The appointee will assist the project leader in the research projects - “Psychological well-being of adolescents after the COVID-19 pandemic in China: How can schools and families help?” and/or “Cyberbullying among children with victimization experiences: The role of emotional risk factors and social-ecological protective factors”. He/She will be required to:
(a) conduct literature review;
(b) liaise with schools for the recruitment of participants;
(c) collect and analyse quantitative data, particularly longitudinal data;
(d) assist in report and paper writing; and
(e) perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Unit or his delegates.
Qualifications
Applicants should:
(a) have an honours degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education or other related disciplines;
(b) have a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese;
(c) have good computer literacy including SPSS, MS Excel and PowerPoint, with knowledge of Mplus being an advantage;
(d) have a strong sense of responsibility;
(e) have good interpersonal skills; and
(f) be able to work independently.
Preference will be given to those with a master’s degree in one of the said disciplines.
Applicants are invited to contact Dr Li Xiang at telephone number 2766 7827 or via email at xann.li@polyu.edu.hk for further information.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.
Consideration of applications will commence on 17 May 2024 until the position is filled.
Posting date: 10 May 2024