Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies
Research Assistant (two posts)
(Ref. 240716007)
[Appointment period: each for twelve months]
The Brain, Language and Computation Laboratory in the Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies under Faculty of Humanities is actively engaged in language, neurocognition, computation and technology research in the Chinese language and second language learning. The Laboratory now invites applications for two full-time Research Assistants in projects on multimedia learning, language learning, and relevant neuroscience and computational studies. Further information about the Laboratory can be found at http://blclab.org/.
Duties
The appointees will assist the project leader in the research projects of the Department. They will be required to:
(a) conduct literature review, data analysis, programming, maintenance of equipment and recruitment of study participants;
(b) conduct data collection and data analysis for the studies in multimedia learning and language learning;
(c) participate in joint research collaborations with other members of the projects; and
(d) perform any other duties as assigned by the project leader or his/her delegates.
Qualifications
Applicants should have:
(a) a master’s degree or an honours degree from a recognised university in Language and Cognitive Sciences or related fields or an equivalent qualification;
(b) no more than four years of post-baccalaureate qualification experience at the time of appointment; and
(c) a documented track record in training and evidence of strong background or experience in Language, Technology, Neural and Computational Methodologies or related areas.
Applicants are invited to contact Prof. Li Ping Andrew via Ms Pauline Tai at telephone number 3400 8211 or via email at pauline.tai@polyu.edu.hk for further information.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.
Consideration of applications will commence on 30 August 2024 until the positions are filled.
Posting date: 16 July 2024