Department of Applied Social Sciences
Research Associate
(Ref. 250417002)
[Appointment period: six months initially, with possibility of further appointment]
Duties
The appointee will assist the project leader in the research projects - “How migration impacts well-being: A comprehensive review” and/or “Longitudinal relationship between neighbourhood environment, healthy lifestyle and subjective well-being”. The projects focus on investigating the potential social and environmental determinants of migrants’ wellbeing. He/She will be required to:
(a) conduct quantitative data analysis, including multilevel modeling, SEM etc. using programming platforms such as R or Python;
(b) conduct literature review;
(c) assist in designing research tools such as questionnaires;
(d) provide support to research activities, including data processing, statistical analysis and report preparation; and
(e) perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Unit or his delegates.
Qualifications
Applicants should:
(a) have a master’s degree in Social Sciences, Data Sciences, Geography or other related disciplines;
(b) have a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese;
(c) be proficient in using programming platforms and statistical software such as R, Python, Mplus or SPSS; and
(d) have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
Preference will be given to those with experience in conducting systematic reviews and meta-analyses.
Applicants are invited to contact Dr Yang Min Jamie via email at min-jamie.yang@polyu.edu.hk for further information.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.
Consideration of applications will commence on 24 April 2025 until the position is filled.
Posting date: 17 April 2025