Department of English and Communication
Research Assistant (two posts)
(Ref. 260311014)
[Appointment period: twelve months, with possibility of further appointment]
Duties
The appointees will assist the project leader in the research project - “Empowering language education in the AI era: Developing students’ self-regulated learning skills in English speaking”. They will be required to:
(a) plan and conduct workshops and consultations;
(b) coordinate student participants;
(c) collect data and conduct data analysis; and
(d) perform any other duties as assigned by the project leader or his/her delegate(s).
Qualifications
Applicants should have a recognised degree in English Language Studies, or a related discipline. They should also have good communication skills in English. Preference will be given to those with:
(a) work experience in the field of English language education;
(b) good knowledge of educational technology;
(c) the ability to work independently; and
(d) high proficiency in academic English writing.
Applicants are invited to contact Prof. Di Zou at telephone number 3400 3654 or via email at daisy.zou@polyu.edu.hk for further information.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.
Consideration of applications will commence on 1 April 2026 until the positions are filled.
Posting date: 11 March 2026