Chinese Language Centre
Project Associate
(Ref. 260526005)
[Appointment period: six months]
Duties
The appointee will assist the project leader in the project - “CanNTalk: an AI-powered immersive scenario-based 1-to-N Cantonese oral training platform”. He/She will be required to:
(a) assist in designing research tools such as questionnaires and experimental materials;
(b) conduct data collection/extraction, data processing and data analysis;
(c) assist in technology-enhanced Cantonese learning with special reference to the use of GenAI;
(d) liaise with project collaborators and related parties to facilitate technical communication and project requirements;
(e) assist in the production of project reports and relevant scholarly outputs;
(f) assist in general management and coordination of the project; and
(g) perform any other duties as assigned by the project leader or his/her delegates.
Qualifications
Applicants should:
(a) possess a Master’s degree in Language Education, Chinese Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, or a related discipline or a good honours degree in one of the above-mentioned disciplines with three or more years of relevant work experience;
(b) be a native speaker of Cantonese;
(c) have a high level of proficiency in both written Chinese and English;
(d) possess knowledge of e-learning and AI platforms, good computer skills, including SPSS and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint);
(e) have a high level of self-motivation and strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills; and
(f) be a good team player and able to work independently.
Applicants are invited to contact Dr Ken S. K. Cheng at telephone number 2766 7484 or via email at ken.cheng@polyu.edu.hk for further information.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.
Consideration of applications will commence on 2 June 2026 until the position is filled.
Posting date: 26 May 2026