Department of Language Science and Technology
Research Assistant / Project Assistant
(Ref. 260615004)
[Appointment period: six months]
Duties
The appointee will assist the project leader in the research project - “Exploring the effectiveness of ChatGPT-generated tasks in enhancing translation teaching and learning: An exploratory empirical research”. He/She will be required to:
(a) design and generate ChatGPT-based tasks for translation teaching and learning, and assist in integrating these tasks into course materials;
(b) coordinate with participating classes/centres to conduct empirical experiments, including pre-tests, post-tests, and questionnaires;
(c) assist in collecting and analysing quantitative and qualitative data (e.g., student performance, feedback, and interview transcripts);
(d) help with literature review on AI literacy, translation pedagogy and ChatGPT applications in education;
(e) assist in preparing progress reports, conference papers, and journal articles; and
(f) perform any other duties as assigned by the project leader or his/her delegates.
Qualifications
Applicants should:
(a) have a good honours degree or an equivalent qualification;
(b) have a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese, with fluency in Putonghua being an advantage;
(c) have basic knowledge of, or a strong interest in generative AI (e.g., ChatGPT) and its applications in language/translation education;
(d) have experience or familiarity with educational research methods (e.g., experimental design, survey, and statistical analysis);
(e) have good teamwork and interpersonal skills; and
(f) be proficient in computer applications and basic data analysis tools (e.g., Python, R, and MAXQDA).
Applicants are invited to contact Prof. Dechao Li at telephone number 2766 7458 or via email at dechao.li@polyu.edu.hk for further information.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.
Consideration of applications will commence on 22 June 2026 until the position is filled.
Posting date: 15 June 2026