Department of Applied Social Sciences
Research Assistant
(Ref. 260916008)
[Appointment period: two months]
Duties
The appointee will assist the project leader in the research project - “Impact of later life events on criminal trajectories among older offenders in Hong Kong: A qualitative mixed-methods approach”. He/She will be required to:
(a) conduct literature review;
(b) conduct data processing and analysis;
(c) prepare and design handbooks, presentation materials and edit videos;
(d) organise workshops and seminars; and
(e) perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Unit or his/her delegates.
Qualifications
Applicants should:
(a) have an honours degree in Social Sciences or other related disciplines;
(b) have a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese; and
(c) be self-motivated, well-organised, detail-minded, and able to multi-task.
Preference will be given to those with prior experience as a research assistant.
Applicants are invited to contact Prof. Vincent Cheng at telephone no. 2766 4670 or via email at vincent-s.cheng@polyu.edu.hk for further information.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.
Consideration of applications will commence on 15 October 2026 until the position is filled.
Posting date: 16 September 2026