Department of Biomedical Engineering and Sports Technology
Part-time Research Associate
(Ref. 261016009)
[Appointment period: six months]
Duties
The appointee will assist the project leader in the research project - “Development of a novel and efficient multimodal artificial intelligence system to enhance diagnosis in patients with dry eye disease”. He/She will be required to:
(a) perform clinical measurements of refraction and anterior eye examination;
(b) carry out dry eye evaluation and assessments;
(c) conduct research data analysis and prepare manuscripts/reports;
(d) assist in research-related administration; and
(e) perform any other duties as assigned by the project leader or his/her delegates.
Qualifications
Applicants should:
(a) have a recognized degree in Optometry plus three or more years of relevant experience in dry eye research or a Master’s degree in the related fields;
(b) possess optometry qualifications registrable with the Optometrists Board in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China;
(c) have an excellent command of both written and spoken English and Chinese, with fluency in Cantonese;
(d) have good communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills; and
(e) be a good team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Preference will be given to those with relevant experience and exposure in publication in the related field.
Applicants are invited to contact Prof. Emma Shujun Wang at telephone number 2766 7670 or via email at shu-jun.wang@polyu.edu.hk for further information.
Conditions of Service
The remuneration rate is HK$181 per hour.
Consideration of applications will commence on 1 December 2026 until the position is filled.
Posting date: 16 October 2026