Department of Applied Social Sciences
Research Assistant (two posts)
(Ref. 261026004)
[Appointment period: each for twelve months]
Duties
The appointees will assist the project leader in the research projects - “Police force interactive educational theatre and research project”; “Problematic internet use among rural Chinese children: A longitudinal mixed methods study based on multiple informants”; “The urban–rural digital divide among Chinese adolescents: How AI skills shape learning outcomes and internet behavior” and “Enhancing positive youth development and children’s computer literacy in the AI era”. They will be required to:
(a) assist in coordinating data collection and recruitment of participants;
(b) assist in data analysis;
(c) assist in conducting research and evaluative studies;
(d) draft reports and papers;
(e) provide assistance to administration of the projects; and
(f) perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Unit or his/her delegates.
The appointees may occasionally be required to work irregular hours including weekday evenings, weekends and public holidays.
Qualifications
Applicants should:
(a) have an honours degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Public Health or other related disciplines;
(b) have a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese;
(c) have good statistics literacy including Mplus, R and SPSS;
(d) have good interpersonal and organisational skills; and
(e) be a good team player and able to work independently.
Applicants are invited to contact Prof. Li Xiang via email at xann.li@polyu.edu.hk for further information.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.
Consideration of applications will commence on 2 November 2026 until the positions are filled.
Posting date: 26 October 2026