Hong Kong Metropolitan University

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Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU), founded in 1989, is a modern, vibrant, and dynamic university committed to providing quality professional education and clear career paths. As the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, HKMU tailors its professional programs to meet market trends and industry needs. HKMU is also expanding into the Greater Bay Area (GBA). You can find more information about the University at https://www.hkmu.edu.hk. HKMU currently has 44 open positions. Here's a summary of the job opportunities, as described in the provided listings: * **Part-time Research Associate / Assistant I/II / Technical Assistant (Project No.: R6944)**: This on-site role in the Lee Shau Kee School of Business and Administration requires researching service marketing and service technology, including literature reviews, data collection, data analysis, and research writing. The candidate will also manage and coordinate research projects. * **Information Technology Officer (ITO)**: This on-site position within the Information Technology Office involves daily user desktop support, helpdesk support, networking setup and troubleshooting, and ensuring the quality of computing services. The IT Officer will also support special projects and perform IT equipment installation and maintenance, as well as technical and administrative duties related to various IT projects. * **Part-time Technical Assistant (Project No: R6902) (E&L)**: This on-site position in the School of Education and Languages will assist the Principal Investigator in a research project focused on developing mathematics teachers’ AI-TPACK through learning circles. The assistant will be responsible for literature searches, data analysis, numerical simulation, report writing and presentation of results, and other research activities. * **Part-time Instructor (長者進階數碼培訓計劃) (LiPACE)**: This on-site role in LiPACE requires teaching courses to the elderly on a part-time basis. The instructor will teach courses in Cantonese (a total of 3 to 5 units, 6 to 10 teaching hours) on a variety of topics. The role is for Li Ka Shing School of Professional & Continuing Education (LiPACE). * **Assistant Director of Information Technology (Management Information Systems) (ITO)**: This on-site position in the Information Technology Office involves leading the Management Information Systems team to develop and maintain management information systems for the University. This also includes developing and implementing policies, managing internal and external resources, providing advice and support to users, and providing executive support to committees and working groups. * **Assistant Professor (S&T)**: This on-site position in the School of Science and Technology involves course planning, development, coordination, and delivery (including classroom and clinical teaching). The appointee will also participate in program development, perform scholarly activities, lead research, supervise research projects, engage in student development, and undertake/participate in school and university activities. * **Part-time Research Assistant (Project No: R6929) (E&L)**: This on-site role within the School of Education and Languages will assist the Principal Investigator for the Research Project “Lexical Convergence Among Yue Dialects: A Quantitative Study". This includes conducting literature reviews, providing assistance in data analysis and in preparing reports and presentations. * **Senior Manager of Public Affairs (Branding and Marketing) (PAO)**: This on-site position in the Public Affairs Office involves developing and implementing branding strategies and marketing efforts. The Senior Manager will oversee brand campaigns, develop student recruitment strategies, analyze campaign performance, and oversee the University’s Information Centre operations. * **Temporary/Part-time Research Assistant(s) (Project No: R6785) (E&L)**: This on-site position within the School of Education and Languages supports a research project investigating oral and digital storytelling for language and moral development in young children in Hong Kong. Responsibilities include conducting literature searches, designing teaching materials, delivering learning activities, interviewing participants, transcribing and coding data, and assisting with data analysis. * **Part-time Research Assistant II (Project code R6946) [A&SS]**: This on-site position in the School of Arts and Social Sciences involves assisting in a research project titled "Mental Health and Music Education in Hong Kong". The duties include conducting research for academic articles, conducting literature reviews, scheduling and coordinating interview sessions, collecting feedback, and liaising with internal and external parties. The expected appointee will work no more than 13 hours per week for 8 months. The job postings highlight the following technologies and skills: * **Research:** Research, data collection, data analysis, research writing, literature review, project management. * **IT:** User desktop support, helpdesk support, networking setup, troubleshooting, quality assurance, technical support, AV equipment, network cabling, IT architecture, IT operations. * **Marketing & Communication:** Brand management, strategic communication, social media, digital communication. * **Software:** Oracle e-Business Suite, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). * **Other:** AI, service marketing, service technology, quantitative and qualitative analysis, ERP systems, web administration, database administration. * **Specific Languages:** Cantonese, English, and Chinese (Mandarin / Putonghua) * **AI, Fintech, Cyber Security, Smart Home** * **Digital Art, Micro: Bit, App Development, Multimedia Creation, Aerial Video** The job postings specify the remote policy as "on-site" for all listed positions. **1. What is the application process for positions at HKMU?** Candidates who are interested in joining HKMU may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. **2. Are there opportunities for part-time work at HKMU?** Yes, several of the listed positions, including those for Research Assistants and Instructors, are for temporary or part-time roles. **3. What are the essential language requirements for the advertised positions?** For the role of Part-time Instructor (長者進階數碼培訓計劃) (LiPACE), the teaching will be conducted in Cantonese. The Senior Manager of Public Affairs (Branding and Marketing) role and the Part-time Research Assistant (Project No: R6785) (E&L) require fluency in English and Chinese (Putonghua and Cantonese). The Part-time Research Assistant (Project code R6946) [A&SS] also requires fluency in Chinese and English. For other positions, a good command of both English and Chinese is preferred. **4. Does HKMU offer benefits for its employees?** For some positions, such as the Assistant Director of Information Technology (Management Information Systems) (ITO), an attractive remuneration package will be offered including a basic salary, a composite cash/housing allowance, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided. For others, such as Part-time Instructor, successful candidates will be appointed on a temporary part-time contract. Benefits will be provided in accordance with the statutory provisions. **5. What is the typical duration of the appointment for the Part-time Research Assistant II (Project code R6946) [A&SS] role?** The appointee is expected to work no more than 13 hours per week for 8 months.

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