Career Opportunities

Full-time/Part-time Research Assistant I/II in the Strategic Research Theme “AI, Society & Social Dynamics” within the Faculty of Social Sciences (Ref.: 534561) (to commence as soon as possible on a one-year temporary term or two-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance)

Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree or above in quantitative social sciences or data science–related disciplines, such as Psychology, Sociology, Geography, Statistics, Public Health, Computer Science, Data Science, or substantial training/experience in quantitative research methods and related fields. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Applicants should be able to work independently as well as collaboratively across disciplines within a multidisciplinary team, and should have a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese.

The appointee will work in the newly established Strategic Research Theme on AI, Society & Social Dynamics in the Faculty of Social Sciences (https://web.socsc.hku.hk/ai-society-social-dynamics/ ) and in close collaboration with the SRT leadership team, Prof. B. Becker (Psychology), Prof. D. Xu (Sociology), and Prof. Y. Zhou (Geography).

Key duties include:

• Organizing workshops, conferences, and speaker series
• Supporting the team with data analyses and the preparation of reports, applications, and presentations
• Providing administrative support for the SRT

What We Offer

• The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a one-year temporary term or two-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. Benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms. Enquiries should be sent to foss-ai-soc@hku.hk

How to Apply

• The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until 31 March 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.