Date : 2023-07-03

Recruitment of Research Assistant 

Description

The Gender Research Centre (GRC) is the first research unit on gender and women’s issues in Hong Kong. Beginning as the Gender Research Programme in 1985, GRC was renamed in 2000. Members include scholars from Social Science, Humanities, Medicine, Business Administration, and other interdisciplinary fields who are involved with the research activities of GRC [http://www.grc.cuhk.edu.hk/]. GRC is looking for a committed and motivated Research Assistant to join the team.

Applicants should have (i) a Bachelor's degree or above in Sociology, Gender Studies, Social Science, Humanities, or related disciplines; (ii) proficiency in qualitative and/or quantitative research with relevant research experience; (iii) good command of written and spoken English and Chinese; (iv) strong organizational and communication skills; and (v) the ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team. 

The appointee will be involved in (a) organising local and international conferences, workshops, and seminars on a range of gender-related issues; (b) assisting in research projects with qualitative and/or quantitative methodology; (c) assisting in writing publications such as news commentaries, occasional papers, research reports, etc.; (d) managing the Centre’s websites and social media accounts; and (e) providing administrative support to the Centre’s operation. 

Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for one year commencing September 2023, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement.  

Please submit the following documents in the online application: (1) a cover letter; and (2) CV (indicating the earliest available date and expected salary). For enquiries, please contact Dr. Tangi YIP at grcentre@cuhk.edu.hk.