Job Description

Research Assistant

Job Title:

10517

Job ID:

Department:

Division of Life Science

Job Posting Details

The Division of Life Science is seeking two skilled Virtual/Augmented Reality Education Game Developers to join our virtual reality project team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with life science educators, game designers, programmers and artists to craft high-quality virtual reality education tools using the Unreal/Unity Engines. 

Job responsibilities:

• Create captivating virtual reality laboratory and class room environments that effectively capture the real learning environments using Meta Quest 2 and 3 hardware.
• Develop high-quality 2D/3D characters/ models of Animal models (Human, Rat, Fruit fly Frogs, and Lab techniques (Dissection, Gel electrophoresis, Western blotting etc).
• Collaborate with our design team to conceptualise and produce storyboards for the games and other learning materials;
• Demonstrate strong artistic and creative graphic skills, exercising independent judgement and making aesthetic decision;
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in animation and illustration techniques, and bring fresh ideas to our projects;
• Collaborate with other teams to design and facilitate integrated communication, implementation of project promotion and management;
• Conduct other ad-hoc activities as instructed by the Principal Investigators.

Requirements:

• Good communication in English;
• A bachelor's degree or above in Multimedia Design/ Creative/ Interactive Media, or any related disciplines;
• With preferably 1-2 years of experience in animation, digital marketing, communications, or advertising;
• Knowledge of 2D/ 3D animation production; Portfolio is a MUST for application. Proven experience as an Animator & Illustrator, with a strong portfolio showcasing your skills and creative abilities;
• Proficient in using 2D animation software (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Spine 2D, Premiere) or 3D software (Maya, 3ds Max or Cascadeur);
• Basic understanding of game engines (Unreal Engine & Unity);
• Willing to accept critique and feedback on artwork throughout the design process, maintaining a willingness to learn and grow;
• An excellent team player with good communication skills and ability to multitask;
• Creative, well-organized, detail-oriented with a strong sense of responsibility and able to work independently.

Nice to Have:

• Experienced in storyboard and animation production, strong drawing skills, creative sense in motion and animation skills;
• Understanding of interactive 3D simulation in virtual/ augmented reality or generative AI would be an advantage;
• Procedural modelling experience.

(Duration: 6 months, renewable)

For more details please contact the Project Lead: Dr. Aftab AMIN (aftabamin@ust.hk)

(Applicants who have applied earlier to the same position need not re-apply.)

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided where applicable.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. 

(Information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes.  Applicants should read the Personal Information Collection Statement before submission of application.) 

HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of

inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.