"Research Assistant Professor"

Job Details

Research Assistant Professor in the Centre for Information Technology in Education within the Faculty of Education (Ref.: 533519).

We now invite applications for the captioned post.

Duties and Responsibilities

• collaborate closely with the Principal Investigator and the project team to work with local schools, teachers, and students
• lead the multi-year data collection and analysis, supervise project team members
• develop state-of-the-art assessments
• present and publish research findings

Requirements

• a Ph.D. degree in Educational Measurement, Psychometrics, Quantitative Psychology, Statistics, or a related field
• a strong commitment to research and teaching
• a solid track record in research is essential, preferably in modern psychometrics, digital literacy, and assessment of novel constructs

What We Offer

The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a 2-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. The appointment on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 15% of basic salary. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above post(s). Applicants should apply online at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until December 31, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

Advertised: Oct 27, 2025 (HK Time)

Applications close: Dec 31, 2025 (HK Time)