Research Assistant in the Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health (Appointment for 12 months with possibility of extension) [Ref. C/R/444/09]

Project

ECF – Digital Marine Guardians: Saving Our Ocean Giants

The Project aims to recruit and train undergraduate students to produce multimedia works for ocean conservation, through outreach activities to educate the general public, such as lectures, workshops and online exhibitions, to deepen both their and general public attention to marine conservation, so as to change their behaviour, protect marine animals, sustain the biodiversity of the ocean, and love the sea.

Duties

Occasional night duties or work on weekends/holidays may be required.

Requirements

A Master’s / Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary / Ecology / Animal Science / Communication / Event Management or a related discipline, and no more than a total of 6 years of service at the University.  Prior experience in marine conservation and related outreach activities, event management and multimedia production would be an advantage.

Good written and spoken communication skills in English and Chinese; ability to work in a diversified environment; ability to work independently in mature manner and maintain a calm demeanor in potentially stressful conditions; good record keeping; time management and organisational skills; attention to details; willingness to learn and acquire new skills; ability to adapt to an ever-changing work environment, strong motivation and interest in marine animals and research are required.

Salary and Conditions of Service

Salary offered will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Fringe benefits include leave, medical and dental consultations at the campus clinic.

Information and Application

Further information on the post and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong [Email : hrojob@cityu.edu.hk/Fax : 2788 1154 or 3442 0311]. 

To apply, please submit an online application at http://jobs.cityu.edu.hk. The closing date is 7 August 2022.  Applications will receive full consideration and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.  The University’s privacy policy is available on the homepage.