Senior Research Assistant Department of Chinese Language Studies

[Appointment Period: 24 months]

The Department of Chinese Language Studies is seeking inspirational and energetic candidate as Senior Research Assistant to support its growing scope of department’s publications including International Journal of Chinese Language Education (IJCLE).

The successful applicant will join the team of highly qualified educators to provide a full range of administrative support to the department's publications, including IJCLE and other academic publications. Responsibilities mainly include: (i) coordinating with external and internal stakeholders involved in the publications; (ii) providing editorial, proofreading and administrative support; (iii) maintaining and updating the editorial system and website of IJCLE; (iv) preparing materials related to conferences, seminars, events, and other academic activities; and (v) performing any other duties assigned by the Head and his delegate(s).

Applicants should have a Master’s degree plus one year’s post master’s degree full-time working experience, or a doctorate. Applicants with several years of relevant post-qualification working experience gained in the tertiary education sector is preferrable. They should have an excellent command of both written English and Chinese; proficiency in spoken English and Putonghua is preferred. They should also be self-motivated, well-organised, have good interpersonal and communication skills, be able to work independently and collectively as a good team member and have the ability to work under pressure.