Research Assistant II – Unreal Developer (R7073) (A&SS)

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge. 

As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching.

HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA.

For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk.

We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the School of Arts and Social Sciences:

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The appointees shall mainly assist the research team in a research project “Reimagining the Classics of Chinese Literature: Immersive Experiences of Eileen Chang’s Literary World and Classical Travel Narratives” (Project No.: R7073). The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following:

• Constructing 2D/3D assets for the use of the research project;

• Designing and developing immersive experience using Unreal;

• Researching and developing novel 2D/3D visualization and interaction experience with Chinese literature and culture for large-scale immersive display space;

• Assisting the Principal Investigator/supervisors to prepare experiments; and

• Conducting other ad-hoc research activities as instructed by the Principal Investigator.

   

Candidates

Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

• A Bachelor’s degree or above in Creative/Interactive Media, Computer Science, or any related disciplines;

• Intermediate knowledge of and practical experience with Unreal Engine development, Blueprint scripting, and C++ programming;

• Understanding interactive 3D simulation in virtual / augmented reality or generative AI would be an advantage;

• Fresh graduates are welcome, and candidates who have intention to pursue a research postgraduate degree are preferable;
• Detail-oriented, hardworking, responsible, self-motivated, able to meet deadlines and work independently; and
• Excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese.
   

Terms and Conditions for Appointment

An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary and an end-of-contract gratuity will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided.

To Apply

Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. Please indicate your expected salary.

The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment.  For details, please refer to the “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. The University will continue to review applications until the position(s) is/are filled