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    Term Research Assistant I / II (Environmental)
    Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong
     
    Department / Section : Department of Construction, Environment and Engineering
    Ref. no : O/THEi-DCEE/TERM_RAI_II(ENV)/06/25
     
    The Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) is a member institute of the Vocational Training Council (VTC), established in 2012. It is an innovative, professional and entrepreneurial organisation committed to greening and sustainability. THEi offers over 20 professional "Applied Science-Oriented" undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes across six Academic Departments: Department of Food and Health Sciences, Department of Construction, Environment and Engineering, Department of Sport and Recreation, Department of Hospitality and Business Management, Department of Design and Architecture, and Department of Digital Innovation and Technology. These programmes integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications cover industries with growth potential in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region, ensuring that students can apply what they learn effectively. THEi’s undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes are accredited by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications, as well as by the relevant professional bodies where appropriate. By adopting an applied Science-Oriented teaching approach, THEi equips students with professional skills and knowledge to meet various future challenges upon graduation. THEi also collaborates closely with the industry and engage students in active learning pedagogies including a strong emphasis on project-based learning involving real-world problem-solving with and for local industries and professions.
    For more information about our Institute, please visit https://www.thei.edu.hk.
     
    Employment Period:
    6 months (with the possibility of renewal)
     
    Major Duties:
    The appointee will assist the Principal Investigator (PI) in conducting research work related to wastewater treatment, anaerobic bioreactor design, and microalgae cultivation. He/she will be required to conduct experiments, materials testing, data analysis, and preparation of report for publications and perform other research duties as assigned by the PI.
     
    Requirements:
    For the post of Term Research Assistant I, applicants should have a recognised Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or related disciplines; or a recognised degree in related disciplines with relevant work experience; or equivalent.
       
    For the post of Term Research Assistant II, applicants should have a recognised sub-degree in Environmental Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or related disciplines; or equivalent level of study.
     
    Applicants with experience in membrane filtration, anaerobic digestion, sewage treatment are preferred but not essential. He/she should also have good interpersonal and communication skills, as well as good command of spoken and written English and Chinese.
         
    Notes:
    (1) The appointee may be required to perform duties at different sites and work irregular hours, shifts and on Saturdays and Sundays as necessary.
    (2) The remuneration package will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
    (3) The appointee will work at the Tsing Yi Campus.


    Application Procedures:
    A completed application form [VTC-1 (Rev. 11/2024)], together with a full curriculum vitae, should be sent to chan_choyin@thei.edu.hk.
     
    Candidates should take note of the following:
    (1) Completed application form and detailed curriculum vitae (CV) should be combined into one file in PDF format with a file size below 10MB.
    (2) The file should be saved with the applicant’s name as “surname and given name”, e.g. “CHAN Siu-lam.pdf”.
    (3) For the email subject, please cite “Application for Term Research Assistant I / II (Environmental) (Ref. No.: O/THEi-DCEE/TERM_RAI_II(ENV)/06/25)”.
     
    Closing date for application: 8 July 2025
     
    The Institute reserves the right not to fill the post.  Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.  Information on unsuccessful candidates will normally be destroyed 12 months after the completion of the recruitment exercise.


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