The incumbent is responsible for assisting the Head in conducting institutional research and other related analysis that support the Academy’s strategic planning and decision making. Major tasks include designing, conducting, and coordinating research projects; assisting the Head in setting up and running online data warehouse and analytics; and other tasks assigned by the Head.

Applicants should: 

(a)   have a degree in statistics, educational research, or computer science; master’s degrees preferred;
(b)  have at least 5 years of experience in designing, implementing and coordinating qualitative and quantitative studies, preferably in institutional research;
(c)   have proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Access, Excel, SPSS, SQL, and data visualization tools, e.g. Microsoft Power BI.
(d)   have good writing skills in English and Chinese;
(e)   be meticulous and able to handle multiple tasks while meeting deadlines;
(f)    be able to collaborate and communicate with others effectively.
 
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT

Appointment will be on a 2-year contract, further appointment will depend on availability of funding at the time. A gratuity payment equal up to 15% of basic salary earned during the contract period will be payable upon satisfactory completion of contract.  Fringe benefits include leave, medical and dental benefits.  Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
 
APPLICATIONS

Please apply in writing with full résumé, expected salary and copies of academic qualifications.  Applications with reference code ‘IRA’ clearly marked on the envelope should be sent to the Human Resources Office, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, No.1 Gloucester Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong, or by clicking 'Apply Now' on or before 21 May 2018.
 
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