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SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS

Project MuSE

Project MuSE is a multi-year transformational education project. The scope of the project covers a wide range of opportunities for the under-privileged, gifted students, parents' engagement, community music, industry-higher education collaboration, and curriculum development such as the use of EdTech, art-tech, interdisciplinary learning, cross-cultural studies, and performance and pedagogical research. A key component of the project includes a new 5-6 years music programme that includes an in-school/after-school instrumental ensemble-based music training for primary school students.

The Project is inviting applications with research background for the following post to focus on impact measurement of this transformative project:

Post-Doctoral Research Fellow (Impact Measurement – Music) (23241005)

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the design of an evidence-based outcome measurement framework for the music aspect of the project;
• Design an evidence-based outcomes framework, including assessment methodologies and data tracking approaches;
• Strengthen and refine key outcome indicators on time;
• Stay informed about relevant social and educational developments, including government policies and similar projects, to assess their impact on the project;
• Conduct timely reviews to enhance participant satisfaction and improve student learning experiences;
• Write detailed reports and produce articles for internationally refereed journals or other respected publications; and
• Perform any other delegated duties as required.

Requirements:

• A recognised doctoral degree with substantial experience in educational research, action research, research methodologies, and both qualitative and quantitative research methods;
• A strong background in music is desired; 
• Experience in measurement tools such as WHO Well-being Index, Social-Emotional and Character Development Scale, and music literacy skills measurement is beneficial;
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing project needs;
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders from music, social, and cultural sectors and academia; and
• A results-oriented approach to impact measurement while remaining open-minded to different stakeholder perspectives for project review and improvement.

The initial appointments will be offered on a fixed-term contract of one to two years. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Procedure:

Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for an interview 8 weeks after the submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University’s Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.

Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.