Research Assistant

Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong

Updated: 20 days ago
Deadline: 09 Oct 2026

Division of Artificial Intelligence and the Humanities


Research Assistant (two posts)

(Ref. 260810009)

[Appointment period: each for six to twelve months]

Duties

The appointees will assist the project leader in the research project - “Uncovering real-time brain mechanisms of word composition by bridging neuroimaging and multimodal models”.  They will be required to:

(a)    help build a multimodal system that integrates EEG, camera footage, and physiological signals; 

(b)    develop and implement algorithms for signal processing and user intent decoding; 

(c)    work with a Generative AI (GenAI) backbone to generate context-aware text responses;

(d)    contribute to testing and refining the system for robustness in everyday environments; and

(e)    perform any other duties as assigned by the project leader or his/her delegates.

Qualifications

Applicants should have:

(a)    an honours degree or a Master’s degree or an equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Engineering, Signal Processing, or a related field;

(b)    hands-on experience with programming (e.g., Python);

(c)    an interest in AI, machine learning, signal processing, or human-computer interaction; and

(d)    a passion for creating technology that has a direct and positive social impact.

Applicants are invited to contact Prof. Shaonan Wang at telephone number 2766 6981 or via email at [email protected] for further information. 

Conditions of Service

A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.


The closing date for application is 9 October 2026.


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Posting date: 10 August 2026

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