HKU Research Assistant I in Bus Reliability and AI (2026)
The University of Hong Kong
HKU’s Department of Geography seeks a part-time Research Assistant I to study bus arrival and travel-time reliability using field observations, surveys, GIS and AI tools. Applicants need a transport-related bachelor’s or master’s degree. Applications are reviewed until filled.
The University of Hong Kong’s Department of Geography is hiring a part-time Research Assistant I for a short-term project on bus-service reliability (reference 537460). The expected start is 19 October 2026. The initial appointment is three months, with possible renewal subject to performance and funding.
The assistant will examine why selected bus stops and routes perform poorly on estimated arrival times and travel-time reliability. Work includes liaising with bus companies, conducting on-site observations or interviews, using AI to identify contributing factors, and preparing reports and project documents.
Candidates need a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a transport-related discipline, survey experience, and familiarity with GIS and AI prompt engineering. HKU says salary will reflect qualifications and experience, but gives no amount.
Apply online through HKU’s careers system with a current CV and cover letter. The university says review starts immediately and continues until the position is filled; it does not state a calendar closing date. For enquiries, contact Dr Eva Yang at yyujing@hku.hk, who will circulate them to Professor Becky P. Y. Loo.
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Benefits
HKU offers a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The advert does not state an amount. Initial appointment: three months, with possible renewal subject to performance and funding.
Eligibility summary
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a transport-related discipline. HKU does not state nationality restrictions in the advert.
Requirements
Experience conducting surveys, and familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and AI prompt engineering. The role also involves field observations or interviews and liaison with bus companies.
Documents required
Upload an up-to-date CV and cover letter through HKU’s online recruitment system.
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