Research Assistant (Temp), Teaching & Learning Centre

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Research Aim and Contribution

In this study, we aim to examine the educational functions served by immersive technologies across disciplinary contexts through a multiple-case comparative study. In so doing, we seek to develop a typology of educational functions served by immersive technologies to guide curriculum designers of higher education in choosing and designing immersive experiences based on educational intent rather than technology alone.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a literature review on immersive technologies in higher education, including their educational functions, pedagogical applications, and learning outcomes.
• Assist in developing a coding framework based on the literature review to guide the analysis of immersive technology projects.
• Support the development and refinement of student survey instruments to examine perceived learning outcomes.
• Assist in collecting, organising, and managing research data, including project documentation, interviews, and student survey responses.
• Support qualitative data analysis, including coding project documents and interview transcripts to identify educational functions and pedagogical practices.
• Assist in quantitative data analysis of survey responses
• Assist in preparing research summaries, reports, presentations, and other research-related materials.
• Perform other research-related duties as assigned by the Principal Investigator.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree, or currently pursuing a undergraduate or post graduate degree, preferably in Education, Social Sciences, Psychology, Sociology or a related discipline.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, particularly when handling and preparing qualitative research data.
• Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative research methods and data analysis.
• Ability to conduct literature searches using academic databases
• Ability to work independently, manage research tasks systematically and meet agreed timelines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel.

Duration of Employment

• Employment period: 15 November-31 December 2026
• Duration: Approx. 1.5 months