Assistant Officer (Job ID: 10177)

Job Posting Details

The Research Office is looking for a highly motivated Assistant Officer to provide all-round administrative support to various research-related programs and research grants in the Office.  The appointee will be required to:

• assist with research grant applications and report submissions;
• maintain accurate and up to date database;
• liaise with internal and external stakeholders on research-related matters;
• provide logistics support for meetings and events;
• provide support for daily office administration work and perform any other duties as assigned.

Working outside normal office hours is occasionally required. 

Applicants should have at least Level 2 or equivalent in 5 subjects in HKDSE or 5 passes in HKCEE including Chinese Language and English Language (min. Grade C if Syllabus A or level 2 if results were obtained from 2007 onwards) with substantial post-qualification work experience.  Fresh graduates with a bachelor's degree will also be considered.  A service-oriented mindset; good organizational skills; attention to details; and a responsible and proactive personality are required.  The ideal candidates should be self-motivated with a good command of spoken and written English and Chinese (including Putonghua). Previous experience in administration and/or research grants management in tertiary education setting will be an advantage.  Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a written test. (Duration: 2 years, renewable)

(Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement placed on 2 Aug 2024 need not re-apply.)

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided.  A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract.

Application Procedure
In support of a green work environment, we accept applications submitted online only.  To apply, please complete an online application form through the HKUST Careers website (https://hkustcareers.ust.hk) and return it online to the Human Resources Office on or before Monday, 23 September 2024.  Applicants will receive an acknowledgement by email upon successful submission.  We thank applicants for their interest, but advise that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application.

(Information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes.  Applicants should read the Personal Information Collection Statement before submission of application.)

HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of 
inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.