Technical Officer (Research Laboratories) (Job ID: 10223)

Department: Department of Physics

Job ID: 10223

Job Posting Details

The Department of Physics is now seeking accountable, curious and studious candidates to fill the position of a Technical Officer.  The role is instrumental in supporting our faculty, researchers, and students in their scientific endeavours.

Job responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on technical support to research groups.
• Oversee and offer in-depth equipment/instrument support: such as troubleshooting, repairing, calibration, alignment, operation, assembly and/or design.
• Laboratories housekeeping for designated research groups.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
• Manage laboratory resources, including inventory and procurement.
• Maintain laboratory safety to adhere to the University's safety requirements.
• Handle ad hoc job requests from supervisors.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in physics or relevant disciplines.
• Preference will go to candidates with knowledge and/or hands-on technical experience of Physics-related systems (e.g., ultra-high vacuum, cryogenic, acoustic, laser, optical, microscopy, cleanroom, digital signal processing/acquisition, programming etc.). Multiple competencies are desirable.
• Post-qualification experience in a technical role within a physics research or educational environment is preferred.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua).
• Basic knowledge and proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications.

(Duration: 2 years, renewable)

(Applicants responding to the previous advertisement 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 Wednesday, 9 October 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.

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