Assistant Manager - Office of the Vice-President for Research & Development

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 357,000 - 513,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Gratuity

Job summary

The Office of the Vice-President for Research and Development at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is seeking a highly motivated administrator to join the team. You will support supervisors in daily HR, finance and research administration tasks, prepare documents, manage budgets and procurement, and liaise with stakeholders.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree with at least five years of post-qualification experience, preferably in tertiary institutions or

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Strong sense of responsibility is expected.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua).

Responsibilities

• Assists supervisors with daily HR, finance and research administration duties including document preparation, budget and account administration and procurement.
• Liaises with internal and external stakeholders on research-related matters.
• Provides administrative and secretarial support to committees and meetings.
• Supports events and activities such as seminars, lectures, workshops, conferences and visits.
• Performs general office administration duties.
• Undertakes other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills (English/Chinese)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Department: Office of the Vice-President for Research and Development

Job Posting Details

The Office of the Vice-President for Research and Development is seeking a highly motivated person to join our team. The key responsibilities include:

• supporting supervisors in daily Human Resources, Finance and Research Administration duties, including document preparation, budget and account administration and procurement;
• liaising with internal and external stakeholders on research-related matters;
• providing administrative and secretarial support to committees and meetings;
• supporting events and activities such as seminars, lectures, workshops, conferences and visits;
• performing general office administration duties; and
• undertaking other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of post-qualification work experience, preferably in tertiary institutions, or research-related offices. The ideal candidates should have excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, and a strong sense of responsibility. They should be able to work independently and flexibly with excellent communication skills in written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua).

(Duration: 2 years, renewable)

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.

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