Executive Officer I/II in the College of Computing

CityU Enterprises Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

City University of Hong Kong invites applications for the role of Executive Officer I/II in the College of Computing (Ref. R/334/26). The successful candidate will help plan, establish and operate the Computing Research Centre and Institute, coordinating government funding and industry partnerships.

Candidates should hold a recognised postgraduate degree with 5–7 years of relevant experience, and have strong organisation, communication and bilingual skills in English and Chinese.

Qualifications

• A recognised postgraduate degree, with at least 5-7 years’ relevant working experience.
• Proven experience in research institutes, universities or other similar environments; experience in setting up new research institutes is preferred.
• Relevant working experience in AI, quantum technologies, or other emerging technology and research ecosystems;
• Solid experience in research project management, government funding applications, research collaboration or industry partnership development;
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua);
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks independently and effectively;
• Familiarity with developments in the research and innovation sectors in Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, establishment and operational set-up of the Computing Research Centre and Institute;
• Coordinate the preparation, submission and administration of government funding applications, collaborative research proposals and industry partnership projects;
• Assist in introducing and integrating relevant resources, and promoting exchanges and cooperation with various institutions;
• Support office administration and manage the day-to-day operations of the Computing Research Centre and Institute;
• Coordinate meetings, academic events, visits and external engagement activities; and
• Undertake special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Organisational skills

Communication

Bilingual English/Chinese

Education

Postgraduate degree

Job description

Addr 17/F, Lau Ming Wai Academic Building,
City University of HK,
83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, HK

Executive Officer I/II in the College of Computing[Ref. R/334/26]

The College of Computing is seeking a high-calibre candidate with excellent organisational, coordination and project management skills, together with relevant operational experience, to support the planning, establishment and operation of the Computing Research Centre and Institute.

Duties

• Assist in the planning, establishment and operational set-up of the Computing Research Centre and Institute;
• Coordinate the preparation, submission and administration of government funding applications, collaborative research proposals and industry partnership projects;
• Assist in introducing and integrating relevant resources, and promoting exchanges and cooperation with various institutions;
• Support office administration and manage the day-to-day operations of the Computing Research Centre and Institute;
• Coordinate meetings, academic events, visits and external engagement activities; and
• Undertake special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A recognised postgraduate degree, with at least 5-7 years’ relevant working experience;
• Proven experience in research institutes, universities or other similar environments; experience in setting up new research institutes is preferred.
• Relevant working experience in AI, quantum technologies, or other emerging technology and research ecosystems;
• Solid experience in research project management, government funding applications, research collaboration or industry partnership development;
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua);
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks independently and effectively; and
• Familiarity with developments in the research and innovation sectors in Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland would be an advantage.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a written test.

Salary and Conditions of Service

Remuneration package will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract; fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes.

Information and Application

Further information on the posts and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk , or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong [Email : [e-mail] /Fax : [phone] or 3442 0311].

The closing date is 9October2026 . Applications will receive full consideration and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The University’s privacy policy is available on the homepage.

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