Research Admin & Operations Specialist

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

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