Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology
Executive Officer (two posts)
(Ref. 260601016-IE)
Duties
The appointees will be required to:
(a) lead the research team to provide comprehensive administrative support for research initiatives and postgraduate student admissions;
(b) oversee student admission process and ensure the accuracy and integrity of subject registration records;
(c) coordinate and organise departmental research seminars, workshops and other research-oriented academic activities;
(d) manage research attachment programs and coordinate the preparation of annual progress and departmental reports;
(e) review and provide administrative support for research grant proposals to ensure compliance with funding body requirements;
(f) provide professional secretarial and administrative support for departmental committees;
(g) supervise junior administrative staff; and
(h) perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Unit or his delegates.
Qualifications
Applicants should:
(a) possess a recognised degree with at least five years’ solid post-qualification administrative work experience at supervisory level, preferably in research administration in a tertiary institution;
(b) have a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese, including Putonghua;
(c) be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and other common office productivity tools;
(d) have good communication, interpersonal, organisational and analytical skills; and
(e) be proactive, able to work independently and multitask.
Applicants with less experience may be considered for appointment at a lower rank.
Shortlisted candidates may be invited to sit for a written test.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Initial appointment will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract. Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement.
Consideration of applications will commence on 8 June 2026 until the positions are filled.
Posting date: 1 June 2026