Job Title:         Assistant Manager
Department:    Department of Mathematics
Job ID:             5276

Job Posting Details

The capable and self-motivated Assistant Manager is expected to provide assistance to the Principal Investigator/Director and affiliated members of the Center for Ocean Research in Hong Kong and Macau as well as to a Theme Based Research Scheme project funded by the government on ocean research, to promote the project/center developments through full-scale administration and management of all aspects of the project operations. His/Her duties will include: 

• Comprehensive management of the project/center which includes rendering end-to-end administrative coordination and support to research projects, planning and monitoring project deliverables, compiling data for reports in accordance with the project scope and timeline, and preparing publicity materials/website to promote project/center developments;
  
  
• Overseeing the project/center budget by planning and monitoring budget transaction, assisting in project procurement and financial management against budgetary outline, and handling the respective administration to support the execution of the project/center;
  
  
• Planning and execution of logistical decision to field survey in the ocean and events organization including the promotion of events, personnel appointment, travel arrangement and scheduling pertaining to the project initiatives; and
  
  
• Coordination with vendors on procurement, and liaison with both external and internal units for project deliverables.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s (or higher) degree in any discipline, with preference in scientific management/business administration/marketing/communication or other related disciplines. They should have at least 3 years of post-qualification work experience, preferably in large-scale research or project administration. They should be a good team player, service-oriented, able to work independently, and competent with interpersonal and communication skills. They should be proficient in written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua). Good command of MS Office and spreadsheet skills is also required. Knowledge in use of web will be an advantage. Appointment may alternatively be considered as Officer depending on the candidacy of the applicants. (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.

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, 22 April 2020. 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.