Job Title:       Manager
Department:  Research Office
Job ID:           4904

Job Posting Details

The appointee will administer research grants with duties including coordinating proposals review and monitoring submission to funding agencies; liaising with sponsors; organizing workshops/seminars; analyzing research data, and compiling reports. He/She will provide executive support to committees/task forces; work closely with relevant offices in developing research-related systems; supervise staff in execution of work, and take up ad hoc projects as assigned.  Experience in handling research grants and related matters is preferable.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree with at least 7 years of post-qualification experience, preferably in research administration and grant management in tertiary institutions. The ideal candidate should have good organization and communication skills; a strong sense of responsibility, and self-motivated.  He/She should be meticulous; detail-minded; multi-task oriented, and able to work independently in a dynamic working environment.  A good command of spoken and written English and Chinese is required.  Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a written test. (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 Friday, 4 October 2019.  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.