The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, working with more than 150 ophthalmologists and visual scientists in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland, is committed to advancing patient services, research, training and education to the highest possible standard in all major areas of ophthalmology and visual sciences. The Department has a strong track record and profile in international ophthalmology, and is dedicated to worthwhile community programmes and public education projects. The Department, always ‘in search of excellence’, is highly committed to supporting career development of all staff members.

The appointee(s) will (a) participate in and provide logistics support to community services and eye screening projects held on weekday evenings, Saturdays or Sundays; (b) assist in daily office operations; (c) conduct ophthalmic investigations in eye screening projects; and (d) perform other tasks as assigned. In-house training will be provided where appropriate.

Applicants should have (i) completed secondary education; (ii) Grade E/Level 2 or above in at least 5 subjects in HKCEE, including Chinese and English (Syllabus B); OR any combination of results in at least 5 HKDSE subjects (including Level 2 or above in Chinese and English): Level 2 or above in NSS subjects, “Attained” or above in ApL subjects (subject to a maximum of 2 subjects), and Grade E or above in Other Language subjects; (iii) fast and accurate English and Chinese word-processing skill; (iv) proficiency in computer applications, including MS PowerPoint and Excel; (v) a good command of spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua); and (vi) good interpersonal skills and telephone manners.

Applicants must submit copies of HKCEE/HKDSE certificates showing that they have fulfilled the language requirements and/or academic qualifications stated above, otherwise their applications may NOT be considered.

Appointment will initially be made on a 1- or 2-year contract, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement.

The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for this post.