Job Description

Research Administrative Manager/ Assistant Research Administrative Manager (at the rank of Administrative Assistant II/ Executive Officer) in the Research Administration and Development Office (RADO) (Ref.: 536207) (to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 10% of basic salary, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability)

Reporting to the Office of Vice-President & Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research), the RADO team will support the advancement of research-related administration at the University, devise and implement strategies to streamline the existing workflows, build relationships with administrative offices and academic units to promote research culture, and provide operational support and advice to new professoriate staff at the University.

Responsibilities:

• Assist new professoriate staff to liaise with relevant administrative offices and units to facilitate the setting up and settling-in of research work at the University, including but not limited to grant applications, transfer of existing grants, laboratory setup, appointment of research personnel, purchase of research equipment, etc.;
• Recommend improvements to the existing operational workflow, and to develop effective/creative strategies to streamline and optimize the existing work procedures to support research activities;
• Lead or participate in ad-hoc projects; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• A good university degree, preferably in Business Administration, Social Sciences or related disciplines;
• Solid work experience in financial management, process re-engineering, and/or digital transformation, of which at least 3-5 years should be at supervisory level;
• An excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua);
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, collaborative and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to multi-task effectively and independently in a large, complex and sophisticated organization;
• Energetic, approachable, customer-oriented and self-motivated;
• High integrity and with a strong sense of responsibility; and
• Previous exposure in the university setting and knowledge of research administration would be highly preferred.

Those with less relevant experience may be considered for appointment as Assistant Research Administrative Manager.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.

The University only accepts online application for this post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will commence on May 26, 2026 and continue until June 10, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.