Manager (Technology Transfer and Entrepreneurship), ORKT

Hong Kong, China

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Posted on: 6/3/2026

Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations.

Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/.

Applications are now invited for the following post:

Manager (Technology Transfer and Entrepreneurship)

Office of Research and Knowledge Transfer

(Post Ref.: 26/168)

Responsibilities

Manage the startup funding programs with collaboration with partners in the entrepreneurship ecosystem
Design and implement training programs (e.g., market, venture finance), workshops, and mentorship initiatives.
Proactively engage with faculty members and research teams across academic departments to identify inventions, technical achievements, and research results with commercial potential
Conduct technical and commercial assessments of emerging technologies
Cultivate relationships with industry, investment partners, and government bodies to create partnership opportunities and raise external funding.
Research government subsidies, grants, and incentive policies for startups
Support tech commercialization activities and business development initiatives
Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisors

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree or above in Sciences and Engineering with at least 10 years’ experience, and a postgraduate degree is preferred
Experience in commercial setting for 3-5 years. I&T startup experience is advantageous
Proven experience in project management or business development
Demonstrated success in managing strategic initiatives, partnerships, and funding opportunities
Strong sense of identifying research output for commercialisation
Outcome-driven in fast-paced environment with strong organizational, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
Familiarity with local and regional entrepreneurial ecosystem, funding mechanisms, and incubation models
Experience in intellectual property commercialization and/or venture capital is a plus
Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua)
Travelling and site visits may be occasionally required

Candidate with less experience will be considered for the position at the rank of Assistant Manager

Salary and Fringe Benefits

The rank and commencing salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits, where applicable, include annual leave, medical and dental benefits and mandatory provident fund and gratuity.

Application Procedure

Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Lingnan University is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Moreover, the anti-discrimination laws in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (namely Sex Discrimination Ordinance, Disability Discrimination Ordinance, Family Status Discrimination Ordinance and Race Discrimination Ordinance) forbid discrimination and victimization in employment on the grounds of sex, marital status, pregnancy, disability, family status, race and the like. It is unlawful to decide against a candidate on the aforesaid grounds.

Enquiries: recruit@LN.edu.hk

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