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:

Senior Administrative Officer

Division of Industrial Data Science

(Post Ref.: 26/135)

The appointee is expected to

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for academic planning and development, research and scholarly events, global engagement and knowledge transfer of the Division
• Handle research grant and project matters, involve coordination of research grant applications
• Provide support to the Person in Charge of Division in planning and development of the Division
• Serve on committees and other working groups and/or task forces
• Handle reimbursement and payments for academic staff members
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Person in Charge of Division or her delegates

Requirements

• A recognized degree plus at least four years of relevant post-qualification work experience, preferably in research administration within a higher education setting
• Excellent command of both written and spoken English and Chinese, and be able to communicate effectively in Putonghua and Cantonese
• Excellent liaison, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Display a high level of responsibility, independence and professionalism in managing multiple priorities
• Positive working attitude and the ability to work well as a team player

Salary and Benefits

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

Application Procedure (online application only)

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 start immediately and 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.