Vice President (Research and Innovation)
Tung Wah College
Established by Tung Wah Group of Hospitals (“TWGHs”) in 2010, Tung Wah College (TWC) is a self-financing degree-granting institution registered under the Post Secondary Colleges Ordinance (Cap.320). Following the educational ideals of TWGHs and leveraging on its renowned strengths and expertise, TWC aims to provide high quality tertiary education to nurture competent, socially responsible and caring professionals for the benefits of society.
With the staunch support of TWGHs, TWC has been developing rapidly and built up a niche in healthcare education. It is the first self-financing tertiary institution offering five professionally accredited degrees to train nurses and allied health professionals such as medical laboratory technologists, occupational therapists radiation therapists and physiotherapists. Besides, the College is also the first institution registered under Cap. 320 offering early childhood education degree and higher diploma programmes to train qualified kindergarten teachers and childcare professionals.
Currently, TWC has 4 schools (namely School of Arts and Humanities, School of Management, School of Medical and Health Sciences, and School of Nursing) running a total of 19 degree, sub-degree, diploma and certificate programmes in several disciplines. It has a student population of around 5,000 in 2025/2026 and nurtured more than 7,200 graduates since its inception in 2010.
Being a young and vibrant institution, TWC aspires to become a leading private university in the long term. It is planning to launch a number of new programmes, strengthen teaching and learning facilities and quality, and enhance research capability etc. in coming years. To cope with its continuous development, we are now inviting highly qualified candidates to fill the following post:
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership in developing and implementing TWC’s research and innovation agenda, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities, emerging trends, and societal needs. Foster a culture of research excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovation across faculties and administrative units, enhancing the College’s overall research profile and impact. Collaborate closely with the President and senior leadership to advance institutional priorities, including advising on research, innovation, and knowledge transfer strategies. Oversee the establishment and management of research centres, innovation hubs, and technology transfer initiatives, with emphasis on applied, industry-driven outcomes. Strengthen research capacity by supporting faculty and staff in securing external funding, developing research competencies, and ensuring robust research administration, compliance, and reporting frameworks. Promote knowledge transfer, commercialization, and entrepreneurship, including the development of intellectual property, startups, and industry partnerships. Build and sustain strategic partnerships with industry, government, academia, and community stakeholders locally and internationally, enhancing the College’s visibility and influence. Oversee governance, policies, and compliance in research and innovation, ensuring adherence to ethical standards, regulatory requirements, and effective risk management. Manage research and innovation resources, including budgets, infrastructure, and talent development, to support sustainable growth and institutional ambitions. Advocate for TWC’s research achievements through effective communications and engagement with funding bodies and stakeholders.
Qualifications and Experience Required
Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline, with academic standing at full professorial level or equivalent experience. Substantial experience in research leadership and academic administration within the tertiary education sector, with a demonstrated ability to build and enhance institutional research capacity and culture. Proven track record in developing and leading research and innovation initiatives, including securing external funding, managing complex programmes, and delivering impactful outcomes. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster collaboration across disciplines and build effective partnerships with academic, industry, and community stakeholders. Demonstrated understanding of the higher education landscape and relevant industry environment, with the ability to align research and innovation strategies to institutional and societal priorities. Recognised research profile with evidence of academic and/or professional achievement in the relevant field. Strategic, innovative, and collaborative leadership style, with high integrity and strong commitment to research excellence and institutional development. Excellent communication skills, with proficiency in English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua preferred).
Application
A fixed-term contract will be offered, with the possibility of renewal subject to performance. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Any interested party may apply by letter setting out in detail why the applicant considers himself or herself suitable for the position, together with a full curriculum vitae, to be sent to Mr. TT Ho of Korn Ferry International (HK) Ltd, 15/F, St George’s Building, 2 Ice House Street, Central, Hong Kong or by email to TWC-VP@kornferry.com. Review of applications will commence from 26 May 2026 and will continue until the post is filled. For enquiries, please call Mr. TT Ho on (852) 2971 2700.
The College reserves the right to fill or not to fill the post. Applicants who are not contacted by the College 6 months after the application deadline may consider their applications unsuccessful.
Application Deadline: Until the position(s) is/are filled
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