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The University is inviting applications for the post of Director of Research Office (RO).
Key responsibilities include: (a) Administrative Support: oversee secretariat functions for University level research committees and working groups prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders manage research integrity, compliance matters, and governance processes for research units (b) Grants and Contracts: oversee the development, coordination, and administration of both internal and external research funding and project agreements (c) Team Management: supervise, support, and coach the RO team, fostering a collaborative and effective working environment (d) Cross-Unit Collaboration: work with Faculties, Departments/Schools, the Knowledge Transfer Office and other professional/ administrative units to support research related services and initiatives (e) Leadership: provide operational direction for the continual development and improvement of the RO, ensuring its work aligns with the University's overall mission and priorities and (f) any other duties as assigned.
Applicants should have (i) a good university degree (postgraduate qualification will be an advantage) (ii) at least ten years of post-qualification work experience at executive level in higher education/public sector; (iii) high proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua) (iv) solid experience as a manager of a team (v) strong analytical ability and problem-solving skills; (vi) excellent organisational and interpersonal skills (vii) ability to work under pressure; and (viii) sound computer literacy. Proven track record in management and development of research and impact would be an advantage.
Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for two years, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for a written test.
The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit .
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is a public research university in Shatin, Hong Kong, formally established in 1963 by a charter granted by the Legislative Council of Hong Kong. It is the territory's second-oldest university and was founded as a federation of three existing colleges – Chung Chi College, New Asia College and United College – the oldest of which was founded in 1949.
CUHK is organized into nine constituent colleges and eight academic faculties, and remains the only collegiate university in the territory. The university operates in both English and Chinese, although classes in most colleges are taught in English. Four Nobel laureates are associated with the university, and it is the only tertiary institution in Hong Kong with recipients of the Nobel Prize, Turing Award, Fields Medal and Veblen Prize sitting as faculty in residence.
Job ID: 143362601
