Administrative Officer (Technology Transfer and Entrepreneurship), ORKT

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:

Administrative Officer (Technology Transfer and Entrepreneurship)
Office of Research and Knowledge Transfer
(Post Ref.: 26/126)

Responsibilities
• Manage the operation of entrepreneurship programmes, including handling enquiries, maintaining filing systems, and overseeing procurement and financial accounts
• Coordinate logistics for workshops, competitions, and related events
• Serve as a liaison between ORKT, University departments, students, and external partners
• Develop technology marketing initiatives; organise promotional events and marketing activities; and prepare marketing and presentation materials
• Coordinate the preparation of reports and data related to entrepreneurship programmes
• Maintain and update the database for Lingnan University Xcelerator (LUX) operations, including events, funding, and partner networks
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisors

Requirements
• A recognised degree in Sciences and Engineering with at least 3 years’ experience in business administration and operations
• Experience in organising marketing or promotional events
• A customer service oriented mindset with strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask effectively
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in both written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua)
• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem solving skills
• A passion for building and supporting innovative technology startups
• Travelling and site visits may be occasionally required
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
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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.