Assistant Technical Officer (Research Laboratories)

The Department of Physics is currently seeking a responsible, curious and studious candidate to join us as an Assistant Technical Officer. This position provides technical and administrative support to various research groups in the Department. On-the-job technical training will be provided.

Job responsibilities:

• Provide promptly hands-on technical and administrative support to various research groups in the department.
• Undertake daily laboratory operations, including safety, housekeeping, inventory, and procurement.
• Offer support to research related equipment/instruments: such as installation, troubleshooting, repairing, calibration, alignment, operation and design.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient task completion in a timely manner.
• Perform ad-hoc duties as assigned by the supervisors.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Higher Diploma or above in science or engineering discipline.
• Post-qualification experience in a research or academic environment is preferred. Fresh graduates will also be considered.
• Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge and/or hands-on technical experience in Physics-related systems (e.g., ultra-high vacuum, cryogenic, acoustic, laser, optical, microscopy, cleanroom, digital signal processing/acquisition, programming etc.). Proficiency in multiple systems is desirable.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua).
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

(Duration: 2 years, renewable)

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided. A gratuity will be payable upon successful completion of contract.

Application Procedure

In support of a green work environment, we accept applications submitted online only.  To apply, please complete an online application form through the HKUST Careers website (https://hkustcareers.ust.hk) and return it online to the Human Resources Office on or before Wednesday, 18 June 2025.  Applicants will receive an acknowledgement by email upon successful submission.  We thank applicants for their interest, but advise that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application.

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