Scientific Officer

This position is posted by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU). Job Ref: 260915002-IE 學系/部門：School of Fashion and Textiles Category: Management / Professional 截止日期：29 September 2026 Source: PolyU Careers Apply: https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/job_detail.php?job=260915002 ---

(Ref. 260915002-IE)

Duties

The appointee will be required to:

(a) oversee the daily operations, strategic setup, and development of the School’s physical testing, chemical testing, and material synthesis laboratories;

(b) operate, repair, calibrate, and maintain advanced testing instrumentation and facilities to support teaching, research, and consultancy activities;

(c) enforce safety standards, conduct regular chemical and equipment inventory checks, and ensure full compliance with laboratory safety protocols;

(d) assist in the teaching of related subjects and provide technical training to academic staff, students, and research personnel on laboratory equipment and procedures; and

(e) perform any other duties as assigned by the Dean of School or her delegates.

Qualifications

Applicants should:

(a) have a recognised degree in Fashion Technology, Textile Technology, or Materials Science and Engineering related disciplines or an equivalent qualification;

(b) have at least five years of relevant post-qualification experience in managing teaching and research facilities, laboratories and/or workshops operation;

(c) have strong communication and interpersonal skills;

(d) have a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese; and

(e) be able to work independently and under pressure as well as perform multi-tasks.

Preference will be given to those with higher academic qualifications in related disciplines.

Conditions of Service

A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Initial appointment will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract. Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement.

Consideration of applications will commence on 29 September 2026 until the position is filled.