Executive Officer

This position is posted by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU). Job Ref: 260611004-IE 學系/部門：Department of Food Science and Nutrition Category: Management / Professional 截止日期：18 June 2026 Source: PolyU Careers Apply: https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/job_detail.php?job=260611004 ---

(Ref. 260611004-IE)

Duties

The appointee will be required to:

(a) lead the research team to provide comprehensive administrative support for research initiatives and postgraduate student admissions;

(b) oversee student admission process and ensure the accuracy and integrity of subject registration records;

(c) coordinate and organise departmental research seminars, workshops and other research-oriented academic activities;

(d) manage research attachment programs and coordinate the preparation of annual progress and departmental reports;

(e) review and provide administrative support for research grant proposals to ensure compliance with funding body requirements;

(f) provide professional secretarial and administrative support for departmental committees;

(g) supervise junior administrative staff; and

(h) perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Unit or his delegates.

Qualifications

Applicants should:

(a) possess a recognised degree with at least five years’ post-qualification administrative work experience, preferably in research administration in a tertiary institution;

(b) have a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese, including Putonghua;

(c) be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and other common office productivity tools;

(d) have good communication, interpersonal, organisational and analytical skills; and

(e) be proactive, able to work independently and multitask.

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 18 June 2026 until the position is filled.