Teaching Associate
Department of Computer Science and Engineering
(Hong Kong Virtual University Project)
The appointee will be responsible for developing and managing the Chemists Online project, an e-learning program for the new senior secondary (NSS) supplement. The appointee is expected to play the role as an Assistant Program Manager and perform the following duties: assisting the management of the day-to-day operations of the program; supervising the development of the e-learning platform; liaising with various university departments and secondary schools on curriculum planning and program schedule; providing secretarial support to committees; preparing project reports and conducting evaluation of the program; managing admission and outreach promotion; organizing workshops, seminars and student activities; and any other duties as assigned. Working off campus and outside normal office hours on an occasional basis may be required.
Applicants should have a bachelor's degree plus at least 3 years of office and project administrative work experience; excellent command of English and Chinese; be a good team player with good interpersonal and communication skills, and be able to work independently. In addition, the appointee is expected to have a service-oriented mindset, a strong sense of responsibility and with initiative, and be attentive to details. Technical proficiency in web and internet technologies is desired. Familiarity with local education environment is an advantage. (Duration: 1-2 years, renewable)
Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided where applicable.
Application Procedure
Application forms are obtainable (a) by downloading from the University's homepage (www.ust.hk); or (b) by fax (2358 0700) or e-mail (); or (c) from the Souvenir Center in Room G027 of the University; or (d) by writing to the Human Resources Office, HKUST, Clear Water Bay, Kowloon, enclosing a stamped self-addressed envelope. Completed application forms should be returned to the Human Resources Office on or before Friday, 11 November 2011. We thank applicants for their interest, but advise that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application.
