Technical Officer / Senior Technical Assistant / Senior Laboratory Assistant in the Department of Physics (Ref: 533399) (to commence as soon as possible thereafter on a two-year fixed-term basis with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme totaling up to 10% of basic salary with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance)
Applicants should possess a Bachelors Degree or above in Physical Sciences Electronic/Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline with at least 2 to 5 years of technical support experience. Applicants should have good communication skills a strong sense of responsibility passion and interest in instrumentation and machining and be well adapted to teamwork. Experience in providing technical support to physical science or engineering laboratory will be advantageous. Holders of an Associate Degree or a Higher Diploma with relevant experience are also welcome to apply. Those with less qualification and experience may be considered for appointment as Senior Technical Assistant or Senior Laboratory Assistant.
The appointee will be responsible for maintaining of research facilities a small workshop in the Department teaching laboratories apparatus repairs; and handling reimbursement collaborating with several experimental teams across various fields of Physics and will also perform any other duties as assigned. Technical officer will also supervise the technician team.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until November 14 2025 or until the post is filled whichever is earlier.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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