Assistant Librarian/Assistant Manager (Research and Learning Support) (Job ID: JR100295) 

HKUST Library is seeking a motivated and energetic candidate to join our Research Support team, with an emphasis on research output management.

The successful candidate will work in a team environment and coordinate with staff in other university units to support the research and scholarly communication needs of the HKUST community, enhance the visibility of HKUST’s research, and contribute to the university’s strategic goals in research excellence.

The appointee will participate in a wide range of duties and initiatives, including:

• Lead a team of library staff and student workers to validate the university's research output in PURE; oversee the library's thesis processing workflow; and manage the deposit workflow in the institutional repository.
• Manage the university's open access publishing agreement tokens and handle related queries.
• Contribute to the library's research data management efforts in processing and preserving data.
• Assist in collecting and analysing bibliometric data, assessment data, etc. to support the library’s research and information literacy efforts.
• Contribute to the administration and logistics of the Research and Learning Support unit, including office management, information services, supervising student helpers, and other duties as assigned.

Required: Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of relevant work experience.  The appointee should be motivated, proactive, able to multitask, and work well in a rapidly changing environment. The appointee should be a good communicator and a team player with excellent written and spoken English; Proficiency in Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua) is an advantage.

Desirable: A master’s degree in library science (MLS) or other relevant degree. Academic background or work experience in emerging trends in research and scholarly communications including open access, scholarly publishing, and data management and analytics will be an advantage. Proficiency in programming tools (e.g. python, “vibe coding”) or in graphical design tools (such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, etc.) are highly preferred. (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 Friday, 10 April 2026.  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.

Assistant Officer (Collection Development) (Job ID: JR100290)

Collection Development is a major functional unit at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Library which oversees the development and management of library information resources. The appointee at Assistant Officer rank will perform a wide range of duties including:

• Compile collection statistics reports at scheduled intervals
• Design and run analytics reports on demand
• Generate usage reports of electronic resources
• Maintain both internal and public departmental webpages
• Perform bibliographic checking
• Process book gifts and liaise with donors
• Assist in thematic book displays, weeding exercises, and other duties as assigned
• Shift counter duties

The appointee must be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, willing to cross-train in multiple skills, and possess competency in MS Office applications. Knowledge in advanced MS Excel functions, AI tools, and/or Ex Libris Alma is a definite advantage. Shortlisted candidates are required to take a written test.

Applicants should have at least 5 passes including English (min. Grade C if Syllabus A or level 2 if results were obtained from 2007 onwards) and Chinese in the HKCEE; or 5 subjects, including English Language and Chinese Language, attaining level 2 or above (or equivalent) in the HKDSE with relevant academic library working experience. (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 Thursday, 9 April 2026. 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.