The Library is inviting applications for the following positions:
- Systems Project Assistant (Systems & Digital Services)
- Student Helper (Resource Management)
- Student Helper (Access Services)
Systems Project Assistant (Systems & Digital Services)
Part-time appointments from January – May 2026.
Duties
The Library launched a GPT-based chatbot on its homepage and need to keep improve/fine tuning. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to assist in evaluate the chatbot’s responses based on user feedback and migrate to new Library Homepage System. The successful candidate will work closely with library IT staff. Duties include but not limited to:
- Fine tune and improve the chatbot performance/result from user feedback and behaviour.
- Help to migrate and integrate current chatbot to new Library system.
- Create new web scrapper program for new Library Homepage content to Chatbot knowledge.
- Participating in deep technical development tasks to improve chatbot services if the appointee possesses sufficient IT programming skills.
- Other IT related projects in Library.
Highly Desirable Qualities
Applicant has experience and knowledge on API framework, LangChain, Python, PHP, CSS and JavaScript will be an advantage. A creative mind and being user-oriented are essential qualities. Expecting excellent communication and collaboration skills, ability to work independently, can take initiative and strong problem-solving skills.
Salary
HK$68 per hour (Maximum 10 hours/week)
Application
Please submit your CV by email (lbmartin@ust.hk) before 30 Jan 2026 (Fri). Review of candidates will begin shortly and continue until the vacancies are filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified to attend an interview.
Student Helper (Resource Management)
Part-time appointments from January – 29 May 2026.
Duties
- Assist in updating and verifying records in the library system
- Checking access of library e-resources and records
- Unpacking/checking incoming materials, scanning invoices and filing
- End-processing library materials, e.g., stamp and label
- Assist in the preparation of journal binding
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Good command of Chinese and knowledge in 漢語拼音 & Chinese inputting
- Good command of English
- Responsible, well organized, attention to details and ability to work accurately
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word
- Experience in searching Library Discovery Tool, databases and Internet
Salary
HK$68 per hour (maximum 17 hrs/week in Jan, maximum 10 hrs/wk in Feb-May)
Application
Submit the application form and CV by email (lbcat@ust.hk) or in person (Library, 1/F Room 1346, attn: Ms Mary Yeung) by Monday, 5 January 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the interview.
Student Helper (Access Services)
Part-time appointments from 1 February – 31 May 2026.
Duties
- Provide service at the G/F Service Counter. Duties include checking out and checking in library materials, monitoring access gate, answering general enquiries, helping users to search books and tidying up at library closing.
- Work on library floors for other Access Services duties, including shelving, shelf-reading, patrolling, handling newspapers, and providing LC helpdesk services.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Good communication, interpersonal skills and team spirit
- Strong sense of responsibility
- Work regular hours weekly
Available working time slots
- Mon-Fri: 9am-12noon / 2pm-5pm / 3pm-5pm / 9:15pm-11:15pm
- Sat: 9am-12noon / 5:15pm-9:15pm
- Sun: 10am-1pm / 6:15pm-9:15pm
Salary
HK$68 per hour (maximum 10 hours per week)
Application
Application form may be obtained at the G/F Service Counter or by downloading this form.
Return the completed form and tentative class time-table to the Service Counter or e-mail to Ms Julia Liu (lbcirc@ust.hk) on or before Wednesday, 31 December 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be notified to attend an interview.
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