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IT Technician/Senior IT Assistant in the Department of Physics

Ref.: 526566

IT Technician/Senior IT Assistant in the Department of Physics (Ref.: 526566)

We are looking for an IT Technician/Senior IT Assistant to join the Department of Physics.

The Role

The appointee will be responsible for providing technical support to troubleshoot, monitor, maintain, and enhance the Department's IT resources. They will assist users with IT-related requests and handle IT administrative tasks. This may involve ensuring the proper functioning of all IT equipment and facilities, including PCs, servers, and HPC systems, as well as establishing and maintaining secure IT network environments. In addition, the appointee will handle the purchasing of new IT equipment, managing associated paperwork, and performing other assigned IT duties.

Qualifications and Qualities

A Bachelor’s degree in IT-related disciplines;
2 – 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience;
A good command of spoken and written English and Chinese (including Cantonese and Putonghua);
Comprehensive knowledge of various OS environments, such as Windows, Linux, MacOS, and others; experience in Linux web/DNS/mail server and HPC system configuration, administration and security protection is an advantage;
Ability to troubleshoot, monitor, maintain, and deploy PCs, servers, networks, and related IT facilities, and to provide users with technical guidance and support;
A good team player, self-motivated with a strong sense of responsibility and ethics; and
Good organizational, problem-solving, communication, and self-learning skills.

Those with lower qualification or less experience may be considered for appointment as Senior IT Assistant.

What We Offer

The appointment will be made on fixed-term full-time contract for 2 years, to commence as soon as possible with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, together with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 10% of basic salary. Other benefits include annual leave and medical benefits.

How to Apply

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 24 May 2024, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test and an interview.

Tenure-Track Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor (several posts) in the Department of Physics

Ref.: 523740

Tenure-Track Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor (several posts) in the Department of Physics (Ref.: 523740), to commence as soon as possible, on a three-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of renewal and with consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract, subject to satisfactory performance. Exceptionally outstanding candidates at Professor/Associate Professor level may be considered for appointment on tenure terms.

The Department of Physics has a large group of researchers working in physics and astronomy, with diverse research interests, including condensed matter physics, cold atom theory, photonics, astrophysics and astronomy, high energy and nuclear physics. Information about the Department can be obtained at https://www.physics.hku.hk/.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Physics or a closely related discipline, with a strong commitment to research and teaching. Applicants who conduct cutting-edge research that aligns with or is complementary to the current research of the Department, particularly in quantum information and cold atom experiments, are encouraged to apply. In addition to research, the successful candidate should also demonstrate strong abilities in undergraduate teaching and graduate research mentoring.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. A start-up package that is commensurate with the needs and experience of the appointee will be provided.

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload a covering letter, an up-to-date C.V., a research statement, a teaching statement and contact information of at least three referees. It is important to note that at least one of the referees should be able to comment, amongst other things, on the applicant’s research ability and his/her contribution to teaching or research in his/her department, while the remaining two should have knowledge of his/her recent academic or employment experience. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until June 30, 2024, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.