HKUST Library Job Vacancy

Assistant Computer Officer / Project Assistant

The appointee will be responsible for implementing an IT infrastructure to support knowledge transfer operations in the Research and Development Branch and the University's Library.

Duties
He/She will assist in establishing a scholarly publication repository system; development of web-based programs and APIs; and customization of open-source software and harvest metadata. The appointee will work in the Library to implement the system. Knowledge of institutional repository software, experience in implementing library systems running on Apache web server, MySQL data source; and skills of searching scholarly indexes and electronic resources are preferred.

Requirements
Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in computer science/engineering or related areas with strong programming skills in PHP, Perl, Java, and AJAX. He/She should be a good team player, proactive and be able to work independently. Appointee is expected to have sufficient relevant working experience. Those with less experience may be appointed as Project Assistant. (Duration: 1 year, renewable)

Salary
Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits including annual leave, medical and dental benefits will be provided.

Application
Application forms are obtainable (a) by downloading from the University's homepage ; or (b) by fax (2358 0700) or e-mail (careers@ust.hk); 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 Sunday, 18 July 2010. We thank applicants for their interest, but advise that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the result of the application.