To assist the Senior Programme Manager in : (a) providing technical advice and support on materials-related fields; (b) conducting technical assessment on funding applications and monitoring the implementation of the approved research and development projects; (c) providing secretariat and technical support to the technology committees/project assessment panels; (d) providing technical support on technology-related matters such as preparing briefs for senior officials in attending meetings; assisting in collaboration with the academic, research and business sectors; (e) providing advice on the emerging and advanced technological development of the local and overseas industries in the related fields; and (f) performing other duties in relation to promotion of innovation and technology.

Candidates should have – (a) a Master degree in materials science and engineering, nanotechnology, or related disciplines from a Hong Kong university, or equivalent. A Bachelor degree in chemistry, physics, materials science and engineering from a Hong Kong university or equivalent with substantial experience in the materials-related fields may also be considered; (b) good oral and written communication skills in Cantonese and English, with Level 2 or above in both Chinese Language and English Language in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination or Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination, or equivalent (see Note); (c) at least 3 years’ post-qualification experience in the materials-related fields for candidates with a master degree; or at least 6 years’ post-qualification experience in the materials-related fields for candidates with a degree. Experience in assessing the technical and commercial merits of projects in the related fields, project management, fund administration, etc. is preferred; (d) well-organized, strong sense of responsibility, and good interpersonal and communication skill with people at all levels; and (e) in-depth knowledge in the various emerging and advanced technologies in nanotechnology, materials-related technologies in displays, lighting, photovoltaics, batteries, organic electronics, etc.