As a key member of HKUST Library’s Research & Learning Support team, dedicated to enhancing information literacy, research workflows, and academic success for students and researchers through innovative library services, the appointee will assist in:
- Designing, developing, and delivering engaging information and digital literacy learning programs face to face or online.
- Create appealing content for learning and community outreach, including videos, interactive games, quizzes, and posters.
- Collect and analyze library data, including learning assessments, to support evidence-based decision-making.
- Contribute to the organization and management of scholarly outputs and other research support services.
- RLS unit administration, including office management, library classes, information services, student helper supervision, and outreach activities.
Required Qualifications
Applicants must have:
- A bachelor’s degree with at least 3 years’ relevant work experience or a Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) or equivalent.
- Strong motivation, proactivity, and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Excellent written and spoken English; proficiency in Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua) is an advantage.
Desirable Qualifications
- Academic background or experience in creative media, or data analysis and visualization will be an advantage.
- Proficiency in graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva) and/or programming languages (e.g., Python) is highly desirable.
- A portfolio showcasing visuals, e-learning content, or related work is strongly preferred.
Candidates with a keen interest in information literacy, visual learning, information visualization, or research management and less experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered. (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.
Please apply on or before: 27 August 2025.
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HKUST is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to our core values of
inclusiveness, diversity, and respect.
