Hong Kong Baptist University 香港浸會大學招聘
Part-time Lecturer (various positions), Academy of Visual Arts
SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS
ACADEMY OF VISUAL ARTS
The Academy of Visual Arts (AVA) is the first-of-its-kind local institution in delivering Visual Arts education. The BA (Hons) in Visual Arts programme at AVA is a professional degree that focuses on intensive practice-led work in the visual arts supported by a thorough grounding in art history and critical theories. Through the programme, students have the opportunity to develop technical competencies, informed by aesthetic judgement and an understanding of the context in which contemporary work is created, rooted in the ever-shifting cultural climate of creative production in the studio and elsewhere.
Responsibilities:
The appointee is expected to teach Art History and Theory courses for visual arts students as well as non-major students at undergraduate level. Duties may also include supervision of students, marking of examination papers, and any other work as assigned by the Programme Director and Director of the Academy.
Requirements:
Applicants should have at least a master’s degree in a relevant discipline while candidates holding a PhD in Art History will be at a distinct advantage. Applicants should have significant university level teaching experience, excellent command of the English language, a good record of professional practice, knowledge of contemporary visual arts, and familiarity with broader issues and trends in the field.
Art History and Theory in the areas of:
Global Art of the 20th Century
Art History: Periods and Movements
Audio-Visual Practices in Media Arts
Printmaking
Glass Art
The initial appointment will be offered on a part-time basis commencing Jan 2028. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to performance review and course availability.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
FINANCE OFFICE
Purchasing Officer / Assistant Purchasing Officer (26270266)
The appointee is expected to perform daily procurement duties and the administration of the University’s Auxiliary Services (including carpool, mail and courier services).
Responsibilities:
Order processing, invitations to tender, sourcing of goods and services, quotation analyses;
Arrange and execute central tenders/quotations in compliance with University’s policies and regulations;
Coordinate closely with various user departments to finalise the tender specifications and requirements to fulfill users’ purchase requisitions;
Source potential suppliers for different products and services for tenders/quotations;
Conduct tender and quotation invitations, price analysis and reports etc.;
Responsible for administrative tasks including but not limited to insurance matters, supplier management, car pool service, messenger service, regular orders of pantry and office consumables, warehouse management etc.;
Make use of the University’s E-tender System for tenders/quotations, and Oracle System to issue purchase orders;
Arrange and attend site visits, tender interviews to deliver clear and precise tender requirements to suppliers and/or contractors; and
For any other duties assigned by Supervisors.
Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement or related disciplines with preferably 3 years of relevant work experience; Candidates with less experience may be considered for appointment at a lower rank;
A good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese;
Proficiency in MS Word and Excel;
A strong analytical mind and sense of commitment;
A courteous, tactful and service-oriented manner, with the ability to communicate effectively and provide responsive support to internal users and external suppliers;
Good initiative and interpersonal skills; and
Knowledge of Oracle Financials System and qualified membership in procurement management are definite advantages.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test and an interview.
The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract of two years. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
RESEARCH OFFICE
Manager (Research Impact and Assessment) (26270164)
The Research Office (RO) delivers central administrative services across a broad spectrum of research support, including grants and funding schemes, research ethics, integrity and policy, research committees, research culture and infrastructure, and institution-level partnerships and collaborations.
We are seeking a dynamic, meticulous and data-literate professional to join our team as Manager. Reporting to senior management, the appointee will lead the University’s work on Research Assessment Exercises (RAEs) and research impact.
Responsibilities:
Lead RAE-related work, including internal reviews of research outputs, impact and research environment, submission planning and preparation, data validation and analysis, training, and stakeholder liaison;
Lead regular internal RAE in collaboration with Faculties/ Schools;
Serve as the secretary of RAE-related working groups/ task forces;
Develop and operate the University’s database for research outputs, impact and related information across RAE cycles — covering data requirements, workflows, validation, quality assurance, reporting and dashboards;
Facilitate the identification, development and dissemination of research impact case studies;
Partially support the administration of research grants and funding schemes, and assist in developing related policies, systems and processes; and
Carry out ad hoc tasks as assigned.
Requirements:
A good bachelor’s degree or above, preferably with postgraduate qualifications;
Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, preferably in the higher education sector; direct experience supporting an RAE, REF or comparable research assessment exercise would be an advantage;
Experience managing datasets or databases and a high level of IT literacy;
Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese, including Putonghua);
Good project management, analytical and writing skills; and
Strong sense of responsibility, meticulous, detailed-minded and able to multitask with the help of AI tools.
The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract of two years. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.