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Objectives & Key Responsibilities
 
HKSTP is devoted to driving the development of a vibrant I&T ecosystem in Hong Kong. With the strong resources & support from the government recently, our role is even significant. In view of the rapid expansion & continuous growth of the Company, we are looking for a seasoned candidate to support the Chief Commercial Officer in formulating strategies to identify partnership opportunities with global leading universities & research institutes. He/she is expected to take key responsibilities outlined below:-
 

• Lead the university & institution partnership programmes to connect with renowned universities and research institutes worldwide with objectives to create and bring in commercialization and entrepreneurship opportunities
• Develop engagement strategies and execute the plans for prospect institutions and projects
• Build and maintain good relationships with high-tech companies, industry leaders, universities, institutions, start-up communities, incubators, government authorities, etc. to build the pipeline of business opportunities and facilitate partnership formation in Hong Kong Science Park 
• Have good knowledge of innovation landscape, public and private funding mechanism, policies and practice
• Keep abreast of technology trends & other market intelligence and transform them into business opportunities
• Chair the marketing activities including delegation visits to promote HKSP as an innovation and technology hub
• Support other initiatives of the business development team and perform such other duties as assigned by the Chief Commercial Officer
   

Requirements

• Holder of university degree preferably in Engineering- or Science-related subjects; post-graduate degree preferred;
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in new business development, of which at least 5 years in managerial level; 
• Experience in working in universities is a definite advantage
• Extensive network with high-tech companies, industries, especially with academia;
• A deep understanding of the global technology landscape; A vision for emerging technologies and experienced in technology transfer/ commercialization of Biomedical Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Smart City, Fintech, Advanced Materials Manufacturing is desirable;
• Knowledgeable about government policies and incentives for I&T development
• Strong business acumen and leadership skills with excellent command of spoken/written English and Mandarin;
• Personal attributes: versatile and dynamic, mature and entrepreneurial flair with excellent interpersonal & influencing skills; passionate with can-do attitude;

We offer market competitive compensation, 5-day work week and generous benefits including medical and life insurance.  To apply, please send your full resume with current and expected salary to the Human Resources & Office Administration Department, Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation, 5/F, Building 5E, 5 Science Park East Avenue, Hong Kong Science Park, Hong Kong or, by email  on or before 7 April 2019.   Please quote the reference number on the email subject/envelope and the application letter. 

Personal data provided will be treated in strict confidence and used for recruitment purpose only.  All personal data collected will be used strictly in accordance with employer’s personal data policies, you can access to HKSTP’s Personal Information Collection Statement at https://www.hkstp.org/hkstp_web/en/hkstp/personal-information-collection-statement-recruitment

Applicants not invited for interview within four weeks after application deadline may consider their applications unsuccessful.  Personal data of unsuccessful applicants will be retained for a maximum of two years.

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