The appointee will be required to: 

• be part of the task force to compile sales and commercial package for center developed systems and innovations (related to chemical treatment mainly) including system overview, technical manual, operation manual and related material for system sales kits;
• work with the team and clients to optimize and commercialize the existing system;
• work with vendors on technical development and price negotiations on system equipment;
• provide technical support to the Business Development team on client inquiry;
• support other R&D projects – performing experiments, data acquisition and reports preparation;
• assist R&D researchers and personnel on daily operation in order to enhance research activities;
• coordinate with local and overseas universities, research institutions and business partners, and handle enquiries in a professional manner;
• travel on an as-needed basis;
• perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• A recognized degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Chemical Technology, Material Science, Biochemistry or a related discipline, master’s degree or above is a plus but not a must;
• 3 or more years of research/ relevant work experience; preferably in commercial engineering environment and Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC);
• strong business acumen; preferably with technical development and client facing experience;
• highly-organized and capable of working under pressure with multi-task assignments;
• good writing skill in English and Chinese;
• good interpersonal skills; and
• fluent in both written and spoken English and Chinese, with good command of Putonghua being an advantage.

Applicants should state their current and expected salary in the application. Salary offered will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment will be offered on a contract basis, re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement.