Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations.
Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/.
Applications are now invited for the following post:
Assistant Manager I (Technology Transfer and Business Development) (Post Ref.: 26/207)
Assistant Manager I (Technology Transfer and Business Development)
Office of Research and Knowledge Transfer
(Post Ref.: 26/207)
Responsibilities
Develop and execute the University’s technology transfer (TT) and commercialisation strategies
Manage the University’s Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio, identify and protect the University’s inventions and innovations
Promote the University’s inventions and technologies to potential licensees, industry partners and government fund providers in Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland and beyond
Develop technology marketing initiatives, organise promotional events and marketing activities, prepare marketing and presentation materials
Work on licensing agreements and other commercialisation deals
Organise briefing and training sessions related to technology transfer
Co-ordinate and prepare reports and data as required
Develop and maintain the technology transfer website and database
Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor(s)
Requirements
A good Bachelor’s or higher degree
Substantial relevant working experience
Proven experience in TT, business development and event management
Sound knowledge in IP management and licensing
Solid experience in corporate report writing and compiling statistical reports
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in both verbal and written English and Chinese (including Putonghua)
Strong analytical and organisational skills
Travelling and site visits may be occasionally required
Salary and Fringe Benefits
The rank and commencing salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits, where applicable, include annual leave, medical and dental benefits and mandatory provident fund and gratuity.
Application Procedure
Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.
We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
| Job level |
Middle |
| Work Exp. |
7 Years |
| Education |
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| Location |
Tuen Mun |
| Employment type |
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| Industry |
Education / Training |
| Job function |
Education / Training - Others, Marketing / Public Relations - Management, Science / Lab / Research - Research & Development (R&D) |
| Job Ref. No. |
26/207 |
| Published On |
6 Aug 2026 |
