Research Manager

Job Responsibilities

1. Establishment and Improvement of Research Management System

• Develop and continuously improve the full life-cycle management system for research projects (application, process, funding, completion, archiving, etc.).
• Prioritize the establishment and optimization of management systems for research (technology transfer) , including IP management, outcome evaluation, transfer procedures, benefit distribution, contract review, etc.
• Lead the formulation of management systems for research platform construction and operation (e.g., application, construction, assessment, open-access mechanisms for key labs and other internal/joint platforms).
• Regularly track the latest national and local policies, dynamically adjust the system to ensure compliance and forward-looking approach.

2. Research Project Application and Management

• Oversee the application, follow-up services, and full-process management of science & technology and social science projects at national, provincial, and municipal levels (progress, funding, interim review, changes, final acceptance, etc.).
• Organize the review of research outcomes after project completion to provide a pipeline for technology transfer.

3. Technology Transfer Management

• Responsible for the screening, evaluation, promotion, and implementation of technology transfer (including patent assignment, licensing, equity contribution, technical development/consulting/services, etc.).
• Liaise with enterprises, investment institutions, technology transfer centers, and other external resources to promote industry-university-research collaboration and the realization of scientific outcomes.
• Organize the negotiation, signing, filing, and benefit distribution implementation of technology transfer contracts.
• Regularly collect and report technology transfer data to support evaluations by higher authorities.

4. Research Platform Construction and Management

• Lead the application, justification, project initiation, and mid-term/acceptance evaluation of various research platforms at all levels.
• Responsible for the daily operation management, equipment sharing, open project setup, and performance self-assessment of established platforms.
• Coordinate resources across internal colleges and external partner institutions to improve platform construction and output efficiency.
• Promote platform services for discipline development, talent training, and social service.

5. Government Liaison and External Relations

• Assist and lead the liaison, communication, coordination, and reporting with government departments at all levels (science & technology, social science, education, etc.).
• Actively maintain and expand cooperation relationships with universities, research institutes, enterprises, industry associations, and other internal/external partners.

6. Document Drafting and General Support

• Responsible for drafting various official documents, reports, applications, summaries, system files, leadership speeches, etc., in both Chinese and English.
• Complete other tasks assigned by the presidium.

Key Requirements

• Master's degree or above; preference for candidates with a background in science or engineering. Familiarity with university research management models and awareness of global research trends; relevant research background preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in university research management, including at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Solid knowledge of national and local research management policies, fund regulations; strong writing skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Chinese and English.
• Strong coordination, communication, execution, and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• High professional integrity and sense of responsibility; meticulous, self-disciplined, and committed to research integrity.
• Strong team management and service-orientation skills; ability to coordinate cross-departmental resources.

Expected Onboarding Time

ASAP

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive Salary in the Market (13th Month Salary)
• Allowance: Travel Allowance / Phone Allowance / High Temperature Allowance, Etc.
• 5 Types of Social Insurance and 1 Housing Provident Fund Commercial insurance
• Transitional Apartments Arrangement
• Working environment that is open to the world and strongly oriented towards sustainability, diversity and internationality

How to apply

1. Please prepare the following documents:

• Current English&Chinese CV
• Cover Letter (addressed to the President)
• 2 Reference Letters Teaching Qualification
• Documents, Qualifications (if available) Documents ceyinrtifg the professor's (if available)
• Academic Degree Certificates

2. Please import all files into one PDF

3. Please name the PDF as "Position - Your Name"

4. Please send all files to recruitment@hibiuh.edu.cn