Director of Research Management

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