Technician (carrying the job title of ‘Safety Specialist’) at The Chinese University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Safety Protocols, Radiation Protection, Interpersonal Skills, Self-Motivation, Attention to Detail, Health Surveillance, Compliance, Technical Training

Industry

Higher Education

Description

University Safety Office Technician (carrying the job title of ‘Safety Specialist’) Are you ready to apply your scientific or technical training in a role that directly supports research safety and regulatory excellence? The University Safety Office is seeking a committed and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Safety Specialist in the Technician grade. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the safety and integrity of laboratory operations across the University, with a strong emphasis on developing expertise in radiation protection. Key Responsibilities: (a) assisting in promoting and maintaining safe practices in laboratories and research facilities; (b) supporting the implementation of safety protocols across diverse scientific disciplines; and (c) taking an active role in radiation safety, including: • managing radioactive substances and irradiating apparatus; • co-ordinating health surveillance programmes for radiation workers; and • ensuring compliance with relevant safety regulations and standards. Requirements: (i) a Bachelor’s degree, Higher Diploma, or Higher Certificate in Physical Science, Engineering, or a related discipline from a recognised university or technical institute; OR a Diploma or Certificate in a relevant discipline from a recognised university or technical institute, plus at least 3 years’ relevant post-qualification work experience; (ii) a strong sense of responsibility; (iii) good interpersonal skills; and (iv) self-motivation and the willingness to learn. Having the ability to provide IT application support will be an advantage. Appointment will initially be made on a 2-year contract with contract-end gratuity, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement. [Those who have responded to the previous advertisement for the same post (Ref. 250001W3) need not re-apply.] The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.

Responsibilities

The Safety Specialist will assist in promoting and maintaining safe practices in laboratories and research facilities while supporting the implementation of safety protocols across diverse scientific disciplines. A significant focus will be on radiation safety, including managing radioactive substances and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.