Project Officer (Physics/Mechanical Engineering/Computer Science)

The School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences is a research unit dedicated to advancing AI for Science through interdisciplinary collaboration, data-driven discovery, and translation of research into publications, tools, and societal impact.

We are looking for a Project Officer to support the planning, coordination, administration, and dissemination of an AI for Science academic research programme. The role focuses on project management, budget and funding administration, event coordination, academic poster/visual design, social media, and stakeholder liaison.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage project schedules, milestones, documentation, and task follow-up.
• Assist with budget tracking, reimbursement, procurement, and funding compliance.
• Coordinate seminars, workshops, conferences, and academic visits.
• Design academic posters, slides, infographics, and publicity materials.
• Manage social media, website updates, and research news communication.
• Liaise with PIs, researchers, students, funding agencies, vendors, and university offices.
• Support grant reporting, meeting minutes, and records management.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM; preferably in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Master’s degree is advantageous but not required.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience in project coordination, administration, and research support.
• Good communication skills
• Proficient in MS Office, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Strong organisational, multi-tasking, and interpersonal skills.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.