John von Neumann University

Durham University is seeking a strong strategic leader for the role of Director of Student Marketing. This senior position plays a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the University's strategy for the recruitment of both home and international students. They will oversee a step-change in the effectiveness of Durham's marketing to prospective students. As one of the UK's leading universities, Durham offers a unique and historic setting, a global outstanding centre of teaching and research excellence, and a warm and inclusive community. Our refreshed sets ambitious goals for growing the proportion of international students at the University. Student recruitment is central to achieving our strategic goals. This post will lead the Recruitment Marketing team and be responsible for enhancing the University's ability to provide insight to inform recruitment and marketing operations. Areas of responsibility include production of marketing collateral, campaigns, content and conversion communications. Strategic leadership and operational management are required across several key initiatives, including international conversion, growing enrolments via digital channels and ensuring coordination of recruitment and marketing activity across the institution. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with senior leadership experience in marketing ideally with experience of student recruitment and managing change. For further information about the role and the Person Specification, please view our candidate brochure. Durham University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. At Durham University, our aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential and we believe our staff should reflect the diversity of the global community in which we work.We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under-represented in our work force including people with disabilities, women, and black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. If you are a candidate with a disability, we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, reasonable adjustments will be made to support people within their role. How to Apply We prefer to receive applications online. We will update you about your application at various points throughout the selection process, via automated emails from our E-Recruitment system. Please check your spam/junk folder periodically to make sure you have not missed any of our updates. What you need to submit A CV: and A supporting statement or covering letter which outlines how you meet all of the criteria within the Person Specification detailed in the candidate brochure. The closing date for applications is midnight on 15th February 2026. It is anticipated interviews will be held w/c 2nd March 2026.

Job Description FACULTY OF SCIENCE DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS The Department is strongly committed to producing top-class research in the areas of applied mathematics, scientific computing and statistics, while simultaneously emphasises the nurturing of students from a wide range of academic backgrounds. It receives allocation from Science Faculty Niche Research Area to establish world-class research teams to develop the necessary experimental platforms, modelling and data analysis capabilities. Research Assistant Professor (25260446) Responsibilities: The Department is recruiting one scholar at the rank of Research Assistant Professor in applied probability, data science, machine learning, and spatial statistics. Candidates with a strong background in the development of novel models and original methodologies are preferred. Requirements: Applicants should possess a relevant PhD degree with a solid and outstanding track record in research. They should have a solid statistical background, and a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and mentorship. The initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract of two years. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Procedure: Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System with samples of publications, preferably three best ones out of their most recent publications/works. They should also request two referees to send in confidential letters of reference, with job identification number (stated above) quoted on the letters, to the Human Resources Office (Email: hro@hkbu.edu.hk) direct. Those who are not invited for interview 2 months after submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. All application materials including publication samples, scholarly/creative works will be disposed of after completion of the recruitment exercise. Details of the University’s Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer. Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.

School/Section: University Senior Management Division: Principal's Office Staff Category: Academic Position Type: Full Time Duration of Post: Substantive Grade: Competitive Salary From: Competitive Remuneration package Salary to: Competitive Remuneration package Location: Aberdeen Closing Date: 30/01/2026 Ref No: PRO001A Documents: Further Particulars.pdf (PDF, 1148.42kb) We are seeking an exceptional academic leader to join us as Provost to champion and drive academic excellence across all areas of our work. Reporting to the Principal and Vice-Chancellor, and working as a key member of the Senior Management Team, the Provost will play a central role in delivering the ambitions of our Aberdeen 2040 strategy. The Provost will provide strategic and operational leadership to all Schools through the line-management of Heads of School, ensuring the delivery of high-quality education, an excellent student experience, and world-leading research and innovation. They will oversee School plans and budgets, support performance against institutional KPIs, and work collaboratively with colleagues across the University to embed a strong culture of excellence and accountability. A key aspect of the role is providing executive leadership for strategic planning, including the ongoing development and monitoring of Aberdeen 2040 and oversight of the University’s strategic planning processes. This is a pivotal time to join Aberdeen. We have launched Adapting for Continued Success, a major University-wide transformation programme that will design and implement a new operating model to support our academic mission, strengthen long-term financial sustainability, and ensure we continue to evolve in response to the changing needs of our community and the wider world. Alongside this, we are undertaking a Governance Efficiency Review covering Court, Senate, Senior Management and General Council, with the aim of delivering streamlined, effective governance that will enable the University to realise its long-term ambitions. We are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking academic leader with a strong record of achievement in education and/or research, substantial senior experience in developing and delivering academic strategy, and a proven ability to manage resources efficiently. The successful candidate will bring a performance-driven mindset, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to influence and negotiate effectively at senior levels. They will have a deep understanding of the challenges facing the HE sector, strong judgement, and the ability to motivate and lead multi-disciplinary teams, while confidently delegating and empowering colleagues. How to Apply This is an exceptional opportunity to play a defining role in shaping the future of one of the UK’s oldest and most ambitious universities. To find out more and apply, please click here or contact Nick Edwards  n.edwards@abdn.ac.uk  for an informal discussion.