School of Energy and Environment - City University of Hong Kong

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today. With a student and staff population of over 25,000 people and a business operating across numerous sites it is the legal team’s duty to ensure that we keep the LJMU community and estate safe and legally compliant. We are a small team providing pragmatic advice and support for all Faculties and Departments to minimize risk and ensure that our staff and students are working and studying in an environment where standards are clearly communicated and upheld. We are also responsible for the statutory and constitutional matters relating to the governance of the university, this includes support for the Board of Governors and Academic Board; the administration of FOI and data protection and the publicly available documentation of the business of the University. We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Solicitor specialising in Research Contracts to join our Legal and Governance Team. You will lead and manage the research and innovation function within the Legal Department and will manage the Contracts Officer. You will draft, review and negotiate a variety of agreements with focus on innovation and collaboration. You will manage contractual relationships, mitigate risks, and ensure legal compliance across a diverse range of university activities.  You will be accustomed to working autonomously and managing a significant and varied caseload and will have a business-oriented approach to delivery of legal advice. You will be a team player and have commercial awareness with exceptional communication and organisational skills. In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you. LJMU values diversity and provides a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can fulfil their potential.  Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.

The University of Hong Kong (HKU), a leading research-led comprehensive university in Asia, seeks distinguished and visionary leaders to join its senior management team as Vice-Presidents and Pro-Vice-Chancellors, each bringing expertise in strategic areas to advance the University’s mission of excellence in research, teaching, innovation, sustainable growth, community impact and global engagement. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a world-class institution strategically positioned in a vibrant and cosmopolitan environment, a bridge between East and West. The University Founded in 1911, the University of Hong Kong has attained its pre-eminence as a research-led comprehensive university through upholding the highest international standards of excellence in its research pursuits, scholarship, teaching and learning, and service to the community. The University is consistently ranked amongst the world’s top universities: 11th in QS World University Rankings 2026, 1st in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026 and 33rd in Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026. In recent years, the University was ranked multiple times as the most international University in the world. Home to ten disciplinary Faculties (Architecture, Arts, Business and Economics, Dentistry, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Science, and Social Sciences), the University is committed to fostering interdisciplinary exchange with an outlook for transformative breakthroughs, innovations and global impact. There are 42,330 undergraduate and postgraduate students from 97 countries, and more than 9,600 academic, academic-related and administrative staff. The University has embarked on a number of ambitious infrastructure and facilities projects for future expansion in the Northern Metropolis, Beijing, Shanghai and Europe. The Positions The Vice-Presidents and Pro-Vice-Chancellors will be key members of the Senior Management Team shaping university strategy and policy. The successful candidates will provide executive leadership to a major portfolio, driving key initiatives that enhance our academic stature, research and teaching excellence, community engagement, internationalization, as well as transformation and sustainability. We are seeking candidates for various portfolios. The appointments will be for a five-year term, subject to renewal and the positions are accorded the status of University Officers.  Please scan the below QR code or click here for details of the positions including key responsibilities, qualifications and experience required, and the application procedure. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency.  

The School of Chemical Engineering is a hub of excellence renowned for its impactful research and innovative education in sustainable technology. With state-of-the-art facilities and strong industry partnerships, we are committed to addressing global challenges and inspiring future leaders. The research at our school is focused on areas such as functional materials, metallurgical processes, biomass refining, industrial biotechnology, and advanced bio-based materials. We have approximately 1800 students in total, and grant around 190 master’s and 35 doctoral degrees annually. Our personnel consist of 540 people with 44 professors. We operate and develop several high-level facilities supporting our experimental research. Join us as our Dean for the School Chemical Engineering to drive excellence at Aalto University for academic and societal impact. As our Dean, you will help shape the school’s future by leading its academic and operational development with care and purpose. Your leadership will foster international recognition, broaden our impact, and empower our community to pursue its ambitions and deepen our impact through international collaboration and excellence. Primary Responsibilities: Provide people-oriented leadership to our faculty, experts and school service staff, fostering excellence in research and education. Co-develop and implement a strategic vision together with school staff, ensuring well-articulated goals and fostering a culture of collaboration. Drive fundraising initiatives and build strategic relationships with key stakeholders nationally and globally. Oversee strategic and operational planning, including budget management. Champion student-centric approaches to enhance engagement, academic success, and well-being for students and faculty. Undertake responsibilities as assigned by the Aalto University Board and President, adhering to the school’s bylaws. Collaborate with university leaders to drive Aalto University's academic objectives. Qualifications and Expertise Required: Doctoral degree with an academic track record in a relevant field. Extensive leadership experience in academia and/or research institution/organization, ideally as a dean or in a comparable position in executive level. A commitment to advancing Aalto's unique interdisciplinary profile in technology, art, design, and business together with the school staff. Demonstrated ability to nurture national and international networks and strengthen stakeholder collaboration to boost school’s profile and visibility Proficiency in English, commitment to learn the basic communication in Finnish and/or Swedish is expected. Approach and Expected Commitment to School Values: Ensuring equity, diversity and inclusion, and fostering an empowering academic environment for all. Leading the co-development of strategic vision and aligning the community around shared goals. Actively cultivating and nurturing an environment that encourages collaboration across disciplines. This role is a fixed-term appointment for 5 years, with the possibility of renewing for a second term. You will report to the provost, leading the school toward achieving a prestigious academic standing in its fields. Want to join us in shaping a sustainable future? Please send your CV (max. 3 pages) and a motivation letter (max. 2 pages) as separate attachments (pdf-format), in English. In your motivation letter, please include a) what motivates you to excel in this position, b) your vision for the School of Chemical Engineering, and c) brief reflection on how you aim to address the “Approach and Expectations” described in the above job description. Applications are to be submitted through the link "Apply now!" no later than February 16th, 2026. Please note: Aalto University’s employees should apply for the position via our internal HR system Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions). If you are a student or visitor at Aalto University, please apply with your personal email address (not aalto.fi) via Aalto University open positions We work in a hybrid model, with the primary workplace located at the Otaniemi Campus in Espoo, Finland. Life on the revitalized campus is vibrant, featuring stunning architecture, tranquil nature, and a variety of cafes, restaurants, and services, all complemented by excellent public transportation connections. Finland is a great and safe environment, offering many excellent state-subsidized services, including affordable daycare and free primary and secondary education, which are consistently ranked among the best in the world. For more information about living in Finland: Why Finland? | Aalto University Recruitment committee Chair, Professor Jouni Paltakari (jouni.paltakari@aalto.fi) and Committee Secretary Anu Suomäki (anu.suomaki@aalto.fi) are happy to answer any questions you might have. We aim to have a transparent and equal recruitment process, so feel free to ask us for feedback. Want to know more about us and your future colleagues? You can watch these videos: This is Aalto University! Aaltonian stories: Living and working in Finland: Tamara Galkina – School of Business Adam Tickle – Communications Services Designing in Finland: Tomek Rygalik – School of Arts Raising a family in Finland: Yu Xiao – School of Electrical Engineering Read more about working at Aalto: Careers at Aalto | Aalto University Check out our new virtual campus experience: Aalto University – virtual campus tour About Aalto University Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 120 nationalities, 15 000 students, 500 professors and 5000 faculty and staff working on our dynamic campus in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community. At Aalto, high-quality research, art, education and entrepreneurship are promoted hand in hand. Disciplinary excellence is combined with multidisciplinary activities, engaging both students and the local innovation ecosystem. Our campus is quickly transforming into an open collaboration hub that encourages encounters between students, researchers, industry, startups and other partners. Aalto University was founded in 2010 as three leading Finnish universities, Helsinki University of Technology, the Helsinki School of Economics and the University of Art and Design Helsinki, were merged to strengthen Finland’s innovative capability. More about Aalto University: Aalto.fi youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity linkedin.com/school/aalto-university/ www.facebook.com/aaltouniversity instagram.com/aaltouniversity To view information about Workday Accessibility, please click here. Please see more of our Open Positions here.