Keio University

Are you a passionate academic interested in a permanent role based in China? Have you got the ability to work with students and staff from a diverse range of backgrounds? Can you demonstrate experience in supervising student research at Honours, Master’s, and/or PhD level? Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently seeking an academic with expertise in Landscape Architecture, and we will consider applicants from entry level to senior academics, to join the exciting, new Wellington Institute of Zhengzhou University joint educational partnership in Zhengzhou, China, on a permanent, full-time basis. The level of appointment, either Pūkenga - Lecturer, Pūkenga Matua - Senior Lecturer, or Ahonuku - Associate Professor, will depend on the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications. This role is based in China full-time and teaching is to be conducted in English. As this is an international programme, we welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates from New Zealand and overseas. Key responsibilities include the following: Academically rigorous teaching across undergraduate level Contribution to the collegial development of the programme, School, and Faculty On-going research activity appropriate for career stage Senior appointments may be asked to contribute to programme leadership Ō pūmanawa - About you You will be passionate about teaching landscape architecture in a contemporary international context to a diverse range of Chinese students and appreciate the importance of teaching and learning best practice.  You will have excellent oral and written communication skills in English as well as excellent interpersonal skills.   You will ideally have demonstrated expertise in teaching and research or the practice of landscape architecture design studio and sustainability issues. The successful candidate will preferably have a PhD, but must have a Master’s degree in an appropriate discipline. This position is one of the first appointments being made to this joint institute where the appointees will be based in China. Candidates will be expected to show leadership and collegiality in developing academic programmes. Key requirements include the following: A completed PhD, or at least Master’s degree, in Landscape Architecture Demonstrated evidence of a high standard of teaching in a relevant field at tertiary level Demonstrated evidence of leadership in tertiary education Ability to work with students and staff from a diverse range of backgrounds Demonstrated experience in supervising student research at Honours, Master’s, and/or PhD level Role Description: Click the below links to see further information, including salary details. Pūkenga - Lecturer in Landscape Architecture Pūkenga Matua - Senior Lecturer in Landscape Architecture Ahonuku - Associate Professor in Landscape Architecture If these links are not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University careers page. Close date for vacancy: Saturday, 24 February 2026. Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role, please get in touch with Ahorangi - Professor André Brown, Associate Dean, International, Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation (andre.brown@vuw.ac.nz). How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter. Applicants must be eligible to work in China. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted. Reference 1008922.

Ref.: 533957 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Social Work and Social Administration (30300) Categories: Teaching Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Social Work and Social Administration (Ref.: 533957), to commence as soon as possible thereafter, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. The Assistant Lecturer should possess a Master degree in Social Sciences or a related discipline. He/she will assist the Curriculum Coordinator in coordinating program activities, conducting organizational analysis, and assessing training needs. The role also involves liaising with stakeholders, assisting in the delivery of training and coaching activities (which may include taking up part of the teaching duties), collecting and analyzing feedback from training and consultation sessions to inform ongoing improvements, and supporting implementation of the program. He/she may also contribute to the development of curriculum and teaching materials, evaluation efforts, etc. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment will come with a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 10% of basic salary. The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until February 6, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Location Other Salary From £53040 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Post Type Full Time Post Type Permanent Closing Date Monday 26 January 2026 Interview Date Monday 02 February 2026 Reference 074S2025-R University of East London We’re the University of East London (UEL) founded in 1898 and proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future. But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo. About the School / Service IT Services is a centralised resource working collaboratively with the University community to transform UEL's digital world in line with the University’s Vision 2028 strategic plan. Engaging in ground-breaking initiatives delivered within a dynamically developing cloud environment, IT Services work closely with staff, students, partners and other key collaborators to identify technological improvements to our learning and working environments. We implement, develop and provide support for systems and services within the university’s IT Service Portfolio. Every member of staff will embrace the University’s values, ensuring their behaviour reflects the ethos of the University, one committed to building a learning community founded on equality of opportunity and celebrating the rich diversity of our student and staff populations. About the Job We're looking for a methodical individual who is passionate about technology. You'll assist in the architecture for all service integrations throughout the organisation to ensure that services are integrated in the most secure, reliable, standardised and optimised manner. As Integration & Database Specialist, your role will be To assist in the design for integration and database projects, ensuring that new services are provisioned according to departmental standards To create, maintain and support any integration used by the organisation To manage service capacity, to monitor services on a regular basis ensuring that capacity is managed proactively To architect and maintain diagrams and documentation for all databases and service integrations, to provide senior management monthly reports in relation to these technologies About You We're looking for a hardworking and methodical individual to help design, development, monitor, and maintain data flows across UEL's extensive ecosystem of over 70 systems and services. You'll actively contribute to technical initiatives, ensuring the delivery of a high-performing, resilient service that aligns with industry standards and best practice frameworks. You'll be expected to promote a culture of continuous improvement within the team and the wider department, driving the implementation of key ITIL initiatives. A proactive approach to ensuring the security of database and integration technologies is essential, including the design and execution of vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to safeguard systems.  Building strong working relationships with key stakeholders across the University will be crucial, ensuring that systems remain aligned with evolving business requirements and continue to meet the University's operational needs effectively. Benefits Package At UEL, we believe that a great role is about more than just a salary. It’s about the complete package, including our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We offer a genuinely competitive salary, dependent on experience (DOE), and a range of excellent benefits. You can explore our full benefits package here: https://uel.ac.uk/benefits-professional-services-positions Equal Opportunities As an inclusive, equal-opportunities employer, our Stonewall membership and Athena Swan awards reflect our ongoing dedication to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and we’re committed to closing the" diversity pay gap". We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and honest that there’s more to do. We’re determined to keep moving forward so everyone at UEL can thrive. We're also a disability confident employer and value all applications. Please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. So, if you’d like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and committed to success, we want you to apply today! Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Further Details Job Description & Person Specification To contact the recruitment team please phone +44 20 8223 3000 x 4600 or e-mail jobs@uel.ac.uk CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted. At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive.