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University of Lancashire

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Preston, United Kingdom
1001–1200th in World University Rankings 2026
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About the University of Lancashire

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The University of Lancashire (Uclan) was founded in 1828 as the Institution for the Diffusion of Knowledge.

Based in Preston, Lancashire, Uclan is one of the UK’s largest universities offering 400 undergraduate and over 200 postgraduate courses across 20 academic schools.

Uclan’s main campus is a ten minute walk from Preston city centre, with other campuses located in Lancashire and Cumbria, and an overseas one in Cyprus which opened in 2012 – the first British university in the country to do so.

High among Uclan’s priorities are maximising employability for students, furnishing them with relevant skills and developing course content to meet the needs of business.

The university boasts strong links with employers that include British Aerospace, Rolls Royce and Cisco Systems, and it offers business incubation facilities and training for students after graduation. In the last five years alone, it has helped more than 1,000 graduates start their own businesses - the second highest figure in the UK.

In addition to its focus on practical skills, the university also scores highly for its research, with all 16 of its subject areas judged to be ‘world leading’ in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework.

The university has recently embarked on a £200 million redevelopment of its facilities, including the construction of a £30 million Engineering Innovation Centre. Other recent additions to UCLan’s student offering include the introduction of courses in fashion and forensics and, in 2015, it opened the UK’s newest medical school.

Home to a student-staff community of around 38,000, with 2,000 international students among them, Uclan has a thriving, vibrant atmosphere. Beyond the campus, Preston is a small and compact city, easy to navigate and with excellent transport links to the rest of the UK. On its doorstep is the picturesque countryside of the Ribble Valley, the Trough of Bowland and the Southern Lakes.

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Student gender ratio
58 F : 42 M (1)
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International student percentage
35% (1)
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Students per staff
15.3 (1)
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Student total
21550 (1)

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The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong

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The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong


Ref.: 534162 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Biomedical Sciences (22600) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow in the School of Biomedical Sciences (Ref.: 534162), to commence as soon as possible for two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in chromatin biology, epigenetics, structural biology, cell biology, or a related field, and demonstrate exceptional experimental, writing, and communication abilities. Preference will be given to candidates with research experience in chromatin biology and structural biology. In particular, we seek applicants with expertise in techniques relevant to cryo-ET. Candidates must demonstrate a strong command of both written and spoken English, as well as effective communication skills. Additionally, candidates should display self-motivation, innovation, and the capacity to thrive in an interdisciplinary team setting. Enquiries about the post should be sent to Professor Yang LIU at yangliu9@hku.hk. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.  The University only accepts online application for the above post at the University’s Careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk). Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start from January 26, 2026 and continue until April 11, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

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Academic Appointments in Landscape Architecture, ZZU

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Victoria University of Wellington

New Zealand, Wellington

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Victoria University of Wellington

New Zealand, Wellington


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Lecturer in Professional Practice

UNIVERSITY OF WAIKATO

University of Waikato, Hamilton

China, Hangzhou

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University of Waikato, Hamilton

China, Hangzhou


Join a team of 16 Waikato University staff based in Hangzhou delivering three undergraduate degrees Apply your experience by working in an international setting where students receive two degrees, one from Hangzhou City University and the other from Waikato University Receive a competitive salary and benefits package for you and your family Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role The position includes developing and delivering lectures, leading tutorials and supervising student projects, as well as designing and marking assessments. You will be part of a small team of staff responsible for the delivery of the Bachelor of Design. We have an opportunity for a dedicated and motivated educator to teach computing at the Joint Institute as part of an agreement where the University of Waikato is offering its Bachelor of Design majoring in Interface Design at the campus of Hangzhou City University in Hangzhou, China. We are looking for a dynamic, experienced and motivated individual who will bring professional and academic experience to be part of a team dedicated to excellence in teaching. You will have the skills and experience to teach computer science courses for students in the Bachelor of Design in Interface Design. The salary will be in the range of CNY 388,000 to CNY 460,000 per year, dependent on qualifications, skills and experience brought to the position. This is a full-time role, based at Hangzhou City University (NZUWI) in China. For more information on the role, please see the position description. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Annika Hinze, Head of Computing and Mathematical Sciences, annika.hinze@waikato.ac.nz. All applications must be submitted through the online portal; emailed applications will not be accepted. Ko wai koe? - Who are you? You should hold either a master’s degree in computer science or a PhD (preferred), together with demonstrated experience teaching both large and small groups of students. To be eligible for a work permit, you must have a minimum of two years of full-time teaching experience. This role will require the ability to teach core computer science topics for design students, including programming, software architecture, user experience design, full stack web development, and interface design for web and mobile. All teaching is conducted in English, and experience teaching across cultures and the ability to work with students for whom English is not their first language are important requirements. Experience teaching in China or Asia is desirable, as is knowledge of Chinese culture. Ko wai mātou? - Who are we? We are proud of our Joint Institute with Hangzhou City University, which is designated as an institute authorised by the Ministry of Education to deliver University of Waikato and Hangzhou City University accredited degrees. In addition to the Finance degree, the Joint Institute offers undergraduate degrees in Design and Media. All teaching is conducted in English. Operating since 2017, the Institute in Hangzhou has 16 staff and an enrolment of 1,000 students. He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? - Why should you apply for this position? A competitive benefits package is on offer for the appointee (partner and dependent children where relevant), which includes a contribution towards off-campus rented accommodation, contributions towards relocation and international school or pre-school tuition fees, payment for work visa, medical insurance costs and one return economy airfare per annum to return to the home country. The successful applicant will meet the requirements for appointment as a foreign expert and employment compliant with the regulations of the provincial government. These regulations stipulate who is eligible for legal employment as a foreign expert with regard to obtaining work permits and visas. The appointment will start ideally in September 2026. Ko te Tangata - For the People The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education, and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all. E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa. Applications close: Monday, 23 February 2026 Requisition number: 1003277

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Subjects Taught at the University of Lancashire

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Arts and Humanities

  • Archaeology
  • Architecture
  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • History, Philosophy and Theology
  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics

Business and Economics

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business and Management
  • Economics and Econometrics

Computer Science

  • Computer Science

Education Studies

  • Education

Engineering

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • General Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Law

  • Law

Life Sciences

  • Biological Sciences
  • Sport Science
  • Veterinary Science

Medical and Health

  • Medicine and Dentistry
  • Other Health

Physical Sciences

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy

Psychology

  • Psychology

Social Sciences

  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Geography
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Sociology