University of Leeds

The University of Sheffield is a world-class institution at the heart of our city, driven by outstanding people working as One University. Ranked among the world’s top 100 universities (QS World University Rankings 2026), we are home to over 30,000 students and 8,600 staff from more than 150 countries. Our work has the power to change lives through research, education, and innovation that tackle global challenges. We are proud of our past, yet it is the future that excites us most. We are seeking an exceptional University Secretary to play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of governance across the University. Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor and accountable to the Chair of Council, you will act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner, supporting Council, Senate, and the University Executive Board. You will oversee governance, legal services, and data protection, and serve as the University’s Senior Information Risk Officer. This role is critical to the delivery of our One University ambition and to maintaining strong relationships across the institution and with external stakeholders. The successful candidate will bring a proven track record in senior governance, legal, or advisory roles within higher education or a comparably complex organisation. You will have excellent judgement, strong analytical abilities, and outstanding communication skills, with the ability to influence and challenge at the highest level. Emotional intelligence, integrity, and a collaborative approach are essential, alongside a commitment to the values of the University. We build teams of people from different backgrounds whose talent and contributions complement each other to the greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact. For further information about this exciting opportunity, including details of how to apply, please visit www.odgers.com/95013 The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 6th February 2026

Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is one of the UK’s most dynamic institutions, and leads the way from a strong values base as the University for the Common Good. Ranked consistently as the UK’s, and Scotland’s, top performing modern university, and named UK University of the Year for Graduate Jobs, we are proud to be a mission-driven university dedicated to transforming lives through high impact education and research that is accessible and inclusive. Our students are global change-makers, our academics push boundaries, and our research addresses some of the world’s most pressing challenges – from health inequalities to sustainability and inclusive societies. With campuses in Glasgow and London, and partnerships across the globe, we are local, national, and truly international. We are seeking an exceptional Provost and Deputy Vice Chancellor to join our senior leadership team and help shape the next chapter of our ambitious Strategy 2030. This is a pivotal role, providing executive leadership for all our academic activities, line-managing the Deans of our three Schools and the Director of our London campus, and deputising for our new Principal and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Mairi Watson. We are looking for a visionary academic leader with a proven track record at executive level in higher education. You will combine strategic insight with a proven track record of change leadership, operational delivery, fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and high performance. Financially fluent and commercially astute, you will lead with integrity and purpose, ensuring the highest standards of academic excellence. Above all, you will share our commitment to the Common Good and inspire others to do the same. This is an opportunity to make a profound difference by building on our successes and shaping an outstanding future for our students, our staff, and the communities we serve. If you have the ambition, resilience, and creativity to help take GCU to the next level, we would love to hear from you. For further information and details of how to apply, please visit www.odgers.com/95286 Closing date: Friday 20th February at 5pm

About Us The Hainan Bielefeld University of Applied Sciences (BiUH) is the first international independent university in the Hainan Free Trade Port. Our approach combines theory and practice following the renowned "Work-Integrated University-Industry Collaborative Talent Training Model." We offer cutting-edge programs in high-demand fields: Digital Technologies, Computer Science, Logistics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics and Automation, Software Engineering and Business Administration. Our students benefit from small classes, English-language instruction with accompanying German courses, and intensive learning experiences. The focus is on mastering real-world professional challenges, enabling students to apply their knowledge immediately and preparing them optimally for the global job market. We combine international teaching standards with the unique opportunities that Hainan offers. BiUH is located in the Yangpu Economic Zone in Danzhou, a historic coastal city with direct high-speed rail connections to Haikou and Sanya. We invite passionate educators and researchers at all career stages, from early-career lecturers to established professors, to join our team. Both full-time and part-time positions are available for those committed to application-oriented education. Job Responsibilities Design and teach university-level general physics courses, including University Physics, Newtonian Mechanics, Engineering Mechanics, Electromagnetism (including circuit analysis), Optics, Thermodynamics, and Atomic Physics, while also instructing students in using software to solve related practical problems (e.g., MATLAB, Mathematica, C++, Python) Collaborate with faculty from relevant student majors to design practical teaching modules that integrate general physics with specific disciplinary applications, ensuring course content reflects real-world use cases Develop and implement hands-on physics experiment curricula, collaborating closely with the Physics Laboratory Engineer in the planning and construction of lab facilities Provide guidance and supervision to students during laboratory sessions, ensuring the proper execution of experiments and reinforcing theoretical concepts Maintain an active research agenda in a relevant discipline and aspire to be a lifelong learner and researcher Contribute to the academic community through research output and scholarly activities Participate in the design and optimization of syllabi, textbooks, and teaching resources Integrate AI-powered educational tools to enhance instruction and align courses with practice-integrated education principles Mentor students in academic, career, and internship planning Collaborate with colleagues and industry partners to ensure educational content meets real-world needs   Job Qualifications Master's degree or higher in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related scientific discipline Practical experience in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering is highly preferred Prior study experience abroad will be an advantage Passionate about teaching and student development Capable of delivering courses entirely in English with professional proficiency Experience with programming languages, numerical simulation, or AI enhanced teaching tools is preferred Dedicated to continuous improvement in teaching and research English is required (B2 or above); German is desirable   Expected Onboarding Time Autumn Semester 2026 (August 2026) Salary and Benefits Competitive Salary in the Market (13th Month Salary) Allowance: Travel Allowance / Phone Allowance / High Temperature Allowance, Etc. 5 Types of Social Insurance and 1 Housing Provident Fund Commercial insurance Transitional Apartments Arrangement Working environment that is open to the world and strongly oriented towards sustainability, diversity and internationality How to apply Please prepare the following documents: Current English CV (including full publication list) Cover Letter (addressed to the Principal) 2 Reference Letters Teaching Qualification Documents, Qualifications (if available) Documents certifying the professor's (if available) Academic Degree Certificates Please import all files into one PDF Please name the PDF as "Position - Your Name" Please send all files to recruitment@hainan-biuh.edu.cn