University of Reading

Job Description SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS  ACADEMY OF MUSIC Senior Lecturer / Lecturer I / Lecturer II in Conducting (Multiple Positions) (25260436) The Academy of Music (https://mus.hkbu.edu.hk/web/) has rapidly emerged as one of the leading institutions in Hong Kong, providing a rigorous and comprehensive music curriculum. Following HKBU’s rich liberal arts tradition, the Academy fosters creativity through performance, composition, technology, research, and pedagogy. With the new Jockey Club Campus of Creativity, the Academy further expands its capacity to inspire and nurture the next generation of creative artists. The Academy is seeking a distinguished music educator and outstanding conductor for the position of Senior Lecturer / Lecturer in Conducting.  Responsibilities: Rehearse and lead the instrumental or choral ensembles; Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in conducting and related areas; Develop networks with regional and international partners for research, performance and recruitment activities; and Collaborate across disciplines within the Academy and with colleagues across the University to further develop the Academy’s strengths in interdisciplinary research, teaching and knowledge transfer. Requirements: A doctoral degree in music or equivalent professional conducting experience; and Collegiate-level teaching and relevant professional experience. The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract of two years commencing as soon as possible. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to performance review, mutual agreement, and availability of funding. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Procedure: Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Candidates should provide their teaching evaluation results for the last three years. Applicants should also request two referees to send in confidential letters of reference, with the Job Identification number quoted on the letters, to the Human Resources Office (Email: recruit@hkbu.edu.hk) direct. Those who are not invited for interview 4 months after submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. All application materials will be disposed of after the 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.

(Fixed term for 6 months) 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. The UK Illicit Project is an NIHR funded 14-month pilot RCT of The Illicit Project-UK a school-based universal drug prevention and harm reduction intervention for older adolescents. The research follows on from an earlier feasibility study funded under the government's Innovation Fund to Reduce Demand for Illicit Substances. It is a collaboration between Liverpool John Moores University, Stirling University, the Matilda Centre at the University of Sydney, the University of Liverpool, and Queens University, Belfast. This is a fixed term post for 6 months. Work includes contributing to a pilot RCT of an effective Australian intervention for delivery in the UK. You will work with project researchers to liaise with local education and substance use leads and school staff to help recruit schools into the trial, and to update intervention materials, training packages, and research materials. Due to funding criteria, the research starts in February 2026, hence we are looking for candidates who are able to commence as soon as possible after the recruitment process has completed.  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 is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief.  All our appointments are made on merit. Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.

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