Laurea University of Applied Sciences

Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations. Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/. Applications are now invited for the following post: Research Assistant Professor Department of Philosophy (Post Ref.: 25/216) The Department of Philosophy at Lingnan University is one of the best for analytic philosophy in Asia. It has particular research strengths in aesthetics, ethics, Chinese philosophy, metaphysics, philosophy of mind, philosophical logic, philosophy of science, and political philosophy. In addition to having a thriving research community, the department will be launching a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Philosophy and AI Programme from 2025-26 and offers the Master in Arts 'Artificial Intelligence and the Future' in conjunction with the Hong Kong Catastrophic Risk Centre (HKCRC). More information on the research interests and publications of philosophers at Lingnan University can be found at: https://www.LN.edu.hk/philoso/. Requirements The Department seeks to appoint a Research Assistant Professor with expertise in ethics (especially in relation to population axiology, the ethics of technology, and related philosophical problems). Candidates should have a PhD in Philosophy (or related disciplines) by the start of the appointment, a record of publications in Philosophy, preferably in leading journals, and demonstrated capacity to obtain governmental grants. Candidates should have obtained/been conferred a PhD degree or an equivalent qualification for no more than five years prior to the commencement of the appointment. The appointee is expected to conduct focused research in ethics, publish scholarly outputs in respectable refereed international journals, and apply for competitive peer-reviewed grants offered by the Hong Kong Research Grants Council, other local/overseas competitive grants and/or fellowship schemes. Teaching experience at both undergraduate and taught master’s programme levels, as well as recipient of external grants (e.g. from a government body) is a definite advantage. Research: The Research Assistant Professor will (i) carry out research and submit papers to top journals in the field of ethics (e.g., including 3*/4*-ranked journals as per the current departmental journal list), (ii) submit grant proposals to various funding bodies, (iii) organize seminars, reading groups, workshops or other related research activities (especially in relation to new departmental initiatives) and (iv) provide support to the research community of the Hong Kong Catastrophic Risk Centre (HKCRC). Teaching: The teaching load will be three courses per year, distributed according to the needs of the Department and upon mutual agreement. English will be the language of instruction. The appointee may be required to teach courses on both undergraduate and taught postgraduate level, and to supervise students' capstone projects. Potential courses to be taught include: Ethics and AI, A Philosophical Introduction to AI, Critical Thinking, and introductory courses in ethics (e.g., Understanding Morality). Service: The appointee will perform administrative duties as assigned by the Head of Department in accordance with the current guidelines. Appointment The conditions of appointment will be competitive. Commencing salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund, gratuity, and incoming passage and baggage allowance for the eligible appointee. The appointment will normally be made on an initial contract of up to three years. The initial application must include: An updated CV A letter of interest One writing sample (no more than one writing sample will be read) Application Procedure (online application only) Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. Applicants shall provide names and contact information of at least three referees to whom applicants’ consent has been given for their providing references. Informal inquiries concerning the post can be directed to the Head of Department, Professor Andrea Sauchelli at andreasauchelli@ln.edu.hk. We are an equal opportunities employer. The review of applications will start and continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Charles Sturt University is seeking a visionary leader to join as Dean of Rural Medicine - a position at the forefront of rural health education and research in Australia. This is an exceptional opportunity to influence the next generation of doctors and make a lasting impact on rural and regional communities. Drive a distinctive rural medical curriculum that addresses Australias most pressing health workforce challenges. Champion initiatives that improve health outcomes for rural and First Nations communities. Shape the School of Rural Medicines future, fostering innovation in teaching, research, and clinical partnerships. Generous financial support available to assist with relocating to the vibrant city of Orange or surrounds The role Full Time, Fixed Term (Five years) Senior remuneration package starting from $208,921 Located in Orange, NSW You will lead the school with vision and impact - driving a distinctive rural medical curriculum, strengthening partnerships, and advancing initiatives that improve rural health outcomes. This role oversees program design and accreditation, fosters research excellence, manages budgets and compliance, and represents the school in key forums, while inspiring academic and clinical teams to achieve strategic goals. You will seek opportunities for the growth and development of the school by developing and fostering linkages and relationships with industry, government, the professions and community. As a senior member of staff, you will be required to contribute to the overall management of the faculty and strategic development of the University. We offer Influence and Autonomy: Set strategic goals for medicine at Charles Sturt University and lead their implementation. National Networks: Represent the School in key forums such as MDANZ and FRAME, and build partnerships across universities and health sectors. World-Class Facilities: Access to cutting-edge teaching and research environments across our regional campus footprint. A Mission That Matters: Every decision you make will contribute to improving health equity and workforce sustainability in rural Australia. About you Hold a medical qualification registrable in NSW and preferably a doctoral degree or equivalent academic standing. Proven ability to effectively lead and develop staff, operate within set budget parameters and deliver identified performance outcomes. A proven track record of excellence in teaching and research. Demonstrated success in improving research productivity and quality, including strategies for securing external research funding. Demonstrated experience in academic management and accreditation processes, and strong decision-making skills. Exhibit high-level communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to lead teams in complex environments. Further information An executive search for this position is being undertaken by Ccentric on behalf of Charles Sturt University. For a confidential conversation or to receive a candidate information pack which includes the selection criteria, please contact: Pam Lubrainschik, Managing Consultant via paml@ccentric.com.au or +61 452 295 088; or Kim Gillespie, Senior Consultant via kimg@ccentric.com.au or +61 406 551 917 To apply Your application must include: A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed in the position description Your resume Closing Date: 30th January, 2026

About Us The GSTT Asthma Service based at Guy’s Hospital is home to the largest cohort of severe asthma and EGPA patients receiving biologic therapies in the UK offering a unique opportunity to take part in translational research in these diseases. The Jackson Lab within the Peter Gorer Department of Immunobiology, SIMS is focussed on (i) exploring the role of eosinophilic and T2 inflammation in asthma and related conditions both in the stable state and during exacerbation (ii) understanding the mechanisms that underpin the heterogeneity in response to anti-T2 therapies in asthma and conditions including EGPA and eosinophilic pneumonia. Over the last 5 years the Jackson Lab has obtained over £5m in grant funding and published over 50 original research manuscripts About the role This role is for a scientist who has obtained a PhD and has already accumulated some post-doctoral experience in the field of type 2 immunity as applied to asthma and related upper and lower airway conditions. The applicant should have a thorough understanding of respiratory immunology and particularly eosinophilic and T2 immune pathways including mast cell, Th2, ILC2 and epithelial related processes in asthma. It is expected that the scientist has first-hand experience of processing and analysing airway samples including cell culture. The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of respiratory immunology and particularly eosinophilic and T2 immune pathways in diseases such as asthma. The scientist should have first-hand experience of processing and analysing airway samples including cell culture. The successful applicant will be joining a well-established and highly productive clinical and translational asthma research group at King’s College London based on the Guy’s Hospital Campus. The Jackson Lab is closely integrated into the regional NHS Severe Asthma and EGPA clinics allowing access to airway and blood samples from a large cohort of patients. This group has led on several large multicentre phase 3 and phase 4 clinical trials of biologic therapies in asthma as well as real world studies of biologic therapies in both asthma and EGPA. The applicant will work alongside clinical fellows undertaking mechanistic projects in severe asthma as well as other post-doctoral scientists working in this group. They will lead on several aspects of ongoing mechanistic projects aligned to phase 3 and phase 4 clinical trials of biologic therapies in asthma. This is a full time post 35 hours per week, and you will be offered a fixed term contract until 31/12/27. About You To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria PhD qualified in relevant subject area * Experience with airway cell culture  Comprehensive understanding of T2 immunity in asthma  Experience with airway proteomics and transcriptomics  * Please note that this is a PhD level role but candidates who have submitted their thesis and are awaiting award of their PhDs will be considered. In these circumstances the appointment will be made at Grade 5, spine point 30 with the title of Research Assistant. Upon confirmation of the award of the PhD, the job title will become Research Associate and the salary will increase to Grade 6.  Desirable criteria Understanding of spatial transcriptomics Experience with CyTOF Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Further Information We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification section of the job description. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. Grade and Salary: £45,031 - £49,871 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 135565 Close Date: 25-Jan-2026 Contact Person: David Jackson Contact Details: david.jackson@kcl.ac.uk