Adeleke University

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 Liverpool Centre for Advanced Policing Studies (LCAPS) is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Lecturer in Policing Studies to contribute to teaching, research, and professional practice across its Forensic Investigation programmes, with a particular emphasis on immersive mock crime scene environments and simulation-based and laboratory-based learning. Informal enquires can be made to Colin Davies, Lead for the Police Studies Programmes at  C.R.Davies@ljmu.ac.uk 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.

Ref.: 534480 Work type: Full-time Department: School of Future Media (31200) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Professor/Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor (several posts) in the School of Future Media (Ref.: 534480), to commence in January 2027 or from as soon as possible thereafter. The appointment rank will be determined according to qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. Assistant Professors will be appointed on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract. Exceptionally outstanding candidates at Professor/Associate Professor level may be considered for direct tenure subject to the University’s approval. School of Future Media Established on October 1, 2025, the School of Future Media (SFM) consists of three Divisions: the Journalism and Media Studies Centre (Asia’s premier journalism education department, founded in 1999); the Documentary and AI Filmmaking Division (teaching documentary since 2010, and AI filmmaking since 2023), and the Global Creative Industries Division. Positioned in Hong Kong—a global city linking Asia and the world—the School aims to cultivate pioneers across all media sectors and creative industries. Grounded in the values of journalistic excellence, critical thinking and impactful storytelling, SFM is committed to research and development on AI and emerging technologies in media and communications, such as XR/AR/VR, fostering synergy between the academia and industry. The SFM represents HKU’s strategic response to the challenges and opportunities presented by AI and emerging technologies that are shaping the future of media, innovation, creative industries, and everyday life. We are pleased to invite outstanding scholars and industry leaders to contribute to building the new school upon a legacy of excellence. For more information on the School, please visit https://hkums.hku.hk/. The Position Applicants are invited for one or more of the areas of expertise under the headings below. Interdisciplinary experience and expertise are most welcome and highly valued. Journalism: AI applications in journalism practices, entrepreneurship, business journalism; Global Creative Industries: gaming and digital humanities, visual arts and museum studies, music and performing arts, visual communications.  Requirements Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Journalism, Media/Game Studies, Computational Social Science, Computer Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science or related fields of study. Applicants should possess a track record of high-quality publications and/or development of innovative media applications; a record of success at obtaining competitive research funding and/or private/public investments in digital media projects. Proven leadership in administration, programme and curriculum development and experience in China and Asia, with demonstrated ability to create real-world impact through their research work are advantages. Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will play a key role in developing and leading academic and professional development initiatives, and fostering industrial and academic partnerships. He/She will be expected to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and curriculum development. The appointee will also supervise postgraduate students, conduct research, and undertake administrative duties at the Division and/or School levels. What We Offer A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. How to Apply  The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload (1) an up-to-date CV, (2) a research plan, 3) a teaching statement, (4) relevant teaching evaluations, (5) three recent published research papers, as well as the contact information of three referees on the online application form. At least one of the referees should be able to comment on your research/teaching ability and your contribution to research/teaching in your department, while the remaining two should have knowledge of your recent academic or employment experience. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until September 30, 2026, or until the position is filled, whichever is earlier. For further enquiries, please contact Professor Ruby Yang at director.hkums@hku.hk. 

Introduction As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets that are relevant to industry demands while working on research projects in SIT.  The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver on an industry innovation research project where you will be part of the research team to develop software platforms for supporting multi-user AR/VR applications. Key Responsibilities Participate in the research project with Principal Investigator (PI), Co-PI and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met. Undertake one of the three responsibilities: Develop an interactive metaverse application for online education, team collaboration, and workplace training with a focus on real-time interactive simulation. (app developer) Design, build, and implement a multiplayer architecture and backend services for a real-time AR/VR multiplayer system. (network engineer) Design, build, and implement the the game engine for both client and server. (game engine software engineer) Perform testing Perform documentation and optionally publishing paper to international conferences/journals. Carry out Risk Assessment, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations. Work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment. Job Requirements A degree in Computer Science or relevant field Experience with software development life cycle For app developer role: Strong knowledge in C++ and/or Javascript for 3D/VR applications (e.g., babylon.js, A-Frame, etc.) will be an advantage Experience in developing XR app for teaching & learning/training. Experience developing optimized modules in C#/C++ within Unity and/or Unreal Engine Experience with database management systems For network engineer role: Experience in computer networking, multiplayer architecture, and backend services Experience in connecting backend to various internal and external services and microservices. Deep knowledge in computer network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, and other relevant network protocols). Expertise in handling latency, packet loss, and synchronization issues. Expertise in designing a scalable server architecture for handling thousands to millions of concurrent players, Load balancing, auto-scaling, and server instance management. Expertise in securing a multiplayer game network system. Knowledge of encryption techniques to ensure data in transit remains confidential. Prevention measures against common threats like DDoS attacks, SQL injection, and cheating. Experience in multiplayer game services such as Azure PlayFab, AWS GameLift, Google Cloud Servers, and other similar services. Strong knowledge in C++ will be an advantage. Experience with database management systems Familiarity with core engine technologies such as engine architecture and streaming. Familiarity in developing optimized modules in C#/C++ within Unity and/or Unreal Engine. For game engine software engineer: Strong knowledge in C++ and/or Javascript for 3D/VR applications (e.g., babylon.js, A-Frame, etc.) will be an advantage 3D engine development experience Familiarity with core engine technologies such as engine architecture, multi threading, streaming, computer graphics and advanced real-time rendering techniques Experience developing optimized modules in C#/C++ within Unity and/or Unreal Engine Experience with database management systems