Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction

Ref.: 534505 Work type: Full-time Department: Faculty of Arts (04000) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for a joint appointment as Associate Professor on tenure terms or Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Arts and the School of Computing and Data Science (Ref.: 534505), to commence on August 1, 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. Appointment as Assistant Professor will be made 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. This is an open-discipline call. We are seeking outstanding Humanities scholars capable of developing a creative and innovative programme of research and teaching bridging existing disciplinary strengths in HKUArts and artificial intelligence applications. The appointee will have their tenure home in their specific (inter)disciplinary unit in the Faculty of Arts, but will be jointly appointed to the School of Computing and Data Science and will also become a member of the Institute of Data Science (IDS). As an AI+Arts hire the appointee will foster cross-disciplinary collaborations between strategic research areas in the Faculty and, with the support of the Arts Technology Lab and its staff, take a leading role in applying artificial intelligence (AI) to their research and teaching in the Arts and Humanities. They will develop and maintain high-calibre research, publish their research findings with reputable journals and/or presses, and present their research at conferences, secure external funding through applications for grants, teach courses, mentor students, contribute to service and engage in the scholarly activities of the Faculty. Their teaching will support our AI-rich programme offerings. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. in a relevant field. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a robust research record with a cross-disciplinary approach spanning multiple subfields; a strong commitment to excellence in both research and teaching; and proven academic leadership qualities to contribute to interdisciplinary programmes such as BA&BEng(AI&DataSc) and BA(HDT). The Faculty of Arts The Faculty of Arts, founded in 1912, is a research-led, English-medium faculty offering undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes. One of the University’s three original faculties, with over 3,600 students and some 220 full-time academic and 90 administrative staff, the Faculty of Arts is China’s most international English-language Arts faculty. The quality and comprehensiveness of humanities research and teaching in the Arts Faculty distinguish HKU from other top-ranking universities in China, and make HKU a key vantage point for the study of China’s past and present in relation to the world. The Faculty delivers impact through internationalization, innovation and interdisciplinarity. The Faculty ranges from 1st-4th place in Asia and from 14th-54th in the various world rankings. HKU is the only Asian university in the top 30 ‘Best Universities for Arts and Humanities.’ While HKU regularly places in the top 1-2 most ‘international’ universities in the global rankings, Arts is its most international faculty with 75.7% international professoriate staff. More information about the Faculty is available https://arts.hku.hk/. The School of Computing and Data Science The School of Computing and Data Science (CDS) strives to advance education and research across the fields of computing and data science, artificial intelligence, statistical decision sciences, fintech, and actuarial science. It aims to take an integrated approach to reform these academic disciplines and foster multidisciplinary research collaboration within the University and beyond. CDS is ranked 18th globally in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence and 21st in Computer Science and Information Systems in the QS World University Subject Rankings. For more information about the School, please visit http://www.cds.hku.hk. What we offer The successful candidate will be jointly appointed by a Teaching Department in the Faculty of Arts and the School of Computing and Data Science best aligned with the candidate’s expertise. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, together with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 15% of basic salary for fixed-term appointment. Other benefits include annual leave and professional leave, medical benefits, and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, 2 or 3 most significant research publications, and contact information for at least three references. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until April 30, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. The University is committed to diversity and inclusivity. The Faculty of Arts expressly encourages qualified persons from all genders to apply.

Beijing Normal-Hong Kong Baptist University (BNBU) now invites candidates for this position which is expected to be filled in Sep 2026: Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor/Lecturer in Environmental Science (Ref: FST260108) Job Description Candidates with expertise in the following areas: atmospheric science and pollution control, sustainable technology and science, remote sensing technology, chemical analysis and environmental monitoring, solid waste technologies and management, carbon technologies and management; cross-discipline with the following areas including AI, environmental big data, environment pillar in ESG, and sustainable city etc. Job Requirement Candidates should have a PhD degree in a related discipline. Successful candidates are expected to be committed to excellence in teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrable ability to undertake independent research leading to outcomes with a strong impact, such as publication in high quality, internationally recognized, indexed journals and scholarly presses. Academic rank will be determined in accordance with successful candidate’s experience and accomplishments. Benefits and Appointment Terms Commencing salaries will be commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience. Fringe benefits include housing allowance, leave, social insurance and commercial insurance. Appointments to these positions will initially be made on a fixed-term contract with mutual agreement. Closing Date: Open until filled Application Procedures Please complete the job application form and upload the requested documents online: https://hrapp.bnbu.edu.cn/recruit/job/vacancy/JobDetail/1207. All information provided will be treated in strictest confidence. If you failed to submit your application online, please send your application by emailing to recruit@bnbu.edu.cn. Applications should include a curriculum vitae and a completed "Job Application Form" which can be downloaded from https://hro.bnbu.edu.cn/Job_Opportunities_/Application_Procedure.htm. Please indicate the position being applied for, including the field of expertise, level and reference number. The University reserves the right not to fill these positions, or to extend the search until suitable candidates are identified or to make an appointment by invitation. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse environment.

At the heart of SIT’s mission is to nurture industry-ready graduates equipped with deep technical expertise and transferable skills to tackle tomorrow’s challenges. SIT collaborates with industry in our education, while benefitting them with our talent supply and collaborative research achievements. The University’s unique applied learning pedagogy integrates work and study, embedding authentic learning experiences within real-world environments. Through strategic partnerships forged by our faculty with industry, learners bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application in and out of the classroom. Such active & authentic learning opportunities ensures graduates step into their careers with applicable skills and competence.  In research, SIT faculty aims to bridge knowledge creation and utilisation. Our faculty collaborates closely with industry on translational research and innovation with focus on addressing pertinent industry challenges to impact businesses.  The Singapore Teaching and Academic Research Talent (START) Scheme is co-funded by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and SIT to encourage and support outstanding young Singaporeans interested in pursuing an academic career at SIT. The Early Career Awards (ECA) are designed to support Singaporeans who have recently completed their postdoctoral training and prepare them for an academic career at SIT. This award aims to enhance the teaching capabilities of the recipient and help build a strong research portfolio. Eligibility and Selection Criteria Singapore Citizen   Recently completed postdoctoral training   Excellent academic record plus a high degree of proficiency and motivation for a research area that is strongly aligned with SIT’s supported areas  Strong passion for teaching, research and an academic career Benefits Awardees may receive research grants to help build a competitive research portfolio. Upon completion of the award, awardees will be considered for Assistant Professorship. Awardees will also be assigned a faculty mentor for the duration of the scheme. Application Process Applications are open throughout the year. Applications received before 15 January 2026 will be considered for intake 2026.  Interview by the respective clusters for shortlisted applicants will be conducted throughout the year.  Final Interview by Panel for shortlisted applicants will take place from March to April 2026. Awards for intake 2026 will be finalised by July 2026. Supported Areas for START Engineering Energy Resilience: Power electronic converters for distributed energy resources and microgrids; High voltage DC transmission and distribution components and systems; Electric propulsions systems for land, sea and air; Wide bandgap solid-state protective devices.  Sustainable Infrastructure Engineering & Maintenance: Construction technology, Tunnel engineering, Integrated BIM for Civil and MEP design optimisation; Non-destructive testing and prognostic maintenance for infrastructure life extension.  Sustainable Maritime Engineering: Ship design and optimisation towards maritime decarbonisation; maritime battery room design for safety; intelligent ship and operations; autonomous vessels and systems.