Bilkent University - Faculty of Business Administration

At the University of Vienna more than 10,000 personalities work together towards answering the big questions of the future. Around 7,500 of them do research and teaching. Personalities who, with their curiosity and continuous commitment to excellence, conduct top international research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to realize your potentials.  We are looking for a Senior Lecturer (Scientific Teaching) in "Qualitative Methods and Sociological Theories" 49 Faculty of Social Sciences Startdate: 01.09.2026 | Working hours: 23 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Limited until: 31.08.2030 Reference no.: 4980 In case of positive evaluation at the end of the fixed-term period of 4 years, the position will be changed to a permanent position. Do you enjoy working with young people, are you curious, and do you want to pass on your knowledge?  As a Senior Lecturer, you play a crucial role in educating students. In addition to providing a solid academic education, we also place a special emphasis on the personal development of students. We support students in developing curiosity and critical thinking, thereby creating a solid foundation for the professional challenges of the next generation. The vacant position is based at the Department of Sociology, a sub-unit of the Faculty of Social Sciences. With approximately 1,700 students, an extensive range of courses and a broad and excellent research profile, the study programme offers a sound education in all areas of sociology, including methods of empirical social research. Your workplace: As a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Sociology, you will mainly teach methodologies and methods in qualitative social research (e.g., introduction to qualitative social research, interpretative methods, data collection, data analysis) as well as sociological theories (e.g., basic concepts of sociology, guided reading, selected sociological theories). If required, you will also teach courses in other areas of the Bachelor's or Master's degree programme (e.g., sociological research training, Bachelor's seminar). You will also be responsible for coordinating the content of specific parallel courses. The employment level of 23 hours/week includes an average teaching commitment of 16 semester hours per week of academic teaching per academic year. The willingness to increase the level of employment if necessary is welcomed. This is what you will do: You will independently lead courses at Bachelor's and Master's level. You will make an active contribution to the (further) development of course and examination formats. You will assist with supervising final theses and examinations. You will be expected to keep abreast of the current state of the art in science and didactic training and to take on research tasks during periods when you are not teaching. In addition, the assumption of administrative activities, especially in the administration of teaching, is part of the job profile. This is part of your profile: We are looking for people who see university teaching as an interesting and challenging career field and have the following profile: Completed doctoral/PhD studies in the field of sociology (or social sciences) Several years of independent, relevant and highly rated teaching experience at a post-secondary educational institution Enthusiasm for the transfer of knowledge and for university teaching Very good command of German Very good command of English What we offer: Work-life balance: You have flexible working hours and can also work remotely upon arrangement. Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team with excellent research infrastructure, dedicated colleagues and students who want to learn from you. Good public transport connections: Your workplace in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport. Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 4,932.90 (on a fulltime basis) increases if we can credit professional experience. Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! It is that easy to apply: CV and certificates Proof of teaching, course evaluation results if applicable Letter of motivation (max. 2 pages) Submission of a general didactic teaching concept (max. 2 pages) List of courses held List of publications and list of any research projects carried out or participation in research projects Via our  job portal / Apply now - button If you have any questions, please contact:  Ulrike Zartler ulrike.zartler@univie.ac.at (Director of studies) or Susanne Lesk susanne.lesk@univie.ac.at (Coordinator of department) We look forward to new personalities in our team! The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection Application deadline: 01/20/2026 (MM-DD-YYYY) (Senior) Lecturer & Researcher

Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) 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 posts: Part-time Lecturer Centre for English and Additional Languages (Post Ref.: 25/305) The Centre for English and Additional Languages (CEAL) offers a range of core and elective courses in addition to co-curricular language activities in order to enhance English language proficiency and critical thinking of students, as well as to provide language support to help students succeed in their academic studies. The Centre is looking for part-time Academic English Language Lecturers to teach Academic English language courses at the undergraduate level. Applicants should have: (i) experience in teaching English at the university level (preferably to students in Hong Kong); (ii) at least a master's degree in English Language and Literature or a relevant field (PhD preferred); (iii) an English language teaching certificate (preferred); (iv) preferred expertise and interests include: delivering a foundational core course that strengthens students’ English proficiency and the academic skills needed for success in an English-medium university; delivering a course that develops written synthesis of academic sources, critical evaluation of arguments, seminar discussion and debating skills, as well as creative and reflective practices essential at the tertiary level. Appointment The conditions of appointment will be competitive. Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointments will be normally made on contract basis. Application Procedure (online application only) Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Applicants shall provide names and contact information of at least three referees to whom applicant's consent has been given for their providing references. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until the posts are 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.

Interview Date: in the week commencing 26 January 2026 Project summary An exciting opportunity is available to join the laboratories of Dr Salah Mansour and Dr Ali Roghanian at the University of Southampton. We are seeking a collaborative and motivated postdoctoral scientist to work on our Blood Cancer UK-funded programme developing next-generation, off-the-shelf immunotherapies for acute myeloid leukaemia (AML). This three-year project will harness cytotoxic invariant Natural Killer T (iNKT) cells for precision targeting of AML, an aggressive leukaemia with poor survival outcomes. Building on strong preliminary data, it combines mechanistic and translational immunology with bespoke in vivo models to define and exploit therapeutically relevant subsets. The Research Fellow will lead studies on cytotoxic T cell mechanisms, oversee preclinical validation, and advance CAR-iNKT platforms optimised for AML immunotherapy. The role bridges basic and translational research and suits a creative scientist with interests in tumour immunology, T cell engineering, and immunotherapy. You will join a multidisciplinary team spanning immunology, and bioinformatics, with access to advanced flow cytometry, 10X Genomics, in vivo imaging platforms. Key responsibilities To work within the Mansour and Roghanian labs, and with collaborators at Southampton and beyond. To design, conduct, and analyse in vitro and in vivo immunology experiments. To lead the optimisation and functional assessment of human T cells and CAR T cells. To liaise and coordinate between project collaborators and core facilities. To record analyses accurately and present results at group meetings, national, and international conferences. To contribute to dissemination of findings through publications and grant applications. To supervise and support junior researchers and students. Any other duties appropriate to the scope and grade of the post. Postdoctoral Fellows are expected to lead their own projects, collaborate on others, and guide PhD and Master’s students. Essential qualifications, experience and competencies PhD (or near completion) in human T cell immunology, cancer biology, or a related discipline. Strong practical experience with core immunological assays (e.g. FACS, ELISA, T cell assays). Proven competence in the design and execution of experiments using mouse models of cancer. Ability to manage projects to timelines, supervise junior staff, and work both independently and collaboratively. Excellent communication and presentation skills, including at conferences. Desirable Experience with single-cell or bulk sequencing (e.g. 10X Genomics, RNA-seq). Familiarity with bioinformatics pipelines and large dataset interpretation. Experience in engineering human T cells, viral transduction, or related approaches. Home Office Personal Licence. About us The University of Southampton offers a strong environment for translational immunology. Clinical and Experimental Sciences (CES) is a hub for infection and immunology, while the Centre for Cancer Immunology (CCI) is the UK’s first dedicated cancer immunology centre. Together, they unite expertise in T cell biology, multiomics, immunotherapy, preclinical modelling, and clinical translation, supported by an embedded Clinical Trials Unit and close links with NHS and industry partners. Working at the University of Southampton: Check out the staff benefits and why you should join us at The University of Southampton! Applicants should provide: A CV A cover letter outlining suitability for the role Contact details for at least two recent referees