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The Department of Engineering at the University of Nicosia invites applications for full-time academic positions at the Lecturer and Assistant Professor levels (exceptional candidates at higher levels may also be considered) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Civil and Environmental Engineering. The Department seeks high-calibre scholars with a demonstrated, evidence-based research record, strong teaching capability in English, and a proven capacity to attract research funding and lead competitive proposal development—particularly at the Assistant and Associate Professor levels. While priority areas include Digital Twins, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence with applications to Engineering, Smart Infrastructure, Sustainable Energy Systems, and Computational Engineering, applications from outstanding candidates across all engineering disciplines will be considered. Strategic Vision: The Department is strengthening its research-intensive profile and expanding its international presence. Successful candidates are expected to contribute to the development of externally funded research programmes, interdisciplinary initiatives, and industry partnerships at national, European, and international levels. Qualifications: PhD in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Civil and Environmental Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline from a recognised institution. Candidates holding a PhD in Applied Physics or Applied Mathematics will also be considered, provided they demonstrate a strong, sustained record of research and teaching in core engineering domains. Demonstrated, peer-reviewed research track record appropriate to rank. Evidence of research income generation and successful participation in competitive funding proposals (mandatory for Assistant and Associate Professor levels). Demonstrated ability to teach effectively in English; prior teaching experience in English-medium programmes is required. Capacity to supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students and to contribute to curriculum development. Ability to operate independently while contributing to collaborative research and teaching environments. Rank-Specific Expectations: Assistant Professor: Evidence of high-quality publications and clear trajectory toward research leadership. Demonstrated participation in funded projects and strong potential for independent grant acquisition. Associate Professor: Established international research profile with sustained publication record. Proven success in securing competitive research funding and leading research teams or work packages. Experience mentoring junior researchers and supervising doctoral candidates is expected. Key Responsibilities: Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including laboratory components where relevant. Developing externally funded research programmes and leading competitive grant applications. Publishing in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals and conferences. Supervising MSc and PhD students. Contributing to departmental administration and academic leadership activities. Engaging with industry and fostering knowledge transfer and innovation. Applications Procedure: Cover letter outlining suitability for the position and rank. Full Curriculum Vitae including complete list of publications, research funding record, and teaching experience. Research statement (maximum 3 pages) describing past achievements and future funding strategy. Teaching statement (maximum 2 pages). Copies of academic degrees. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to deliver a research presentation and a teaching demonstration. Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Support for research development and proposal submission. Opportunities for leadership within strategic research initiatives. For academic inquiries: Professor Dimitris Drikakis, Dean, School of Sciences & Engineering (drikakis.d@unic.ac.cy). For application process inquiries: Ms Irene Koliandri (+357 22 841533; koliandri.i@unic.ac.cy). Candidates must be eligible to work in the European Union / European Economic Area. Department Overview: The Department of Engineering offers BSc degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Civil and Environmental Engineering. The Department maintains modern laboratories and research infrastructure supporting areas such as advanced simulation, material testing, IoT systems, telecommunications, electronics, power systems, embedded systems, robotics, and computational modelling. The Department promotes close industry engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration. About the University of Nicosia (www.unic.ac.cy): UNIC is the largest university in Cyprus, with more than 12,500 students from over 100 countries. It is one of the leading comprehensive research-oriented universities in the Mediterranean region, committed to teaching, research and innovation, sustainability, societal engagement, and contribution to culture. The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025 has placed UNIC among the top 501-600 universities globally.

The Vietnamese-German University (VGU) is seeking a highly qualified full-time lecturer in Macroeconomics. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in this field or a closely related field and have a strong background in research. Relevant international experience is of advantage. The successful candidate will become part of an international network of universities and research institutes. Teaching Responsibilities In the role of a lecturer, the successful candidate will teach graduate courses in Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Global Finance and Economics (GFE) programs, and undergraduate courses in Business Administration (BBA) and Finance and Accounting (BFA). The expected workload for the in-class lecture conduction is 08 academic hours per week, totaling 240 academic hours per year (1 academic hour equals to 45 minutes) Teaching should reflect current research methods and results, and comprises lectures on the following modules: Introduction to Economics at the level of texts such as Principles of Economics by Gregory Mankiw (https://www.cengage.com/c/principles-of-economics-8e-Mankiw). Intermediate Macroeconomics at the level of texts such as Macroeconomics: A European Text by Michael Burda and Charles Wyplosz (https://global.oup.com/academic/product/macroeconomics-9780198737513?cc=vn&lang=en&) Advanced Fundamentals of Macroeconomics such as determinants of consumption and investment; labor market frictions and unemployment; financial market frictions; inflation; models of business cycles in open economies; monetary and fiscal policies; economic growth. Advanced Topics in Macroeconomics such as comparative economic analyses; economic growth; fiscal stabilization policy; household finance and macroeconomics; international macroeconomics; labor markets and the macroeconomy; monetary theory and policy; macroeconomics and social insurance; the Economics of Taxation. Lecturer is invited to propose semi-elective courses within her/his expertise and in line with the curriculum of the programs. The named courses are subject to change upon realistic needs of the programs and joint agreement between the lecturer, relevant Academic Coordinators, and Dean/Vice Dean in charge of teaching. Courses may requires conducting relevant laboratory activities and/or advising student projects. The holder of this job is also responsible for supervising bachelor’s and master’s theses and mentoring PhD students. Research Responsibilities As a faculty member of a research-oriented university, the successful candidate is expected to significantly contribute to the scientific profile of VGU through innovation. This includes and is not limited to comprehensive activities in basic research as well as applied research in the fields of Finance, Economics and Management. The ability to apply and generate externally funded research projects is highly desirable. Administrative responsibilities The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the development of the bachelor and master programs by participating in administrative, marketing and other public activities of the programs in consultation with the Academic Coordinators of the study programs and the German partner university, namely Goethe University Frankfurt. She or he is also expected to contribute actively to the academic self-administration of the Faculty of Economics and Management and university by being willing to stand for election to the Faculty Council, Academic Senate and/or other bodies. Qualification Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Macroeconomics or a closely related field, preferably from a well-known international university. A current title of Professor will be a plus, as experience and understanding of the German higher education system and methodology. Other requirements include An outstanding academic record with a focus on Macroeconomics or other areas closely related to it. Proven expertise in Macroeconomics.  Strong track record of successful research activities and publications in international and peer-reviewed journals in the related area. Proven teaching experience with strong self-motivation combined with a passion for teaching and research. Experience in industry is of advantage. Proven excellent English proficiency: Candidates who are from non-native English-speaking countries should include one of the following valid English proficiency certificates; IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 548(PBT), TOEFL 84 (iBT), TOEFL 212 (CBT), CEFR level B2 or Aptis level C1 at the time of application submission. Alternatively, candidates who do not hold a valid English proficiency certificate at the submission time need to be internally assessed at VGU to meet the criterion stated above.1 Employment benefits The successful candidate will become part of a professional and interdisciplinary group of faculty and have access to state-of-the-art laboratories. VGU supports its lecturers with attractive start-up endowments for quality research projects. VGU also supports participation in national and international conferences and the publishing of research papers. 1 Native English speakers (e.g. from the United States, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, South Africa, Australia, Canada or New Zealand) do not have to submit an English proficiency certificate if the interviewers are satisfied with the interviewees English level at the time of interview. VGU lecturers enjoy a rich cultural experience and a dynamic teaching environment through interactions with inquisitive and quality students. Further information, e.g. regarding the appointment procedure, the competitive salary and research activities can be downloaded here. Application To apply please send your application (with the following documents in one PDF max. size: 5 MB) to academicpositions@vgu.edu.vn with subject line “Macroeconomics_[Your Name]”  Your application should include: Form for basic information (Please download, complete this form electronically and submit it together with your application) A cover letter stating your interest in joining VGU Curriculum Vitae (including list of publications) Scans of university degrees, university transcripts and other relevant certificates Scans of language certificates (if applicable) References illustrating your professional and academic career, including contact details of references (if available, highly appreciated) Evaluation results for teaching (if available)  All applications will be reviewed and evaluated by VGU's international Application Review Team For further information, please contact: Prof. Michael Binder, Ph.D. (GFE Scientific Director) at mbinder@wiwi.uni-frankfurt.de, or Dr. Le Van Ha (GFE Academic Coordinator) at ha.lv@vgu.edu.vn, or Dr. Tran Binh Dai (MBA Academic Coordinator) at dai.tb@vgu.edu.vn, or Dr. Le Minh Hanh (BFA/BBA Academic Coordinator) at hanh.lm@vgu.edu.vn. About us The Vietnamese-German University (VGU) is a Vietnamese state university. Founded in 2008, VGU is a joint venture based on a close cooperation between the Federal Republic of Germany and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, with the goal of becoming the leading research university in Vietnam and the region. VGU´s strategy is to customize excellent German study programs in the fields of engineering, informatics and economics to meet the needs of Vietnamese higher education. Being a joint effort of Vietnamese and German institutions, VGU follows the successful German model and standards concerning the academic and administrative structures. As part of VGU's ongoing commitment to gender equity, the university is actively seeking to enhance the representation of women in research and teaching roles. VGU therefore strongly encourages applications from qualified female lecturers who wish to contribute to the academic community

The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences is seeking to appoint a motivated individual to join the Business Operations Team and support the launch of a new Nursing Apprenticeship programme. The role The post holder will work within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences to provide high-quality administrative support for apprenticeship programmes and external partnerships, with a particular focus on Nursing Degree Apprenticeships and Transnational Education (TNE) activity. They will be the primary administrative lead and first point of contact for all apprenticeship-related matters across the Faculty, providing a consistent and knowledgeable interface for apprentices, employer partners, academic staff, and central university services. The post holder will take ownership of all operational apprenticeship administration, including maintaining accurate and compliant learner records through the DfE Apprenticeship Service portal and managing ILR data returns. They will oversee student enrolment, progression tracking, funding documentation, and End Point Assessment logistics, ensuring that records, processes, and systems meet regulatory requirements and uphold data quality standards throughout the apprenticeship lifecycle. Working closely with the Business Operations team and wider professional services teams, the post holder will coordinate effective communication across internal and external stakeholders, including NHS employer partners, clinical practice educators, Chief Student Officer (CSO) Office, and central admissions. The role will also include supporting key strategic initiatives, partnership advancement, network development, and providing administrative support for accreditation activities, inspections, faculty events, and committees. About you The successful candidate will need to demonstrate previous experience of working in an administrative role, with strong experience in reporting and data administration. Excellent IT skills are essential, including proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, Zoom, and SharePoint, along with the ability and willingness to learn bespoke software systems. The role requires excellent communication skills, adaptability and flexibility, and a strong customer service focus. The post holder will need to be able to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner and demonstrate excellent planning and organisational abilities. A proactive approach, with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, is essential. Experience of administering and supporting apprenticeship programmes or Transnational Education (TNE) programmes would be desirable, as would experience of the Higher Education sector and awareness of the activities of the University. We are looking for a flexible, enthusiastic and responsible person, with the ability to work both as an effective team member and independently. The role will be predominantly based on the Manor Park campus but may also require travel to the Stag Hill campus on occasion for Faculty or University-wide events. Hybrid working patterns can be considered, but a minimum of three days is expected on site. In addition to a competitive salary the post holder will receive 32 days annual leave/closure days and a great benefits package including pension and discounted membership to our world-renowned Surrey Sports Park. How to apply Please apply on the University website with a CV and cover letter addressing the criteria questions. Please note interviews are scheduled for 12th May 2026. Further details Job Description