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Applications are invited for:- Department of Japanese Studies Lecturer (Ref: 260000J0) (Closing date: May 4, 2026) The Department of Japanese Studies in the Faculty of Arts at CUHK offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and adopts an inter-disciplinary and comparative approach to the study of Japan. Applicants should (i) have a doctoral degree; (ii) specialize in the study of Japan and be able to teach film, popular culture, and related subjects to undergraduate and MA students; and (iii) have native or near-native fluency in Chinese, Japanese and English. Native or near-native fluency in Cantonese will be advantageous. Duties include (a) teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses; (b) serving as an academic advisor and counsellor to students; and (c) committee work and other administrative duties as assigned. Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for two years, commencing in January 2027, renewable subject to performance, funding and mutual agreement. Application Procedure Please upload (1) a full curriculum vitae; (2) contact details of three referees to whom the applicants’ consent have been given for providing references; (3) copies of academic qualification documents (4) past teaching evaluations within the last three years; and (5) a statement of teaching and research interests. The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk. For more information, please contact Ms. Helen Chan (Tel: (852) 3943 6466 or e-mail: japanese-studies@cuhk.edu.hk).

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: Postdoctoral Fellow - Philosophy of Contemporary & Future Science Department of Philosophy (Post Ref.: 25/46) The Department of Philosophy at Lingnan University is one of the best in Asia. Faculty members publish in leading journals in the field, such as Analysis, Australasian Journal of Philosophy, British Journal for the Philosophy of Science, Ethics, Journal of Philosophical Logic, Mind, Noûs, Philosophers’ Imprint, Philosophical Quarterly, Philosophical Studies, Philosophy and Phenomenological Research, and Philosophy of Science. The department has a thriving PhD programme and also hosts several Postdoctoral Fellows/Research Assistant Professors. More information on the research interests and publications of philosophers at Lingnan University can be found at: https://www.LN.edu.hk/philoso/?page_id=9. Requirements Areas of Specialization: Philosophy of Science; Formal Epistemology; AI; or Philosophy of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics These posts arise in connection with a Senior Research Fellowship on ‘Philosophy of Contemporary and Future Science’ awarded to Professor Darrell Rowbottom, which runs from 2022–2027. Professor Rowbottom is now seeking Two Postdoctoral Fellows to join the project team over the course of one to two years. Details on the project, which involves scientists working with philosophers, can be found at www.pocfs.org. We are especially interested in candidates whose work connects with the natural sciences, and especially with recent developments therein (such as increased interdisciplinarity and the involvement of AI). However, we are open to considering other applicants with excellent research records and a clear, well-articulated vision of how they can contribute to the project. The appointee will work as part of the team headed by Professor Rowbottom. This will involve: (1) carrying out collaborative research (including with scientists); (2) authorship and co-authorship of papers suitable for publication in leading journals; (3) authorship and submission of derivative grant proposals to funding bodies; (4) organizing seminars, reading groups, workshops and other related research activities; (5) teaching courses at undergraduate or postgraduate levels; (6) performing occasional outreach activities (such as lectures aimed at the general public); and (7) managing/updating the project website. The teaching load will be one or two courses per year, distributed according to the departmental needs. English will be the language of instruction. Appointment The minimum annual salary for the posts will be 432,000 HKD (which corresponds to 44,000 GBP and 55,000 USD at current exchange rates). A gratuity of approximately 130,000 HKD will be paid after two years of service. Please note that tax in Hong Kong is exceptionally low; for instance, income tax on the annual salary might be as low as 30,000 HKD. See https://www.ird.gov.hk/eng/ese/st_comp_2022_23/stcfrm.htm for a tax calculator. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund, gratuity and incoming passage and baggage allowance (where appropriate). The appointment start date is flexible. Contract duration is expected to be from one to two years. Application Procedure (online application only) Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. Informal inquiries concerning the posts can be directed to Professor Rowbottom, at darrellrowbottom@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.

At the University of Vienna, over 10,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,500 of them are academic staff members. These are individuals who, with their curiosity and their continuous pursuit of excellence, engage in international cutting-edge research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to unfold your potential. We are looking for a ...  Senior Scientist in Numerical Astrophysics for Planetary and Stellar Astrophysics 53 Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy Startdate: 2026-05-01T00:00:00Z | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Reference no.: 5473 The position is part of the Solar System Evolution group led by Ass.-Prof. Kristina Kislyakova. The main research direction of this group consists of unraveling the evolutionary pathways of the Solar System bodies, in particular Earth, Venus, and Mars, and determining the place of the Solar System within the larger family of exoplanets. Your working place: The Department of Astrophysics with currently around 90 members is part of the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy at the University of Vienna. We are searching for a Senior Scientist to contribute to the development of numerical codes used by the Solar System Evolution group and other groups at the department. Our ideal candidate has a scientific background in stellar and planetary astrophysics and a strong background in computational astrophysics. The job consists of two equally important parts: 1) to contribute to the research in the area of atmospheric evolution and 2) to take the lead in developing and supporting computational tools for our studies, such as finding the best solvers that can be used in the codes used by the Solar System Evolution and other groups at the department. The position is initially limited to 3 years with possibility to become permanent by mutual agreement. The starting date is as early as May 1st, 2026, but no later than August 1st, 2026. Your future tasks: Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means: You build an excellent research profile in the field of planetary and stellar astrophysics, and Solar System research. You lead and participate in scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at international meetings. You take the lead in the application of new computational tools, such as solvers, to the existing codes used by the group such as the hydrodynamic atmospheric codes for planetary and stellar atmospheres and particles codes. You contribute software expertise to other computational astrophysical groups. You (co-)supervise Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral students in Astronomy. You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. You take on administrative tasks in research and teaching as well as evaluation procedures. This is part of your profile You must have: A completed doctoral/PhD degree in astronomy/astrophysics A versatile research profile with works from different areas of astrophysics (e.g., stellar astrophysics, planetary science) Research competence and initiative proven through international publications in peer-relevant media Excellent abilities to work in a team and excellent communication skills in English Previously acquired third-party funding  Additionally: Supervision and teaching experience is an advantage Good organisational skills are desirable Presentation experience in an international setting is a benefit A proven track record in scientific programming in software development teams with applications to various scientific tasks is an advantage Visible scientific track record (invited talks, panel participation) is a strong asset. What we offer: Inspiring working atmosphere: You will have the opportunity to work within a dedicated team on forefront science, while profiting from the international environment in the Department of Astrophysics. We have privileged access to the Austrian Scientific Computing (ASC) super-computing facility. As a member state of ESO and ESA, Austria has access to their first-class observing facilities. Good public transport connections: Your working place, the University Observatory, is located in the middle of the natural monument Observatory Park in the lively city of Vienna with outstanding public transport. Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours. Upon agreement, hybrid working hours within Austria might be possible up to a certain extent. 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: A basic gross salary of EUR 5,014,30 (on a 40h/week basis) per month, 14 times a year, amount as of 1 January 2026, increases if we can credit professional experience. Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team! It is that easy to apply: Please prepare your application as a single PDF file which includes: A motivation letter / letter of intent Your CV with a list of publications and presentations A statement of research interests (maximum of 3 pages) Doctoral/PhD degree Contact details of three persons who can provide a letter of recommendation Please apply via our job portal / Apply now button If you have any questions, please contact: Kristina Kislyakova kristina.kislyakova@univie.ac.at 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 place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, 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: 05/03/2026 (Senior) Lecturer & Researcher