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Florence, United States
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Francis Marion University is an arts university based in South Carolina and is named in honour of American Revolutionary War hero Francis Marion. The university sits on nearly 500 wooded acres of land dotted with stunning foliage and impressive landscaping.

Francis Marion University offers more than forty areas of study, which include: accounting, art education, biology, business economics, French, general business administration, German, mathematics, theatre arts and psychology.

Francis Marion is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award both bachelor's and master's degrees. Moreover, the business programmes are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, the teacher education programmes are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education while the chemistry programme is approved by the Committee on Professional Training of the American Chemical Society. This ensures that all students are fully qualified when entering the professional world. 

The athletic teams at Francis Marion are members of the NCAA Division II Peach Belt Conference, alongside 13 other member schools in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The university consists of six men's sports – baseball, basketball, cross-country, golf, soccer, and tennis – and six women's sports – basketball, cross-country, soccer, softball, tennis, and volleyball.

In 2012, the new Griffin Athletic Complex – located near the main FMU campus – opened which boasts new baseball, softball, and soccer stadiums, a fieldhouse, and a five-acre lake.

Notable alumni include Andrea "Bree" Boyce, former Miss South Carolina, Joshua Wayne Edgin, an American professional baseball pitcher for the New York Mets of Major League Baseball, and Louis McCullough, an American professional basketball player.

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The University of Western Australia

Australia, Perth


The School of Engineering is committed to enhancing gender diversity in STEM and fostering an inclusive academic culture. Access world class research and teaching laboratories and opportunities to form strong industry partnerships. Full-time appointment on a tenurable basis. Base salary range: Level B, $118,150 – $139,812 (pro rata) p.a. plus 17% superannuation. About the area The School of Engineering is a collaborative and inclusive multidisciplinary school offering education and research in a number of engineering disciplines, including biomedical, civil, environmental, mining, chemical, mechanical, electrical and electronic, and automation robotics. The School of Engineering has an established and dedicated team of teaching and research academics who are committed to excellence in education, mentoring, and real-world impact, providing undergraduate and post-graduate teaching programmes across multiple engineering disciplines. In research, the School also spans a wide range of engineering disciplines, with groups often comprising diverse, transdisciplinary teams who work closely with industry and the broader community to produce outcomes with impact. The School of Engineering at UWA is driving an initiative to improve diversity, equity and inclusion amongst its academic staff; increased gender diversity amongst staff and students is a key priority for the School. About the opportunity Deliver teaching in core civil engineering (engineering mechanics, structural analysis and design), incorporating relevant Australian standards, and support undergraduate and postgraduate course planning, development and delivery. Undertake high-quality scholarly research aligned with UWA priorities, including interdisciplinary collaboration, industry engagement, and contribution to research teams through student supervision, funding applications, and publications in leading international journals. Engage with professional bodies, industry stakeholders, and the broader community to enhance the impact and visibility of the School’s teaching and research activities. About you PhD in Civil or Structural Engineering or closely related field. Demonstrated emerging track record in developing and delivering curricula relevant to opportunity, including units aligned with Australian standards in structural design, and incorporating innovative teaching approaches, assessment strategies and learning materials. Demonstrated track record relative to opportunity of excellence in research with impact in an area complementary to the research being undertaken at UWA. Demonstrated contribution to successful competitive funding applications and ability to engage with industry and external partners. Demonstrated ability to positively contribute to the School and wider University activities, including experience of public engagement activities that promote research and/or education outcomes to government, industry and the community. Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. Position description: PD - Lecturer (523456).pdf To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Scott Draper at scott.draper@uwa.edu.au How to apply Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria. You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity. Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 1 July 2026. This position is open to international applicants. Benefits Flexible working options. Generous paid leave including parental leave. Up to 17% employer paid superannuation. Salary packaging available. Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service. Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses. Discounted health insurance. Employee Assistance Program. About the University The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university. Learn more about us. Our commitment to inclusion and diversity UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process. If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.

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University of Vienna

Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov

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Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov


The University of Vienna is internationally renowned for its excellence in teaching and research, and counts more than 7,500 academics from all disciplines. This breadth of expertise offers unique opportunities to address the complex challenges of modern society, to develop comprehensive new approaches, and educate the problem-solvers of tomorrow from a multidisciplinary perspective. Full Professor of Historical Ancillary Sciences 40 Faculty of Historical and Cultural Studies Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. A1 Reference no.: 5686 At the Faculty of Historical and Cultural Studies, the University of Vienna invites applications for a Full Professor of Historical Ancillary Sciences (including Digital Methods) with a Focus on the Middle Ages The position: This professorship will contribute to strengthening and advancing the Auxiliary Historical Sciences (with a focus on the Middle Ages) at the university. 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Dr. Christina Lutter (christina.lutter@univie.ac.at): Letter of motivation Academic curriculum vitae education and training positions held to date career breaks (e.g. parental, family or other care periods) awards and honors commissions of trust previous and current cooperation partners list of most important acquired third-party funding as principal investigator, and, if applicable, of inventions/patents list of most important scientific talks (max. 10) teaching and mentoring supervision experience (Master and PhD) List of publications and a link to your ORCID record  Research statement most important research achievements (max. 2 pages) and planned future research activities (max. 4 pages) synopsis of five key publications with relevance to the position advertised  Teaching and supervision statement teaching and supervision concept, including a description of the previous and planned priorities in academic teaching and supervision (max. 2 pages) Appendices to application document: a. Five key publications as electronic full text version  b. Teaching evaluations (if available, compiled into a single PDF file) c. Copies of certificates of academic degrees (mandatory, compiled into a single PDF file) 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 Reference no.: 5686 Application deadline: 07/20/2026

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Lingnan University

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Competitive

Posted

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Assistant Professor/Associate Professor in Marketing

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

University of Southampton

India, Delhi

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University of Southampton

India, Delhi


Overview The University of Southampton, in partnership with Oxford International Education Group (OIEG), has successfully launched its first international campus in India, located in Gurgaon, Delhi. This initiative, developed in response to India's New Education Policy, represents a significant investment in transnational education. The campus provides Indian students with the opportunity to earn a globally recognised degree without leaving the country. Job Purpose  The role holder’s contribution will be central to delivery and support of teaching, learning and assessment, across Business for the University of Southampton Delhi.  The role holder will teach at undergraduate and postgraduate level in courses like Introduction to Marketing for Business, Introduction to Marketing for Accounting & Finance, International Marketing etc and engage in other necessary educational activities to ensure successful delivery of degree programmes. Once teaching activities are embedded and successful, the role holder will undertake research and knowledge exchange in line with the campus’s research strategy. More specifically, research expertise in Marketing. The role holder will undertake leadership, management and engagement activities and will demonstrate collegiality by ensuring ‘Southampton Behaviours’ are embedded within their ways of working. They will be committed to high-quality education and support of learning and to building a vibrant student experience and community. Visible and collegiate, the role holder will be expected to contribute to all aspects of the campus’s activities, including student recruitment and outreach. For further details and how to apply, please click ‘Here’.

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Competitive Salary

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UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

University of Southampton

India, Delhi

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University of Southampton

India, Delhi


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Salary

Competitive Salary

Posted

2 Jun 2026

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