Higashiosaka College

Do you have a PhD and demonstratable expertise in Japanese Studies? Can you build positive and supportive relationships and work part of a team? Have you got a record of successful teaching, specifically in Japanese language and culture? Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role  Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting for a Pūkenga - Lecturer or Pūkenga Matua - Senior Lecturer in Japanese on a permanent, full-time basis. The role is situated in the Asian Languages and Cultures Programme of Te Kura o Ngā Reo me ngā Tikanga-ā-iwi - School of Languages and Cultures and involves responsibility for teaching and researching in Japanese Studies. We are excited to welcome a scholar expert in Japanese Studies to the Asian Languages and Cultures Programme. The successful candidate will teach into the Japanese major in the Bachelor of Arts and will also be expected to contribute to the School's other offerings in Intercultural Communication, Translation Studies, Global Studies and Asian Studies. Key requirements include the following: Demonstrated research expertise in Japanese Studies.  A record of successful teaching in Japanese language and culture.  An ability to teach into Intercultural Communication and Translation Studies. An existing record of published academic research.  The ability to build positive and supportive relationships with colleagues and work as part of a team, as well as taking on individual responsibilities.  The role will also involve developing courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level, with support from other colleagues in the School, as well as supervising postgraduate students.  Ō pūmanawa - About you You will be motivated by a passion for Japanese language and culture and a desire to teach and research in this field. You will join a School committed to the role that languages and cultures play in global society. You will have the opportunity to develop a community of scholars, students and wider networks in Japanese Studies and more broadly.  An engaged scholar and educator, you will be self-motivated and self-organised, working with a high degree of autonomy, and will support the collegiality and cooperative work of the Programme. The successful candidates will: Have demonstrable expertise in Japanese Studies and a relevant PhD.  Demonstrate a track record of, and ongoing commitment to, scholarly publication.  Be able to teach Japanese language and culture effectively at undergraduate and postgraduate level.  Be able to contribute to course offerings in Intercultural Communication and Translation Studies.  Demonstrate the ability to work collegially, contribute effectively to the administration of the Programme, and support our Programme and University obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi.  Role Description: Click the below links to see further information, including salary details. If these links are not available, click 'apply' to view them on the University careers page. Pūkenga | Lecturer Pūkenga Matua | Senior Lecturer Close date for vacancy: Sunday, 1 February 2026. Contact details for vacancy:If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Pouakorangi - Programme Director, Dr Luo Hui (luo.hui@vuw.ac.nz). How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter. Applicants who do not have residency or citizenship and require a visa to work at the University must clearly indicate their visa status in their application and understand that if they do not have a current, relevant visa, they will need to secure this independently. Mō Te Herenga Waka - About our University Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here. Explore the many benefits of working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Find out where you fit in our strategic direction and learn more about our research expertise. Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team Join Te Kura o ngā Reo me ngā Tikanga-ā-iwi - School of Languages and Cultures. Dive into diverse programs in Asian, European, and Latin American languages and cultures. Collaborate with a passionate team and explore unique research opportunities and global exchanges. Be part of a vibrant, multicultural academic community dedicated to linguistic and cultural excellence. Reference 1008906

(Fixed term up to 1 year) Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today. Based in the Academic Quality and Standards Team, situated within the university’s Academic Registry, this is an exciting opportunity to support the development and review of the university’s taught academic portfolio, including UK and international collaborative provision. The role will provide important administrative support for the university’s mechanisms for approving and reviewing its taught academic portfolio. This will involve the completion of key administrative duties such as organising and servicing meetings, procurement duties, document production, record keeping and other general office duties. We are seeking a team player, with excellent written and verbal communication skills, and who can effectively organise and establish priorities. A good working knowledge of IT systems, in a working environment, particularly Microsoft Office applications is essential. The role is available fixed term for up to 12 months to cover a period of maternity within the team. Informal inquiries may be made to Andrew Jarrett, Head of Academic Quality and Standards at A.J.Jarrett@ljmu.ac.uk or Helen Summers, Academic Quality and Standards Team Leader (Curriculum Development and Review) at H.Summers@ljmu.ac.uk In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you. LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit. Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.

Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Specialist) Salary package: $121,359 - $129,772 per annum plus 17% superannuation Terms: Full-time, Continuing (contingent funded) Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD & PEWER ANU O8 Software Engineering Specialist_AITC.pdf This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of December 2030. The Position The Software Engineering Specialist will design, develop and maintain software systems for astronomical data acquisition, instrument control, and telemetry. They will work within project teams across the AITC, using their programming and problem-solving skills to deliver high-quality, robust, and well-documented code. They will have an initial focus on projects related to next-generation optical telescopes such as the Giant Magellan Telescope (GMT). The Person To excel in this role, you will have: Progress towards postgraduate qualifications in software engineering, computer science, astronomy & astrophysics, or related disciplines, OR a relevant undergraduate degree with a minimum of four years’ relevant experience in scientific and/or aerospace software development; Experience with at least one of Python, C, or C++, and with embedded systems and Unix environments; A track record of applying best-practice software development methodologies, including version control, robust testing, and detailed documentation; The ability to work across multi-disciplinary teams, and to manage workloads across multiple projects with minimal supervision; and, Experience in astronomical instrumentation, astronomical software, and/or spaceflight hardware/software would be favourably regarded. The Area The Advanced Instrumentation and Technology Centre (AITC) is national facility in Canberra and part of the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics (RSAA). The Centre was established to support the development of the next generation of instruments for astronomy and space science. Our staff have built specialised astronomical instruments for some of the world’s largest optical telescopes; we are currently designing and building instruments to be mounted on the next generation of extremely large telescopes. The School The ANU Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics (RSAA) operates Australia’s national optical observatory and has access to the world’s largest optical telescopes. We are based at the historic Mount Stromlo Observatory on the outskirts of Canberra. Our staff and students have made major contributions to astronomy; our astronomers include winners of the Prime Minister’s Prize for Science and the Nobel Prize. For further information please contact, Dr Marc White, Acting Lead Software Engineering Specialist, T: +61 2 6125 0261, E: marc.white@anu.edu.au  The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au  ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities.  For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details. Application information In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents: A statement addressing the selection criteria. A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form. Other documents, if required. The committee will consider candidates who do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria. Please note: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results. Closing date: Sunday, 1 February 2026, 11.55PM (AEDT)