Hokkai-Gakuen University

Full-time, Fixed Term position until December 2027 Salary Academic Level B ($115,303 - $136,925) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements Based at the Melbourne CBD campus About the Role We are seeking a Research Fellow in the area of social and geographical distribution of digital and AI capabilities, and effective public policy responses to digital inequality. The Research Fellow will contribute to several projects within the Centre including the Australian Digital Inclusion Index, Mapping the Digital Gap, and other projects, with a particular focus on understanding the distribution of digital inclusion in Australia and our region. The Fellow will be based at the ARC Centre at RMIT University, and will collaborate with the Centre's national and international network of participants. All Centre research fellows will also have access to the Centre's research training and professional development opportunities, international visiting fellowships and exchanges (travel arrangements permitting), and the Centre's network of industry partners. ADM+S Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Equity, diversity, and inclusion are integral to the ADM+S Centre's mission: to create knowledge and strategies for responsible, ethical, and inclusive automated decision-making (ADM). The Centre recognises that racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, and ableism are principal obstacles to equity, diversity and inclusion, and remain primary causes of injustice and inequality. We believe that responsible, ethical, and inclusive ADM can deliver broad social benefits, including reducing inequalities for disadvantaged and vulnerable groups. Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about the ADM+S Centre here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkyZpYjxNBc To be successful for this position, you'll have: A PhD in a relevant discipline area, such as media and communication, social studies of technology, or social or economic geography. Completion should be within the past five years of the time of appointment, not including periods of career interruption due to carer's responsibilities, parental leave, illness, or disability. Demonstrated experience in developing and/or using social, cultural or historical research methods, with experience in qualitative and/or quantitative methods, and literacy in interpreting quantitative findings. Experience in working with survey data or other quantitative datasets is desirable but not essential. Proven scholarly writing skills and experience in preparing publications for a variety of audiences, including scholarly articles in high-quality refereed journals, book chapters, and/or books, high-profile industry reports and presentations and public-facing communication such as media articles. Proven ability to work independently to generate distinctive contributions to scholarly knowledge and/or create real-world outcomes. Please view position description for further selection criteria Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. About the School The School of Media and Communication pushes the boundaries of digital knowledge creation and future-focused practice. The School has a deep engagement with industry and the community that allows research and teaching to respond creatively and innovatively to global conditions. In the most recent QS Rankings by Subject, RMIT was ranked in the top 100 universities in the world for Communications and Media Studies. The School is home to a vibrant community of practitioners, theorists and thinkers in communication, creative writing and publishing, screen, culture, digital ethnography, new media, journalism, public relations, advertising and music industry. The School has a strong international focus set to drive careers to succeed in the global context with programs and courses offered in Melbourne, Vietnam and Singapore. For more information, visit www.rmit.edu.au/about/our-education/academic-schools/media-and-communication To Apply Please submit your CV and covering letter and separate document addressing the Key Selection Criteria for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page. For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Jessica Bernardo (Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor) via email jessica.bernardo@rmit.edu.au. Position Description - Research Fellow - AI and Digital Capabilities Applications close on Sunday 1st February 2026 at 11:59pm About RMIT University RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 96,000 students and close to 10,000 staff globally. The University's mission is to help shape the world through research, innovation and engagement, and to create transformative experiences for students to prepare them for life and work. https://www.rmit.edu.au/about https://www.universitiesaustralia.edu.au/university/rmit-university Why work at RMIT University Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. Find out more about working at RMIT University, what we stand for and why we are an Employer of Choice. We want to attract those who will make a difference. View RMIT's impressive standings in university rankings. https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/facts-figures/reputation-and-rankings Bring Your Whole Self to Work We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond. We are proud that our dedication to diversity has been recognised by a broad spectrum of external organisations. Visit our Linkedin Life pages to learn more and see some of our most recent wins. RMIT has a strong dhumbali (commitment) to the employment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally safe environment; we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani (Senior Talent Advisor), via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Applications are invited for:- Faculty of Social Science Assistant Professor (Ref: 26000004) The Gender Studies Programme at The Chinese University of Hong Kong is the first programme in gender studies in the tertiary education sector in Hong Kong. It is an interdisciplinary unit based in the Faculty of Social Science, offering Bachelor, MA, MPhil and PhD programmes. The forward-looking team of Gender Studies Programme is inviting applications for the post of Assistant Professor on substantiation (tenure) track to join from the academic year 2026-27 or as soon as possible. The appointee is expected to (a) conduct research and secure research grants; (b) teach courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels; (c) supervise students’ theses; and         (d) undertake administrative duties. Applicants should possess: (i) a PhD degree by the time of reporting for duty; (ii) relevant research experience in gender/sex/sexuality-related areas; (iii) demonstrated potential/ ability for high quality research; and  (iv) a strong sense of responsibility and commitment to excellent research, teaching, and service. Applicants specializing in any of the following areas are preferred: Empirical gender/sex/sexuality studies ⁠Human and social development Social sustainability or sustainable development Applicants who specialize in a subject field in Social Science (e.g., Journalism, Social Work, Political Science, Economics) that adds to the diversity of the existing team or whose profile strengthens the programme’s internationalization are preferred. Applicants in cognate subjects (e.g., Education) will also be considered if they possess a profile of a good match to Social Science and especially if they are strong in quantitative empirical research. Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for up to three years, renewable subject to mutual agreement, and may lead to a longer-term appointment or substantiation. Review of applications will start in April 2026 and continue until the post is filled. For more information about the programme, please visit: https://www.gender.cuhk.edu.hk/. For initial enquiries, please contact Ms. Winnie Ling of the programme (email: winnieling@cuhk.edu.hk). Application Procedure Candidates should complete and submit the online application form with the following documents/information: (a) latest CV; (b) a cover letter; (c) a research statement; (d) two sample publications; (e) a teaching statement; (f) copies of academic credentials and relevant certificates; (g) names and contact information of three referees; and (h) evidence of teaching performance, if applicable. 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.

Department: Department of Experimental Biology – Faculty of Science Deadline: 8 Feb 2026 Start date: 1.3.2026 or negotiable Job type: part-time Job field: Science and research | Education and schooling Dean of the Faculty of Science, Masaryk University announces an open competition for the position Assistant Professor for Loschmidt Laboratories Workplace: Department of Department of Experimental Biology, Faculty of Science, Masaryk University, Czech Republic Type of Contract: temporary position with 1-year contract with possible extension, academic Working Hours: 0,6 FTE (part-time employment of 24 hours per week) Expected Start Date: 1.3.2026 or negotiable with respect to immigration timelines for non EU candidates Number of Open Positions: 1 Pay: negotiable Application Deadline: 8.2.2026 EU Researcher Profile: R2 About the Workplace Masaryk University is modern, dynamic and the most attractive university in the Czech Republic with ten faculties, more than 7 000 staff and 33 000 students, a wide range of research areas and a strong international position. We are the largest academic employer in the South Moravian Region. Faculty of Science MU, a holder of the HR Excellence in Research Award by the European Commission, is a research-oriented faculty, offering university education (Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degree programs) closely linked to both primary and applied research and high school teaching of the following sciences: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Earth sciences. We are the most productive scientific unit of the Masaryk University generating around 40 % of MU research results. Department of Experimental Biology at the Faculty of Science MU is a modern, fully equipped department where individual research groups conduct research at all levels – from molecules and cells through invertebrates up to humans, and from basic research to the application of results in human and veterinary biomedicine. Job Description Key Duties: Conducting research activities in the field of microfluidics and enzyme kinetics, in particular the design and optimization of experimental systems, the processing and interpretation of acquired data, and publication and project activities in this area Teaching activities in higher education study programmes, including teaching specialized courses and supervising students’ final theses Participation in the preparation, innovation, and accreditation of study programmes with a biological focus, including the development of curricula and the development of cooperation with national and international partners Skills and Qualifications The applicant must have: Completed university education in biology, biochemistry, or another related field Academic degree Ph.D. or equivalent Research experience focused on enzymology and microfluidics Experience with the development of microfluidic systems and their application within biologically oriented projects Experience with advanced methods for studying enzyme kinetics and biophysical analysis of proteins Scientific and publication record in the field Very good command of English (spoken and written) at a minimum level of B2 Excellent knowledge of the Czech language, both written and spoken, at C2 level; in the case of non-native speakers, it must be evidenced by a certificate or a high school graduation certificate in Czech language Moral integrity and clean criminal record The applicant should have: Experience with university-level teaching and prerequisites for guaranteeing specialized courses Presentation skills and experience with oral presentations at international conferences Experience with programming and advanced data analysis Informal inquiries about the position can be sent to prof. RNDr. Zbyněk Prokop, Ph.D. email zbynek@chemi.muni.cz, phone 549496667. We Offer Access to state-of-the-art technologies for biochemical and biophysical analysis of proteins Opportunity to develop interdisciplinary collaboration within the university and research environment Opportunities for personal growth and further professional and scientific development An interesting job in a dynamically-expanding university area Flexible working hours and occasional home office to support personal needs in family and career compatibility Employee benefits such as 8 weeks of paid vacation per year, pension insurance contribution/long-term investment product/nursery/children´s group allowance, a financial meal allowance, Multisport card, psychological counselling, vaccinations free of charge, discounted language courses, exclusive mobile tariff offer by Vodafone, childcare groups at Campus and Komenského náměstí) Opportunity to work and live in a modern and dynamic city (for more information on costs of living, you can refer to Numbeo) Welcome Office provides support with your relocation to Brno Application Process The application shall be submitted online by 8.2.2026 via an e-application, please find the reference to the e-application in the beginning and end of the advertisement. The candidate shall provide following: CV Cover letter describing candidate's research interest and experience Summary of research outputs and publications Names and contact details of at least 2 references After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation email from jobs.muni.cz. Selection Process Received applications will be considered carefully in line with principles of the EU Charter and Code for Researchers. Selection criteria: (i) meeting qualification requirements described above, (ii) all required documents provided. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal or online interview. The Faculty Recruitment Policy (OTM-R) can be seen here. Faculty of Science, Masaryk University is an equal opportunity employer. We support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Visit our Career page. We are looking forward to hearing from you!