Humboldt University of Berlin

To celebrate the 90th Anniversary of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, we proudly launch the landmark 90 Scholars for the 90th Anniversary faculty recruitment program. As an innovative world-class university guided by our updated 2025 vision and mission, PolyU is committed to advancing excellence in education and high-impact research, nurturing global talent, and contributing to the sustainable development of Hong Kong, the Nation, and the world. Our standing as a top tier global institution is firmly affirmed by exceptional international rankings: 54th in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and 58th in the U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities 2025–2026, underscoring our academic rigor, research innovation, and global influence. This prestigious initiative is designed to attract exceptional scholars across transformative, frontier defining fields: artificial intelligence and related areas, robotics and embedded intelligence, microelectronics, aerospace technology, advanced manufacturing, life sciences, materials science, new energy, and architecture and urban sustainability.  Applicants in other areas of strategic importance to the University are also most welcome.  By recruiting 90 distinguished academics and rising young leaders, we aim to strengthen interdisciplinary research capacity, accelerate fundamental breakthroughs, and shape the future of global scientific and technological progress. Rooted in 90 years of heritage and intellectual achievement, the program embodies PolyU’s dedication to pushing the frontiers of knowledge, fostering academic leadership, and addressing grand challenges facing humanity. It represents a historic investment in our academic community, reinforcing our ambition to remain a dynamic, innovative world-class university at the forefront of global higher education and research excellence. This initiative will be implemented as part of the University’s well established Strategic Hiring Scheme. All faculty members recruited through the Strategic Hiring Scheme will receive a start-up grant of no less than HKD 3 million. Outstanding young scholars under the age of 45 will be awarded the title “Presidential Young Scholar” and receive a start-up grant of no less than HKD 4 million. More information about PolyU can be found on our website and quick links are provided below: Ranking highlights Research achievements Education Knowledge Transfer TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR APPOINTMENT For the general information on terms and conditions for appointment of academic staff in the University, please click https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/docdrive/careers/doc/Prof.pdf. TO APPLY Please submit an application through our Global Search application webpage (https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/globalsearch/job-openings-and-application) upon selecting a School/Department/Division as commensurate with your area(s) of expertise (if you would like to explore employment opportunities at multiple Schools/Departments/Divisions, please submit multiple applications). Applicants may contact career@polyu.edu.hk for general enquiries. The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/en/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/. For more information about PolyU, its faculties, schools and individual academic units, please visit PolyU's website at www.polyu.edu.hk.

At the University of Vienna, almost 11,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,700 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 ... University Assistant (Post-Doc) for Astronomical Data Flow Systems 53 Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy Startdate: 15.03.2026 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Limited until: 14.03.2028 Reference no.: 5377 If you love to design and implement reliable software systems that support groundbreaking astronomical discoveries, work at the interface of hardware and software for world-leading observatories, and collaborate with international teams of scientists and engineers – then welcome to the team! Our ground-based astronomical instrumentation software group at the University of Vienna combines technical excellence with scientific ambition. We value respectful communication, professionalism, and the shared aspiration to contribute to humanity’s exploration of the universe. 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. You will work at the interface of astronomical research and software engineering and will play a central role in shaping the software that enables the success of the ELT’s first-light instruments, MICADO and METIS. Our group develops and maintains custom-written software that will simulate, process, validate, and store data from some of the most advanced astronomical instruments ever to be built. Colleagues from many countries and backgrounds will rely on your expertise in robust, industry-standard software practices and your ability to bridge the worlds of astronomy, engineering, and IT. The position is nominally set for 24 months, preferably by 15 March 2026. Your future tasks: Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means: You implement software products based on existing design documents for ELT instruments. You define, install, and maintain the network infrastructure needed to connect software and hardware during instrument Assembly, Integration, and Testing (AIT). You collaborate with the astronomers and instrument-builders in the MICADO and METIS consortia teams to test, verify, update, and document software and operational use cases. You solve technical IT challenges during integration in the AIT construction hall and later at the telescope site. You work closely with local scientists to guarantee that the developed software meets or exceeds ESO’s scientific and performance requirements. You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. Your Profile Must-haves A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in software development for astronomy-related projects, preferably in data flow systems or data reduction pipelines. Experience with the ESO DFS software stack, such as EDPS, EsoRex, CPL, etc. A PhD / Doctoral Degree in astronomy, physics, or equivalent professional expertise. Solid knowledge of software engineering methods, network/system administration, and version control systems. Good-to-haves Hands-on experience with testing, verification, and documentation of the complex software systems involved with telescope instrumentation projects. Fluency in English (spoken and written); knowledge of German is an asset. Strong opinions on good software practices. Your working style is independent, structured, and solution-oriented. You thrive in collaborative, international teams and enjoy tackling technical challenges in dynamic environments. You are a team player and have good social and communicative skills. 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 super-computing facility. As a member state of ESO and ESA, Austria has access to their first-class observing facilities. Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours. Upon agreement, working remotely within Austria might be possible up to a certain extent. Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment. 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. Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge. Fixed-term contract and fair salary: The basic brutto salary of EUR 5.014,30 (14 times a year, amount as of 1 January 2026) for a period of 2 years increases if we can credit professional experience. Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! It is that easy to apply: With your CV and letter of motivation PhD / Doctoral Certificate Via our job portal / Apply now-button If you have any questions, please contact: Kieran Leschinski kieran.leschinski@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: 03/19/2026 Post Doc

Job Description SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS Project MuSE Project MuSE is a multi-year transformational education project. The scope of the project covers a wide range of opportunities for the under-privileged, gifted students, parents' engagement, community music, industry-higher education collaboration, and curriculum development such as the use of EdTech, art-tech, interdisciplinary learning, cross-cultural studies, and performance and pedagogical research. A key component of the project includes a new 5-6 year music programme that includes an in-school/after-school instrumental ensemble-based music training for primary school students. Part-Time Instrumental Instructor (25260513) Responsibilities: Provide instrumental group training classes to participating primary schools; Communicate and coordinate lessons with project team and participating schools; Proactively seek innovative ways in instrumental teaching; Assist in carrying out program content designed by project team; and Perform any other duties, such as school performances and instrument demonstrations, as assigned to support the successful operation of the project and the school. Requirements: A bachelor’s degree in Music or above; Open-minded and willing to try new ways of teaching and learning;  Strong communication and interpersonal skills; and Demonstrated ability to work independently with high level of self-motivation and accountability. Remarks: The applicant should possess substantial experience and qualifications in teaching one or more of the following instruments: Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon, Trumpet, Horn, Trombone, Tuba, Saxophone and Percussion; and The appointee is required to work from one of the following locations: Kwai Tsing, Kwun Tong, North, Yuen Long, Tuen Mun, Sha Tin, Sham Shui Po, Tai Po, Kowloon City, Yau Tsim Mong, and Wong Tai Sin District.  Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Procedure: Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for an interview 8 weeks after submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer. Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.