Indian Institute of Science

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. Liverpool John Moores University has been awarded funding from UKRI to develop the Med-IREN project: Mediterranean critical Infrastructure Resilience Engineering with Nature based solutions (UKRI Horizon Europe HORIZON-MISS-2023-CLIMA-01-02) to further knowledge and practice within the field of durability of construction, to integrate Nature based Solutions into grey infrastructure to strengthen resilience in Mediterranean climate hot spots. LJMU supports the design of structures by quantifying potential waste and incorporating biomaterials using locally available resources, leveraging its expertise in molecular analysis of bio-feedstock, waste valorisation, degradation kinetics & durability, mineralogical phase characterisation of materials, lab-based testing on electrochemical techniques, microstructure performance evaluation and computational modelling. You will be self-motivated with a proven track record on molecular and microstructural analysis, waste valorisation with stabilisation, degradation kinetics & durability and engineering knowledge of electrochemical technique towards durability and performance evaluation of construction materials, aligned with SDGs and experienced on working in a team environment, able to raise the profile and promoting the activities of the project. The researcher assesses and enhances the durability of reinforced zero-cement concrete and bio-based materials compositions, utilising regional and European resources, conduct thorough laboratory testing and self-healing systems and perform a variety of durability tests. The role provides the unique opportunity to work with a driven and hardworking research team within the University, along with researchers from the School of Engineering and Built Environment. You will be self-motivated, highly results-oriented individual with a proven track record of achieving ambitious goals and exceeding expectations in a relevant discipline. This is a fixed term post for 2 years. 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. LJMU are committed to adhering to the Principles set out in the Researcher Development Concordat; in line with this all fixed-term researchers will be supported to complete 10 days professional development activities per year (pro-rata). 

The University of Bristol is one of the UK’s most successful and internationally recognised universities, ranked 51st in the world and 8th in the UK in the QS World University Rankings 2026. With a community of over 31,000 students and 9,000 staff, the University continues to grow in scale and ambition, underpinned by significant investment across its academic environment and estate. Our Temple Quarter Enterprise Campus opens its doors in September 2026, a transformative new development in the heart of the city. Bringing together world‑class teaching and research in innovation, digital engineering and emerging technologies, the campus will deepen the University’s role in the region and create new opportunities for collaboration with industry, communities and civic partners. Alongside this, the University is extending its global reach with a new Mumbai Enterprise Campus from August 2026, strengthening its international partnerships and educational offering in one of the world’s most dynamic urban centres. Against this backdrop, the University is seeking to appoint a Deputy Vice‑Chancellor & Provost (DVC). As the University’s Chief Academic Officer and a key member of the senior leadership team, they will work closely with the President & Vice‑Chancellor, to provide visible academic leadership across the institution. Deputising when required, the DVC ensures that academic vision is realised through clear strategy, inspiring leadership, strong governance and effective planning. The DVC will shape and deliver Bristol’s academic strategy in line with the University’s ambitions for 2030, ensuring excellence across research, education and the student experience. They will lead and support the Faculty Pro Vice‑Chancellors and thematic PVCs across a newly established three‑faculty structure, bringing coherence to academic priorities and ensuring that resources, performance and planning are aligned with institutional goals. We are seeking an outstanding academic leader with substantial experience at senior leadership level, typically at Dean or equivalent level as a minimum. Candidates will bring a record of leading major organisational change in a complex environment, strong financial and analytical capability, and an ability to inspire confidence among staff, partners and the Board of Trustees. A commitment to Bristol’s values, and to fostering an inclusive, high‑performing academic community are essential. Closing date: Sunday 15th March 2026, 5:00 pm

Ref.: 534483 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Urban Planning and Design (01300) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Professor on Tenure Terms in the Department of Urban Planning and Design (Ref. 534483), to commence in January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter. HKU’s Department of Urban Planning and Design (DUPAD) is an internationally leading planning school with excellence in teaching and research in urban and regional development, urban analytics and smart cities, climate urban resilience and planetary, transport city and society, housing and social development. Its vision is to offer leadership in intellectual and methodological developments in the field, as well as making lasting impact on urban planning, management and policy developments in Hong Kong, mainland China, the Belt and Road Region and further afield. DUPAD is celebrating its 45th Anniversary, with a history of blending urban science, planning, design and policy analytics and has one of the strongest groups of urban scholars and scientists in the world. It is also active in interdisciplinary research, with strong links with geography, public health, real-estate and urban economics, transport, architecture, social science and environmental science groups in HKU and other universities. The Department is one of the most well-established and globally respected urban research centres in the Asia-Pacific region. The Department offers a range of taught undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, and M.Phil./Ph.D. research programmes in urban and regional development and governance, spatial economy and planning, transport studies, urban analytics and smart cities, housing studies, healthy cities and urban environmental studies. Information about the Department can be obtained at https://www.arch.hku.hk/programmes/upad/. The Department seeks an outstanding scholar with proven international leadership in research, teaching and knowledge exchange in the field of urban and regional planning, and/or urban/regional economics. Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree in relevant fields, and a good general background in urban scholarship as well as their research specialisms. They should have a distinguished and sustained record of conducting high-quality impactful research, as indicated by publications and competitive grants, international recognition for scholarship, capability of leading interdisciplinary projects and proven managerial and leadership skills. In addition, applicants should demonstrate a strong track record of high-quality teaching and a commitment to mentoring the next generation of scholars, researchers, and educators. They should also have versatile academic ability and personality, intellectual and practical vision, and an aspiration/ability to develop strong connections with industry and the public sector. A track record of research in the Asia-Pacific region will be an advantage but is not essential. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary.  Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V., a research statement and future plans, and teaching philosophy. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until May 29, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.