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Job Description SCHOOL OF CONTINUING EDUCATION EARLY CHILDHOOD AND ELEMENTARY EDUCATION DIVISION The Early Childhood and Elementary Education Division (ECEED), an academic arm of the School of Continuing Education, is the premier provider of early childhood and primary school teacher education in Hong Kong. It currently offers a range of academic programmes on a full-time or part-time basis for students pursuing courses with qualifications awarded from certificate to postgraduate levels. Applications are now invited for the following positions: Lecturer I / Lecturer II / Assistant Lecturer (25260753) The appointees are expected to perform the following duties: a) teach in their fields of studies; b) programme and curriculum development; c) co-ordinate and manage part-time teaching staff to work as a team; d) execute quality assurance requirements; e) supervise students on research projects and fieldwork practice; and f) provide guidance and counselling services to students. Applicants should possess at least a master’s degree (preferably a doctorate degree) in the related discipline as follows and demonstrate an excellent teaching record:  Child Development and Psychology Counselling and Guidance in Early Childhood Education Creative Arts in Early Childhood Education Early Childhood Education Curriculum  Educational Administration and Management in ECE Settings Language and Literacy Learning in Early Childhood  Parent Education Special Education in Early Childhood Education Those who possess a postgraduate certificate/diploma in Education and work experience in higher education/early childhood education will be highly desirable. Good interpersonal skills and willingness to work outside normal working hours are also essential.  The appointee will mainly work at the Shek Mun (Shatin) campus. The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract ending in August 2027. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding. Rank and 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 interview 4 months 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.

Department: School of Business Vacancy ID: 041923 Closing Date: 07-Jun-2026 Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. Funded by the Marine Institute, this project focuses on the Irish Maritime Industry roadmap to carbon neutrality by 2050. The concentration focus of the project is on implementation of compliance solutions for the industry, in consultation with stakeholders. The maritime industry makes a significant contribution to the Irish economy and as an island nation Ireland is quite dependent on this sector. Moving to ‘cleaner’ energy sources is challenging and involves the perspectives of different stakeholders including but not limited to ports, shipping companies, policy makers and technology providers. A particular issue of interest is in the role of digital-based solutions for green port initiatives, to achieve this objective. We are seeking an exceptional Research Assistant to join the project. The successful candidate will work as part of our Maritime Transport team in the Maynooth University School of Business, conducting research, carrying out administrative duties, and contributing to the department’s seminars and meetings. They will also help to seek additional sources of funding to ensure the longevity and sustainability of the project. This role is hands-on and interdisciplinary, requiring strong analytical, computational, and practical coding skills. The Research Assistant will play a key role in translating theoretical models into working software and supporting the continuous decarbonisation of the Irish Maritime Industry. Salary: Research Assistant: €33,792 p.a. (1 point - with increment) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Sunday, 7th of June 2025. Please note all applications must be made via our Online Recruitment Portal at the following link: https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/human-resources/vacancies Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted. Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer The position is subject to the Statutes of the University

Ref.: 536233 Work type: Full-time Department: Centre for Applied English Studies (05300) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Professor/Associate Professor and Director of the Centre for Applied English Studies, Faculty of Arts (Ref.: 536233). We seek an exceptional academic leader to provide visionary direction, drive strategic initiatives, and enhance the Centre's reputation both locally and internationally. The successful candidate will hold a tenured appointment at the rank of Professor or Associate Professor.  The University Founded in 1911, the University of Hong Kong has attained its pre-eminence as a research-led comprehensive university through upholding the highest international standards of excellence in its research pursuits, scholarship, teaching and learning, and service to the community. The University is consistently ranked amongst the world’s top universities: 11th in QS World University Rankings 2026, 1st in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026 and 33rd in Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026. In recent years, the University was ranked multiple times as the most international University in the world. Home to ten disciplinary Faculties (Architecture, Arts, Business and Economics, Dentistry, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Science, and Social Sciences), the University is committed to fostering interdisciplinary exchange with an outlook for transformative breakthroughs, innovations and global impact. There are 42,330 undergraduate and postgraduate students from 97 countries, and more than 9,600 academic, academic-related and administrative staff. The University has embarked on a number of ambitious infrastructure and facilities projects for future expansion in the Northern Metropolis, Beijing, Shanghai and Europe. The Centre for Applied English Studies (CAES) The Centre for Applied English Studies (CAES), under the Faculty of Arts at The University of Hong Kong is a leading academic unit committed to excellence in English language education and communication. Through research-led pedagogy, CAES offers a wide range of credit-bearing courses, specialized workshops, and tailored consultation services designed to enhance students’ academic, professional, and digital literacies. Guided by a vision to be a recognized leader in the scholarship and practice of academic and professional communication, CAES empowers the HKU community to communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact. This mission supports the University’s strategic goal of nurturing globally engaged graduates and fostering a culture of effective communication across disciplines. A cornerstone of CAES’s scholarly contribution is its suite of rigorous postgraduate programmes, including Master of Arts degrees and a PhD program. These include the MA in Applied Linguistics and the MA in TESOL - the latter offered jointly with the Faculty of Education. These programmes equip postgraduate students with advanced theoretical knowledge and practical research skills in language education, applied English across disciplines and contexts, and discourse analysis. The Role The Director will provide visionary academic, strategic, and operational leadership for the Centre. Key duties include: Providing academic, strategic, and operational leadership for the Centre. Fostering a dynamic environment for teaching excellence, curriculum innovation, and impactful research. Strengthening and expanding collaborations with HKU faculties, international partners, and professional bodies. Overseeing the development, delivery, and continuous enhancement of the Centre’s academic programmes and services. Mentoring CAES staff and supporting their professional development. Securing external funding and enhancing the Centre's local and international visibility and reputation. Qualifications and Qualities A PhD in Applied Linguistics, TESOL, Education, or a closely related field. A distinguished scholarly record and a demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence, commensurate with a senior tenured academic appointment. Proven leadership experience in a higher education setting, ideally within a language or communication centre, with an established global network. A strong understanding of contemporary trends in English language education, applied linguistics, and educational technology. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to engage and inspire diverse stakeholders. A demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and forward-thinking academic culture. Compensation and Benefits A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, together with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 15% of basic salary. Other benefits include annual leave and professional leave, medical benefits, and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. Application The University only accepts online applications for the above post. To ensure full consideration applicants should apply at the University’s careers site and upload: (1) a CV with publication list, (2) a cover letter, (3) an outline of your strategic vision as the Director of the Centre for Applied English Studies. Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and continue until July 31, 2026 or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. The University is committed to diversity and inclusivity. The Faculty of Arts expressly encourages qualified persons of all genders to apply.