Kogi State Polytechnic - Lokoja

The Faculty of Humanities invites applications for the position of PROFESSOR OF RUSSIAN for a fixed-term appointment from 1 August 2026 to 31 December 2029. The position is based at the Department of Languages. The appointee’s duties include conducting and supervising research on the Russian language, delivering research-informed teaching, following developments in scholarship, and participating in public engagement and international collaboration in the field. The appointee will also contribute to a range of administrative and expert duties within the University community. JOB DESCRIPTION The position covers research on the Russian language and related teaching. The successful candidate is expected to be a scholar of the Russian language with an international profile and demonstrable capacity for research leadership. The role requires a versatile language scholar who, in addition to specialist expertise in Russian, possesses skills aligned with the University’s strategic plan and the focus areas of the Department of Languages. Research experience in other Slavic languages will be considered an asset. The professor of Russian will conduct and supervise scholarly research and deliver teaching across the bachelor’s and master’s programmes in languages and the Doctoral Programme in the Humanities. The appointee will be responsible, alongside other teachers in the discipline, for advanced teaching in Russian language and literature. They must be able to deliver teaching informed by their own research, supervise doctoral and other theses as well as postdoctoral researchers, head research projects, and follow developments in scholarship. The role also includes administrative duties and public engagement. In addition, the professor is expected to contribute to other teaching in the Master’s Programme in Languages and other degree programmes, including shared methodological and theoretical provision across study tracks. APPOINTMENT CRITERIA The appointee must hold a doctoral degree and possess advanced academic qualifications, experience in leading scholarly research, the ability to provide research-based teaching and supervise theses, and evidence of international collaboration in their research field. Additionally, professors must possess academic leadership skills. The assessment of applicant merits considers both scholarly and teaching merits. The former include scholarly publications and other research results of scholarly value, success in obtaining external research funding, scholarly work outside Finland and international elected positions. The latter include teaching experience and pedagogical training, the ability to produce learning materials, additional teaching merits, a demonstration of teaching skills if required, and involvement in doctoral education. Also considered are applicants’ leadership and interaction skills and their active engagement in the academic and wider communities. Holders of teaching and research positions at Finnish universities must be proficient in the language in which they provide instruction, in this case Russian. To successfully perform their duties, the appointee must also have excellent English skills. SALARY The salary will be based on levels 8–10 of the job requirement scheme for teaching and research personnel in the salary system of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointee will be paid a salary component based on personal performance. The position carries an annual salary of €80,500–€99,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications, and includes a six-month trial period. The University of Helsinki offers its staff occupational health and fitness services, professional development opportunities, and a first-class research and teaching environment, alongside the conditions necessary for international collaboration. Applicants should note the University’s recommendations and guidelines regarding the war in Ukraine. Read more about staff benefits on our website. HOW TO APPLY Applications, together with the required attachments, must be submitted via the University of Helsinki recruitment system using the link below. Internal applicants, defined as current University employees, must submit their applications via the SAP Fiori portal. Applicants are requested to provide the following documents in English as a single PDF file: A short cover letter A curriculum vitae A report (maximum 5 pages) on the applicant’s teaching expertise  A report (maximum 5 pages) outlining the applicant’s research activities, including engagement in the academic community, success in securing research funding and international research activity  A written statement (maximum 2 pages) presenting the applicant’s vision for their research and the development of the field A numbered list of publications See instructions. No other attachments, such as letters of recommendation or certificates, are required at this stage. Applicants should note that, after the closing date, the appointment committee will ask shortlisted candidates to select and submit up to 10 publications for assessment via the recruitment system. Candidates will also be invited to attend an interview and, where appropriate, provide a separate report of their teaching merits and deliver a teaching demonstration. The closing date for applications is 8 February 2026. FURTHER INFORMATION Further information about the position is available from Professor Tomi Huttunen tomi.huttunen@helsinki.fi. For enquiries about the recruitment process, please contact HR Specialist Jenni Syväoja (jenni.syvaoja@helsinki.fi).

School/Section: University Senior Management Division: Principal's Office Staff Category: Academic Position Type: Full Time Duration of Post: Substantive Grade: Competitive Salary From: Competitive Remuneration package Salary to: Competitive Remuneration package Location: Aberdeen Closing Date: 30/01/2026 Ref No: PRO001A Documents: Further Particulars.pdf (PDF, 1148.42kb) We are seeking an exceptional academic leader to join us as Provost to champion and drive academic excellence across all areas of our work. Reporting to the Principal and Vice-Chancellor, and working as a key member of the Senior Management Team, the Provost will play a central role in delivering the ambitions of our Aberdeen 2040 strategy. The Provost will provide strategic and operational leadership to all Schools through the line-management of Heads of School, ensuring the delivery of high-quality education, an excellent student experience, and world-leading research and innovation. They will oversee School plans and budgets, support performance against institutional KPIs, and work collaboratively with colleagues across the University to embed a strong culture of excellence and accountability. A key aspect of the role is providing executive leadership for strategic planning, including the ongoing development and monitoring of Aberdeen 2040 and oversight of the University’s strategic planning processes. This is a pivotal time to join Aberdeen. We have launched Adapting for Continued Success, a major University-wide transformation programme that will design and implement a new operating model to support our academic mission, strengthen long-term financial sustainability, and ensure we continue to evolve in response to the changing needs of our community and the wider world. Alongside this, we are undertaking a Governance Efficiency Review covering Court, Senate, Senior Management and General Council, with the aim of delivering streamlined, effective governance that will enable the University to realise its long-term ambitions. We are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking academic leader with a strong record of achievement in education and/or research, substantial senior experience in developing and delivering academic strategy, and a proven ability to manage resources efficiently. The successful candidate will bring a performance-driven mindset, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to influence and negotiate effectively at senior levels. They will have a deep understanding of the challenges facing the HE sector, strong judgement, and the ability to motivate and lead multi-disciplinary teams, while confidently delegating and empowering colleagues. How to Apply This is an exceptional opportunity to play a defining role in shaping the future of one of the UK’s oldest and most ambitious universities. To find out more and apply, please click here or contact Nick Edwards  n.edwards@abdn.ac.uk  for an informal discussion.

University of Nottingham Ningbo China is seeking to recruit a Professor in Economics in School of Economics The School of Economics seeks a distinguished scholar for a faculty position at the Full Professor level. The ideal candidate will be at the forefront of research that integrates modern machine learning methods with economic theory and econometric analysis. We are particularly interested in individuals whose work addresses substantive economic questions—such as causal inference in high-dimensional settings, algorithmic behavioral economics, forecasting economic indicators, or modeling complex market equilibria—using tools from machine learning. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a vibrant, externally funded research program, teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and contribute to the intellectual leadership of the department and the university's broader data science initiatives. The successful candidate will be initially offered a five-year contract. The remuneration package for the successful candidate will include a competitive salary package, as well as accommodation allowance, health insurance, schooling support, home flight, relocation & repatriation support, and paid annual leave. Informal enquires may be addressed to Sarah Cook, Professor in Economics, Head of School, email: Sarah.Cook@nottingham.edu.cn. Please note that applications sent directly to this address will not be accepted. Applications must be submitted on-line before 23:59 Beijing Time, 27 Feb 2026 at https://jobs.nottingham.edu.cn/job/184440/ If you are unable to apply on-line please contact the Human Resources Office, job@nottingham.edu.cn. About Us Join a unique British University in China. The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in China. This award winning campus offering a UK style education has grown to establish a student body of over 10,000 in 22 years. The University of Nottingham Ningbo, China, a pioneer in Sino-foreign tertiary education, is rapidly expanding. It is looking for ambitious, talented academics with a passion for teaching as well as research flair to join its team of science and engineering experts. UNNC is part of the University of Nottingham’s Global University, and offers unique teaching and research opportunities in a highly dynamic economy. Equality and Diversity University of Nottingham Ningbo China is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our intention to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential, regardless of gender, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age*, socio-economic background, disability, religious or political beliefs, trade union membership, family circumstances, sexual orientation or other irrelevant distinction.