Konan University

About the project You will join an interdisciplinary project delivered through a collaboration between the Institute of Sound and Vibration Research, the School of Biological Sciences, and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Southampton. The project will deliver an integrated understanding of plant acoustic emission generation and reception, including transmission pathways through plant tissues and (where relevant) soil. The modelling work will be tightly coupled to experimental campaigns and will use image-derived structures (including XCT images where available) to develop mechanistic, validated mathematical multiscale models. We are recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Associate with a modelling background to lead development of the project’s multiphysics modelling framework. Key accountabilities / duties You will: Develop models describing acoustic emission generation and reception/sensitivity in plants, aligned with experimental observations. Build image-informed model geometries and structures (e.g., using XCT datasets available within the team) and develop appropriate multiscale representations. Implement and run multiphysics simulations (e.g., vibroacoustics/wave propagation in complex media; soil–plant coupling where relevant), including parameter studies and sensitivity analyses. Work iteratively with experimental colleagues to guide measurement design, interpret results and perform model validation. Contribute to reproducible modelling workflows (version control, documentation, shareable code and outputs) and participate in production of open research outputs. Support and lead preparation of publications, presentations and final project deliverables. Candidate requirements Essential PhD (or near completion) or equivalent qualifications and experience in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Acoustics, Computational Science or a closely related discipline. Strong experience in numerical/computational modelling (e.g., FEM/multiphysics, wave propagation, computational mechanics). Evidence of scientific programming and good software/reproducibility practice (e.g., Python/MATLAB/C++ and/or established modelling platforms). Familiarity with asymptotic and multiscale mathematical analysis methods to ground proof numerical simulations Strong communication skills and ability to work across disciplinary boundaries. Desirable Experience with image-based modelling workflows (CT/XCT segmentation-to-mesh pipelines). Experience with inverse problems, uncertainty quantification, or modelling of biological tissues/porous media. Informal enquiries: Michal Kalkowski m.kalkowski@soton.ac.uk

Applications are invited for:- Department of Curriculum and Instruction Professor/ Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor in English Language Education (Ref: 260000B1) The Department of Curriculum and Instruction of the Faculty of Education at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is a dynamic centre in the Asia-Pacific region for teaching and research in the broad areas of curriculum and instruction. In addition to Faculty-based undergraduate teacher education, Postgraduate Diploma in Education, Master of Education, Doctor of Education and PhD programmes, the Department offers several Master of Arts/ Science programmes as well as research supervision across a range of subject areas. The Faculty of Education of CUHK is an international centre for professional training and research in education. Detailed information about the Faculty of Education and the Department is available at http://www.fed.cuhk.edu.hk/. The Department now invites applications for full-time appointment as Professor/ Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor in English Language Education. Applicants should have (i) excellent academic qualifications including a relevant doctoral degree; (ii) a strong commitment to excellent teaching; and (iii) a track record of active research and publications. Applicants for appointment at the Professor/ Associate Professor should have a track record of outstanding research and publications, as well as success in obtaining competitive research grants. They should also have a proven record of strong scholarship with an international impact, invitations to speak at major international academic meetings, and supervision of research postgraduate students. The appointee will (a) teach and design courses related to English language teaching for teachers in primary and secondary schools and other TESOL professionals; (b) undertake scholarly research and seek external competitive research grants; (c) conduct teaching practicum supervision; (d) supervise doctoral students; and (e) direct and manage programmes. Applicants should complete the online application form and upload a full curriculum vitae with details of three referees. Appointment will normally be made on contract basis for up to three years initially, which may lead to longer-term appointment or substantiation, subject to funding and mutual agreement. Review of applications will start on April 15, 2026. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Application Procedure 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.

Influential academic leadership opportunity to shape the future of business education Full-time, fixed-term basis for up to five years Based at ACU's North Sydney or Melbourne campus; with a national focus Australian Catholic University (ACU) is a public institution grounded in Catholic tradition, dedicated to academic excellence, human dignity and the common good. Ranked among the top Catholic universities globally, ACU has seven campuses across Australia, a campus in Rome, Italy and a rapidly growing online presence through ACU Online. Reporting to the Executive Dean, Faculty of Law and Business, the Dean of the Peter Faber Business School (PFBS) will provide exceptional academic and strategic leadership, to advance excellence across learning and teaching, research and external engagement, while strengthening the school's contribution to ACU's mission and strategic priorities. The school is committed to developing reflective, ethical and globally minded business leaders. All programs are underpinned by Catholic Social Teaching and the UN Principles of Responsible Management Education, with community engagement embedded within the undergraduate experience. The school holds prestigious AACSB accreditation, placing it among the top six per cent of business schools worldwide. The Dean will lead the development and implementation of a clear strategic vision for the school, with a strong focus on course innovation, research performance, professional accreditation, financial sustainability and the enhancement of the student experience. The role requires entrepreneurial leadership, sound financial stewardship and the ability to lead and inspire a diverse academic community across campuses. The ideal candidate will hold a doctoral qualification in a relevant business or management discipline and demonstrate outstanding academic leadership across research and teaching, including high-quality publications and competitive grant success. The successful candidate will also bring a demonstrated track record of successful degree portfolio development, budget and resource management and mentoring of academic staff. Experience maintaining and strengthening professional accreditations, particularly AACSB, will be highly regarded. The capacity to nurture industry and community partnerships, promote interdisciplinary engagement and foster a culture of high performance and collegiality is critical to this appointment. The role demands outstanding interpersonal, communication and influencing skills, together with sophisticated relationship and stakeholder management capability. The ability to align strategic decision-making with ACU's Mission and values will be fundamental to success. ACU has partnered with Kuras Leadership Search for the recruitment of this position. For a confidential discussion or to request a copy of the Candidate Information Pack, please contact Betty Kuras on +61 3 9653 9599 or via email at apply@kurasleadershipsearch.com quoting job code 2625. Applications close: 06-APR-2026 at 11:59pm AUS Eastern Standard Time Preferred candidates will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks, including those related to gender-based violence and foreign interference, in line with ACU's compliance requirements. Candidates must hold Australian work rights to apply for this position. For permanent/continuing roles, applicants must have permanent work rights. For further information visit Immigration and Citizenship(homeaffairs.gov.au) Your Privacy of personal information is maintained in accordance with ACU policy. For more details visit: www.acu.edu.au/careers ACU is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and enables our people to reach their potential. This is underpinned by our mission and values, grounded in our respect for all people and the advancement of the common good. In line with our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences. ACU is recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter and veterans are encouraged to apply. ACU offers support for candidates that may require adjustments through the recruitment process.