Kwansei Gakuin University

Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations. Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/. Applications are now invited for the following posts: Associate Professor/Assistant Professor Division of Artificial Intelligence (Post Ref.: 25/72) The Division is looking for an experienced Associate Professor/Assistant Professor who will (1) conduct high-quality research in the state-of-the-art areas in artificial intelligence, natural language processing, large language models, and computer vision; (2) secure external competitive research grants in various funding bodies; (3) teach multiple subjects in both undergraduate-level and postgraduate-level programs in data science areas focusing on industrial data sciences, blockchain, data sciences, artificial intelligence, etc.; (4) work on the promotions and admissions as well as the operations for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, and (5) contribute to other administrative duties as required by the supervisors. General Requirements Candidates should have (i) a doctoral degree in a relevant data science, computer science, artificial intelligence, information engineering, or other relevant areas; (ii) a strong publication record and outstanding citation counts in the research areas; (iii) experience in applying external grants and teaching relevant courses and relevant programme administrative experience will be advantages; (iv) good command of English and Chinese (including Mandarin). For the post of Associate Professor, six years of relevant experience in the tenure-track academic post should be required. The candidates with less experience will be considered as Assistant Professor. Appointment The conditions of appointment will be competitive. The rank and remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund, gratuity and incoming passage and baggage allowance for the eligible appointees. Appointments will normally be made on a fixed-term contract of up to three years. Appointment will normally be made on an initial contract of three years, which, subject to review and mutual agreement, may lead to longer-term appointment with possibility of consideration for substantiation. Application Procedure (online application only) Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Applicants shall provide names and contact information of at least three referees to whom applicants’ consent has been given for their providing references. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will continue until the posts are filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the posts advertised, or to fill the posts by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Department: Department of Other Foreign Languages – Faculty of Education Deadline: 25 Jun 2026 Start date: 01.09.2026 Job type: full-time Job field: Science and research | Education and schooling In accordance with Section 77 of Act No. 111/98 Coll., the Dean of the Faculty of Education of Masaryk University announces a selection procedure to fill the position of Head of Department of Other Foreign Languages The Department of Other Foreign Languages ​​was established by merging the Department of French Language and Literature, the Department of German Language and Literature, and the Department of Russian Language and Literature. OUR REQUIREMENTS Qualification conditions: Achieved academic or researcher degree (professor, associate professor, Ph.D., or equal) in the field as above or similar, potential for management position and experience with foreign cooperation and international projects, professional and personal potential for development of the field and research, experience in education and research in the field, relevant educational, publishing and creative activities (including foreign activities), advanced level of academic English, knowledge of other language is a plus, ability to teach in the Czech language (minimum level C1 or native speaker). Required knowledge, skills, abilities: User knowledge of PC: MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook), knowledge of secure data management, ability to collaborate through digital technologies (MS Teams, ZOOM, etc.), good organizational and communication skills, independence, responsibility. WE OFFER Employee benefits Eight weeks of vacation, flexible working hours, pension contribution, meals in MU canteens,  possibility to use sports facilities in Brno. Work environment Employment in a prestigious institution awarded the HR Excellence in Research Award, combining science with teaching activities, a well-equipped working environment in a well accessible location in Brno. Education and development Career development and growth, the possibility of being assigned a mentor on entry,  education, language and other courses provided by MU, use of MUNI libraries, possibility to take advantage of foreign stays and internships, participation in conferences. HOW TO APPLY? Apply via the online application link until June 26, 2026 and submit the required documents: Structured CV in PDF format (min. 1 A4) Cover letter in PDF format Copy of diploma from the highest level of education (without notarial certificate) The department's development concept for the coming term (pedagogical, research, project, personnel and economic development strategy, including the development of internationalisation) In the days following the application deadline, you will receive information about further procedures MORE INFORMATION Submitting the required documents when sending the e-application In case of failure to provide the copies via the e-application, the applicant will be at most once asked to provide them by a specific date. If he/she fails to submit the materials by that date, he/she will not be admitted to the next round of the selection process, which is the interview. Selection process and selection criteria submission of all required documents in the e-application, knowledge of the Czech language in both written and verbal form, the candidate's profile compliance with the requirements for the position. Non-discrimination declaration At that Faculty of Education, Masaryk University, we promote equal access; every applicant has a chance to get a job regardless of age, gender, social or other disadvantages. Selection procedures are conducted following the University Selection Procedure Regulations. Information about the faculty The Faculty of Education, recipient of the prestigious international HR Excellence in Research Award, is a faculty with a relevant research focus based on interdisciplinarity linking teaching, scientific research and social engagement in academia. It develops HR strategy, supports career development, reconciliation of work and personal life of employed persons and provides a diverse range of benefits.

Job Responsibilities 1. Establishment and Improvement of Research Management System Develop and continuously improve the full life-cycle management system for research projects (application, process, funding, completion, archiving, etc.). Prioritize the establishment and optimization of management systems for research (technology transfer) , including IP management, outcome evaluation, transfer procedures, benefit distribution, contract review, etc. Lead the formulation of management systems for research platform construction and operation (e.g., application, construction, assessment, open-access mechanisms for key labs and other internal/joint platforms). Regularly track the latest national and local policies, dynamically adjust the system to ensure compliance and forward-looking approach. 2. Research Project Application and Management Oversee the application, follow-up services, and full-process management of science & technology and social science projects at national, provincial, and municipal levels (progress, funding, interim review, changes, final acceptance, etc.). Organize the review of research outcomes after project completion to provide a pipeline for technology transfer. 3. Technology Transfer Management Responsible for the screening, evaluation, promotion, and implementation of technology transfer (including patent assignment, licensing, equity contribution, technical development/consulting/services, etc.). Liaise with enterprises, investment institutions, technology transfer centers, and other external resources to promote industry-university-research collaboration and the realization of scientific outcomes. Organize the negotiation, signing, filing, and benefit distribution implementation of technology transfer contracts. Regularly collect and report technology transfer data to support evaluations by higher authorities. 4. Research Platform Construction and Management Lead the application, justification, project initiation, and mid-term/acceptance evaluation of various research platforms at all levels. Responsible for the daily operation management, equipment sharing, open project setup, and performance self-assessment of established platforms. Coordinate resources across internal colleges and external partner institutions to improve platform construction and output efficiency. Promote platform services for discipline development, talent training, and social service. 5. Government Liaison and External Relations Assist and lead the liaison, communication, coordination, and reporting with government departments at all levels (science & technology, social science, education, etc.). Actively maintain and expand cooperation relationships with universities, research institutes, enterprises, industry associations, and other internal/external partners. 6. Document Drafting and General Support Responsible for drafting various official documents, reports, applications, summaries, system files, leadership speeches, etc., in both Chinese and English. Complete other tasks assigned by the presidium. Key Requirements Master's degree or above; preference for candidates with a background in science or engineering. Familiarity with university research management models and awareness of global research trends; relevant research background preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience in university research management, including at least 3 years in a managerial role. Solid knowledge of national and local research management policies, fund regulations; strong writing skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Chinese and English. Strong coordination, communication, execution, and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. High professional integrity and sense of responsibility; meticulous, self-disciplined, and committed to research integrity. Strong team management and service-orientation skills; ability to coordinate cross-departmental resources. Expected Onboarding Time ASAP Salary and Benefits Competitive Salary in the Market (13th Month Salary) Allowance: Travel Allowance / Phone Allowance / High Temperature Allowance, Etc. 5 Types of Social Insurance and 1 Housing Provident Fund Commercial insurance Transitional Apartments Arrangement Working environment that is open to the world and strongly oriented towards sustainability, diversity and internationality How to apply 1. Please prepare the following documents: Current English&Chinese CV Cover Letter (addressed to the President) 2 Reference Letters Teaching Qualification Documents, Qualifications (if available) Documents ceyinrtifg the professor's (if available) Academic Degree Certificates 2. Please import all files into one PDF 3. Please name the PDF as "Position - Your Name" 4. Please send all files to recruitment@hibiuh.edu.cn