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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.

At the University of Vienna, almost 11,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,700 of them are academic staff members. These are individuals who, with their curiosity and their continuous pursuit of excellence, engage in international cutting-edge research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to unfold your potential. We are looking for a/an ... University Assistant postdoctoral - FWF project RE-SECURE 49 Faculty of Social Sciences Startdate: 01.01.2027 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Limited until: 31.12.2029 Reference no.: 5725 Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where over 7,500 brilliant minds have found a unique balance of freedom and support. Join us if you’re passionate about groundbreaking international research and academic excellence. Ready to be part of our team? Let’s shape the future together! About this position: We are currently seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher (Post-Doc) to join the FWF ASTRA project RE-SECURE – Remaking Security: Technopolitics in the Global East, led by Dr. Dagmar Vorlíček, at the Department of Sociology. If you are passionate about interdisciplinary research on security, and would like to contribute to an innovative international research project, we look forward to your application. The project: RE-SECURE – Remaking Security: Technopolitics in the Global East explores how expertise developed under past political regimes can be renegotiated and adapted for new security purposes. Focusing on Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) as a region marked by profound political transformations from the Cold War to the present, the project rethinks the study of security by theorizing how ways of “doing security” are shaped by history, technology, and global connections. The project examines both the symbolic and material dimensions of remaking security, while combining desk research, archival work, and field research. By analysing how technoscientific practices interact with societal understandings of security risks and global politics, RE-SECURE aims to develop an original, historically grounded, and decentered perspective on security from the perspective of the “Global East.” Your future tasks: The postdoctoral researcher will lead a case study on cybersecurity in Estonia, examining how Cold War cybernetic expertise has been reworked in the context of post-socialist security transformation of Estonia, especially towards the digital statehood, cybersecurity, and cyber-defence politics. The case study research will involve document analysis, field research with scientists, experts, and policymakers, and archival work in Estonia. The postdoc will contribute to the theoretical and methodological research on the project and will collaborate closely with the Principal Invetsigator and PhD student. Your responsibilities include: Conducting independent postdoctoral research within the RE-SECURE framework Developing and conducting a case study on cybernetics/cybersecurity in Estonia  Designing and carrying out qualitative empirical research (combining interviews, document analysis, and archival research) Contributing to comparative and conceptual work across the project’s case studies Publishing and presenting research results nationally and internationally Participating in project meetings, workshops, and research activities of the department Contributing to literature reviews, conceptual development, and joint publications of the RE-SECURE team Support the Principal Investigator in project coordination and mentoring activities Engaging in the broader academic life of the faculty Your profile: Completed PhD in sociology, political science, STS, international relations, history, anthropology, or a related discipline Research focus on politics, technology, and history Experience with interdisciplinary research  Excellent qualitative methodological skills Demonstrated ability to publish internationally Fluency in English Working knowledge of Estonian and/or Russian is an advantage Experience with field research and/or archival research  Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team What we offer: Integration into an ambitious FWF-funded international research project Structured mentoring by the Principal Investigator Training in academic research, publishing, and project management Support in career development and future academic applications A dynamic and collaborative research environment Access to the University of Vienna’s professional career development services, training programmes, and continuing education opportunities Salary according to the FWF salary rates (post-doc level), including the 13th and 14th monthly salary payments How to apply: Please submit the following documents in a single PDF file: Motivation letter (max. 3 pages), outlining your research interests and how you would contribute to the project RE-SECURE Academic CV Two writing samples (e.g. article, dissertation chapter) Contact details of three academic referees (name, institutional affiliation, email address) Via our job portal / Apply now - button. If you have any questions, please contact: Dagmar Vorlicek dagmar.vorlicek@univie.ac.at We look forward to new personalities in our team! The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection ​Application deadline: 07/31/2026

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. The role We are looking for an experienced and motivated Student Outcomes and Transitions Manager to lead a high‑impact team delivering personalised student success support across the university. In this role, you will lead and develop a team of Student Success Coaches delivering 1:1 coaching, group support, early‑intervention outreach, and ongoing case management, oversee the delivery and development of the Student Success Module, and drive innovative, evidence‑based initiatives that improve student engagement, retention, progression and graduate outcomes. You will work closely with academic colleagues and professional services to ensure students receive timely, holistic and inclusive support throughout their university journey. You will champion a data‑driven, student‑led approach, using learning analytics, evaluation and insight to shape operational delivery and continuously improve practice. This is a key leadership role with the opportunity to drive innovation, influence institutional priorities and make a genuine difference to students’ lives. About you We’re looking for someone who: Has strong experience in student support and driving outcomes-led student development programmes or similar. Is an effective people manager with a coaching mindset Can translate data and student insight into meaningful action Enjoys working collaboratively across complex stakeholder environments Is committed to equity of opportunity and experience, and inclusion  Has an innovative and intrapreneurial mindset, focused on continuous improvement If you’re passionate about student success, equity of experience and delivering impact at scale, we’d love to hear from you. How to apply Please include a cover letter detailing your interest and relevant skills/experience related to the role, along with your CV and application form as part of the application process. Please note, when uploading your application documents, select the document type you would like to attach and then upload. Repeat this for your CV and cover letter. If you would like to discuss the position informally before applying, please contact Hollie Baker, Associate Director Student Success, via email at h.baker@surrey.ac.uk  Interviews will be held on Tuesday 16th June. An Enhanced DBS check s required for this position. Further details Job Description