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The University of Vienna is a community of almost 11,000 individuals, including approximately 7,700 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. Fueled by curiosity and a deep sense of duty, they contribute invaluable insights to research and teaching, enriching our society. Are you inspired and driven by the desire to make a meaningful impact? We are currently seeking a/an University Assistant postdoctoral 50 Faculty of Life Sciences Startdate: 2026-09-01T00:00:00Z | Working hours: 20 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Limited until: 31.08.2029 Reference no.: 5934 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! Your personal sphere of play: The research group of Prof. Dr. Ina Bergheim, Molecular Nutritional Science, Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Vienna, is looking for support in human studies focusing on the interaction of nutrition, metabolic liver disease and immune responses. We are an interdisciplinary research team working at the interfaces between nutrition and the development of metabolic diseases as well as healthy aging. We build on a good working atmosphere, close collaboration with our students, self-dependent involvement, and coordination of research projects. Your future tasks: You will be responsible for the conceptualization, co-coordination and co-supervision of studies focusing on the effect of nutrition on the gut-liver axis with a particular emphasis on TLR signaling pathways and immune responses, in humans and cell culture models. Participation in paper writing and publication, independent teaching, as defined by the collective agreement, is expected. Furthermore, you will be expected to supervise students, participate in evaluation measures and quality assurance, and be involved in the department administration, as well as teaching and research administration. This is part of your personality: Completed doctoral/PhD studies in the field of Nutritional Sciences or related disciplines (e.g., life sciences) Outstanding dissertation Lively interested in science Very good knowledge in nutritional human physiology Hands-on experiences in conducting human intervention studies as well as molecular methods and cell culture experiments assessing inflammatory responses Ability to communicate fluently in German and English High interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and showing a high level of motivation for research What we offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time work (upon agreement). Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment. Good public transport connections: Your workplace in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport. Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge. Fixed-term contract and fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 5.014,30 (14 times a year) for a period of 3 years if we can credit professional experience. Duration of contract: 3 years (50%, 20 working hours per week) Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! It is that easy to apply: With your scientific curriculum vitae / letter of intent With your list of publications With your summary of research interests and research agenda of the intended habilitation project (max. 1 p.) Doctoral Degree  Contact details of persons who could provide reference letters Via our job portal/ Apply now -  button If you have any questions, please contact: Ina Bergheim ina.bergheim@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: 07/21/2026  Post Doc

Full time, continuing position Academic level D ($176,883 - $194,868) + 17% Superannuation Based at the Melbourne City campus and flexible working arrangements About the Position The Associate Professor will provide leadership and foster excellence in teaching and research efforts of the School, within the University, and with the community and professional sectors. The Associate Professor is responsible for providing original, innovative and distinguished contributions to the School's programs, for maintaining and advancing their scholarly, research and/or professional capabilities relevant to the discipline of law at a national and international level. The Associate Professor will also teach and make a significant contribution to teaching and learning in the discipline with the aim of improving learning outcomes for students and to contribute substantively to the academic and administrative, consultative and coordination tasks involved with these courses. The Associate Professor will have expertise in using educational technologies in delivery of legal education. The Associate Professor will develop, engage in and lead high-quality research projects that are aligned with the University's research focus areas to achieve success in attracting research funding and produce high-quality outputs in the discipline of law. The Associate Professor will have an important research leadership role in embedding their research expertise into the life of the School, supporting early and mid-career academics, and will be required to develop high-quality, productivity-driven collaborations across the School, RMIT and with local, national and global partners. The Associate Professor will make a significant contribution to the planning and strategic direction of the School, taking on academic leadership roles involving participation in various committees within the School, College and University and external to the University, as appropriate. The Associate Professor may be appointed as Deputy Head of School of Law, as a Program Manager or other leadership roles or to provide strategic leadership for learning and teaching or research and scholarship. To be successful in this position, you'll have:   Demonstrated ability to coordinate large core courses, prepare and deliver high-quality curriculum materials and manage a teaching team. Nationally recognised research track record including substantial record of research outputs in high-quality outlets and emerging international recognition Extensive experience in research leadership with the ability to build and develop collaborative research teams, mentor academic staff to deliver high-quality outcomes, attract and secure external research funding to sustain research effort, manage funded research projects including complex budgets and reporting requirements. Extensive experience in attracting and supervising higher degree by research candidates to completion and supporting their publications and networks. Demonstrated ability to lead scholarly development and manage and supervise academic teams and members. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to financial, governance and quality management systems within a university. Demonstrated high level of interpersonal, communication and negotiating skills including the ability to consult with senior executives, external bodies, produce executive reports, negotiate agreed directions, outcomes and targets within a collaborative environment. Demonstrated leadership capability with the potential to contribute to and grow within a senior management team, including working toward shared goals and organisational objectives. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. About the School of Law The School of Law, launched in 2025, emerged from the Graduate School of Business and Law. The School provides an open and collaborative intellectual environment, with academics who stand at the frontiers of interdisciplinary knowledge creation that is both rigorous and relevant, benefiting business, the legal system, and society at large. The School of Law, located at the historic Emily McPherson Building, provides RMIT law students with an engaging learning environment, superior educational resources, quality teaching staff and strong industry connections. Our research approach focuses on co-creation with stakeholders in a range of different sectors across Australia, the Asia Pacific, and the world. Through our research, we aim to develop thought leaders in important technological, social, environmental, and economic debates. Law academics are involved in research across many fields of law and engage in interdisciplinary research. Interest areas include Business and Human Rights, Law and Technology, International Law, Labour Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Access to Justice, Company Law and Corporate Governance and Regulation, Climate and Energy Law, Gender Justice and Mental Health Law. Our teaching programs are intricately linked to our research efforts, and we teach students the same techniques that we use to help solve the most complex problems facing the legal sector. The Juris Doctor Program (JD) was introduced in July 2007 and provides non-law graduates the opportunity to obtain a qualification that leads to entry into the legal profession. In 2021 RMIT commenced offering accredited Bachelor programs in Law including Law double degrees, Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Accounting and in 2025, the Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Professional Communication and Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Commerce. Our strength lies in our ability to develop well-educated, self-aware and highly competent graduates. For more information please visit: School of Law - RMIT University To Apply Please submit the below documents for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page: CV Short cover letter outlining your interest in the position Separate document addressing the Key Selection Criteria For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Medina (Talent Acquisition) via email medina.hubanic@rmit.edu.au. Position Description - Associate Professor, Law Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click 'apply' and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Due to recent upgrades, position description links may not work on LinkedIn advertisements.

Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) invites nominations and applications for the position of President and Vice-Chancellor to assume office in August 2027. Energised by its 10-year Institutional Strategic Plan 2018-2028 (ISP), HKBU is poised to elevate its international standing and advance as a world-class, research-led institution distinguished by transdisciplinary excellence, cutting-edge innovation, and profound societal impact. To guide the University through this critical next chapter, HKBU is seeking an inspiring, visionary, and dynamic leader. The University Founded in 1956, HKBU aspires to be a leading research-led University in Asia for the world, delivering academic and research excellence in a caring, creative, and global culture. Guided by its mission of whole-person education and the advancement of knowledge for societal impact, the University aligns its strategic vision with key national development priorities, including the 15th Five-Year Plan and the goal of establishing a leading nation in education by 2035. In tandem with these national objectives, HKBU plays a pivotal role in supporting Hong Kong’s own evolution into an international hub for high-calibre professionals, actively driving the integrated development of education, technology, and talent. To realise these ambitions, HKBU relies on its robust and diverse community. Today, HKBU is home to approximately 1,000 academic and teaching staff, a total workforce of around 3,200, and over 18,000 students. The University offers a comprehensive suite of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various Faculties and Schools: Arts and Social Sciences, Business, Chinese Medicine, Communication, Creative Arts, Science, and Continuing Education. Beyond its Hong Kong campuses, HKBU’s footprint extends into the Chinese Mainland, where, in partnership with Beijing Normal University, it proudly pioneered the establishment of a modern liberal arts institution, Beijing Normal-Hong Kong Baptist University in Zhuhai. To further deepen cross-boundary collaboration, the University has launched strategic hubs such as the Institute of Research and Continuing Education in Shenzhen and the HKBU Qianhai Institute for Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship. These initiatives cement HKBU’s expanding role within the Guangdong‑Hong Kong‑Macao Greater Bay Area and the broader national innovation ecosystems. For more information about the University, please visit http://www.hkbu.edu.hk.  The Role Reporting directly to the Council, the President and Vice-Chancellor serves as the chief executive and academic leader of HKBU. Supported by a senior management team including the Provost, three Vice-Presidents, and the Chief Innovation Officer, the appointee holds accountability for the University’s strategic direction, academic vitality, and institutional sustainability. At its core, this leadership mandate requires driving transdisciplinary advancement and championing research translation, ensuring HKBU’s scholarly breakthroughs address complex global challenges and deliver tangible societal impact. The President and Vice-Chancellor will also steer the University’s trajectory in close alignment with national development goals, while simultaneously expanding HKBU’s international footprint. The appointee will leverage these regional and global networks to forge strategic partnerships and secure vital resources for long-term growth. Success in these ambitious endeavours requires a unifying leader who can engage diverse stakeholders and cultivate a forward-looking campus culture that honours the University’s heritage. The Person The successful candidate will be evaluated against the following core criteria: Academic Excellence and Credibility: The ideal candidate will be a well-known expert and established scholar with an international reputation of eminence in their academic discipline. This leader must possess a distinguished track record of teaching, learning, research, and service. Furthermore, the successful appointee will demonstrate a proven capacity to advance scholarly excellence, foster interdisciplinary research, drive innovation, and champion knowledge transfer to deliver tangible societal and economic impact. Strategic Leadership and Vision: The appointee must be capable of aligning the University’s mission with the myriad challenges and opportunities facing higher education locally, regionally, and globally. By championing the University’s goals with progressive and innovative thinking, this leader will play a critical role in HKBU’s future development. Crucially, the candidate should demonstrate a deep understanding of, and ability to align with, the Nation’s education and development priorities while simultaneously enhancing the University’s international standing and global connections. Institutional Management and Governance: Bringing proven university leadership and management abilities, the candidate should have extensive experience leading complex institutions through periods of transformation, growth, and change. This requires strong capabilities in strategic planning, vision realisation, and effective resource management. The incoming President and Vice-Chancellor must also exhibit strong crisis management skills, the ability to attract, retain, and motivate top-tier academic and administrative talent, and the foresight to provide clear direction and guidance to the senior management team on issue management. The leader will leverage excellent organisational skills to uphold good corporate governance practices and ensure institutional sustainability. External Relations and Advocacy: Serving as an articulate and effective communicator, the successful candidate will represent and promote the University’s interests. This requires a strong track record in liaison work with the Government, external organisations, professional bodies, higher education institutions, research and development bodies, and innovation and technology platforms. Excellent interpersonal skills are essential to drive successful fundraising initiatives, secure resources, and build strategic partnerships and collaborations at local, regional, national, and international levels. Personal Attributes and Values: The University seeks a dedicated leader characterised by passion, enthusiasm, and high ethical values, who respects the Christian heritage of HKBU and supports academic freedom and institutional autonomy. The appointee must be committed to building close relationships with students, staff, and alumni, and have extensive experience working collaboratively with people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs. Period of Appointment The initial appointment will normally be made on a five-year contract, renewable subject to mutual agreement Application and Nomination Procedures: Asianet Consultants (H.K.) Limited has been appointed to support this search exercise. Interested parties are invited to send their applications (which should include a cover letter and a detailed resume) or nominations to Mr. Peter Liu at Unit 05, 29/F, Infinitus Plaza, 199 Des Voeux Road Central, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, or via hkbupvc@asianetconsultants.com. For enquiries, please call (852) 2530 0130. Review of applications and nominations will begin in July 2026 and continue until the position is filled. The University reserves the right not to fill the position or to fill it by invitation. All information provided will be used solely for the purposes of this search and kept strictly confidential. All personal data provided will be destroyed in due course. Hong Kong Baptist University is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an equal opportunity employer.