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=95th in World University Rankings 2026
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Founded in 1666, Lund University is a public research university in Sweden that consistently ranks among the world’s top universities.

Located in the city of Lund, in southern Sweden (close to Denmark and Germany), the university also has campuses in Malmö and Helsingborg.

Home to over 41,000 students, 3,000 of them postgraduate, and more than 7,000 staff, it is considered to be one of the biggest Nordic educational and research institutions.

It also boasts one of Scandinavia’s most extensive educational programmes, with over 300 degree programmes and 2,000 courses. Its areas of teaching and research expertise include economics, arts and humanities, theology, law, music and theatre, medicine, science and social sciences.

Lund University’s Library, founded in 1666 at the same time as the university, is one of the country’s oldest and largest buildings.

The city itself dates back to 990, offering 1,000 years of history in its cobble-stone streets, alongside the more modern day attractions of shopping, restaurants and music venues.

With over 600 partner universities in more than 70 countries, Lund belongs to the League of European Research Universities, and Universitas 21, a global network of research universities.

It’s also home to two important scientific facilities: the MAX IV – an electron accelerator laboratory for research into radiation, nuclear physics and accelerator physics – and the European Spallation Source (ESS), for materials research.

The city of Lund has the youngest population of any in Sweden and its atmosphere is described as ‘youthful and laid back.’

The university has dark blue and bronze as its colours, and a motto, Ad utrumque, which translates as ‘Prepared for both the book and the sword’.

It lays claim to many innovations and new discoveries, including facial recognition technology, the wireless technology Bluetooth (named after a Viking chief) and Nicorette, the world’s first nicotine medicine developed to help smokers quit their habit.

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56 F : 44 M (1)
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22% (1)
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Students per staff
10.2 (1)
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23748 (1)

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Assistant Professor in Accounting and International Taxation

MASARYK UNIVERSITY

Masaryk University

Czech Republic, Brno

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Masaryk University

Czech Republic, Brno


Department: Department of Finance – Faculty of Economics and Administration Deadline: 20 May 2026 Start date: September 1st, 2026 Job type: full-time Job field: Economics and finance INVITATION FOR APPLICATIONS The Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Administration, Masaryk University, invites applications for the following position: Assistant Professor in Accounting and International TaxationMasaryk University, Faculty of Economics and Administration, invites applications for a full time (40 hours a week) position of Assistant Professor in Accounting and International Taxation. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced candidate with a clear research profile, a strong publication record in reputable international journals, and an established network of collaborators at leading European universities. Research expertise in accounting, international taxation, financial reporting, management accounting, or related areas is required, while expertise in accounting information systems and digitalisation in accounting will be considered an advantage. The position is designed to enable the candidate to pursue and further develop their research agenda in the aforementioned fields. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to ongoing research activities, initiate new research projects, seek funding opportunities, and publish in internationally recognized peer reviewed journals. Active participation in teaching is an integral part of the position. The post is suitable for both promising early career researchers and more experienced academics seeking to further develop their research and teaching profile at a reputable university. We are looking for a candidate: A full time Assistant Professor with a PhD in Accounting, International Taxation, Finance, or a related field. With the ability to teach and communicate effectively in English; knowledge of Czech is considered an advantage (knowledge of Czech language is not required). With relevant academic and research experience appropriate to the position. With a developing or established publication record in reputable international peer reviewed journals. With experience in, or demonstrated potential for, research grant applications and participation in research projects. With an active or developing network of international research collaboration. With an interest in contributing to the long-term development of the faculty. Experience in accounting information systems, AI and digitalisation in accounting is considered an advantage. What does the position entail? Publishing in reputable international peer reviewed journals in the field of accounting, taxation, and related areas. Contributing to research activities and collaborating within research teams. Supporting the research and teaching activities of the department. Participating in the preparation of external research grant applications. Teaching bachelor’s and master’s courses, primarily in English, with a workload of 8 to 12 hours per week. Supervising and reviewing bachelor’s and master’s theses. What do we offer? A full-time (40 hours a week) Assistant Professor position at one of the highest-ranked universities in the region of Central and Eastern Europe. A 3-year initial contract (with possible extension and tenure). The monthly salary starts on 70 000 CZK (aprx.2800 EUR) before taxes and depends on qualification and seniority (gross average wage in the Czech Republic is around €1800/month, median wage is €1500/month; your salary will be burdened with 20 – 25% income taxes). In the case of meeting the annual goals, the employee is entitled to bonuses. Professional support with project management and grant applications. Relocation support and help from the MUNI Welcome Office. A friendly and international working environment.  Opportunities for professional growth (e.g., university seminar series, internships, exchanges, participation in research projects, free access to all university libraries, advantageous mobile operator tariffs).  Flexible working hours and occasional home office to support personal needs in family and career.  Opportunity to work and live in a modern and dynamic city with close proximity to Prague and Vienna  Employer's contribution to supplementary pension insurance or long-term investment product, meal allowance (for work contracts of at least 20 hours per week), free vaccination against flu and encephalitis. Participation in social and sports activities organized by the university and faculty for employees and students, Multisport Card (preferential access to sports facilities). Possibility to place a child in the university kindergarten or children's groups, contribution to the cost of stay in other children's facilities. About the workplace Masaryk University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 35,000 students and more than 7,000 employees. MUNI is located in the university city of Brno, Czech Republic. Based on the most recent OECD Better Life Index data, the Czech Republic ranks next to the US and the UK. Proximity to nature and other historical cities (e.g., Prague, Vienna, Budapest), variety of cultural and entertainment attractions, and top personal safety, make Brno one of the top 100 university cities in the world according to students. More details can be found here. The Department of Finance is part of the Faculty of Economics and Administration at Masaryk University. It offers study programs in Czech and English at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels. The department pursues both fundamental and applied research, with a particular focus on corporate finance, accounting, financial markets and institutions, and financial risk management and modelling. In cooperation with industry partners, it also contributes to the development of innovative technological solutions, and analytical methods. Application and selection procedure The application shall be submitted online by May 20th (11:59 p.m., CET) via an e-application (please, use the link in the e-application section below). Interviews for the position will be held online or in-person at Masaryk University.Your application must include: Cover letter describing their motivation for the position and their current and future research agenda in the relevant field Full academic CV, including publication activity, research experience, and teaching experience Up to three representative research papers, either published or unpublished The names and contact details of two referees who can provide references upon request. Applications will be reviewed by an expert committee. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview, either in person or online, and may, if relevant, also be asked to deliver a trial teaching session, seminar, or lecture. After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation email from jobs.muni.cz. For further information about the position and the department, please contact the head of the Department of Finance Dagmar Vagnerová Linnertová, e-mail: Dagmar.Linnertova@econ.muni.cz. If you need help uploading your application or have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact the head of HR department Jana Levá, e-mail: jana.leva@econ.muni.cz. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of personal background. The selection process is based on an Open Transparent Merit-based Recruitment Policy. Masaryk University does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions on the basis of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and sexual orientation. The faculty holds the HR Excellence Award. We are looking forward to hearing from you! Brno, April 13th, 2026 Prof. Mgr. Jiří Špalek, Ph.D. The Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Administration

Salary

70,000 CZK

Posted

15 Apr 2026

Assistant Librarian, Academic Engagement

MAYNOOTH UNIVERSITY

Maynooth University

Ireland, Maynooth

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Maynooth University

Ireland, Maynooth


Department: Library Vacancy ID: 040943 Closing Date: 28-Apr-2026 Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. We are seeking an Assistant Librarian, Academic Engagement, Teaching & Learning to identify and respond to university, faculty and departmental needs, and promote and advocate the use of Library resources, facilities and services accordingly. They will play a key role in engaging with the academic community and delivering the Library’s strategy as an active member of the Teaching and Learning team and as part of the wider library team Salary: Assistant Librarian (Grade II): €46,292– €64,945 p.a. pro rata at 0.5FTE (9 points) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Tuesday, the 28th of April 2026. Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted. Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer The position is subject to the Statutes of the University

Salary

€46,292– €64,945 p.a. pro rata at 0.5FTE

Posted

15 Apr 2026

19 Washington Square North Faculty Fellow AY 2026-27

NEW YORK UNIVERSITY ABU DHABI

New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi


Description The 19 Washington Square North (WSN) Faculty Fellows program is pleased to announce the call for AY 2026-27 Fellowships, made possible by the generous support of the NYU Office of the Provost and the NYU Abu Dhabi Institute. The Fellows program aims to foster and strengthen connections between NYU faculty in Abu Dhabi and New York as well as to enhance academic activity at 19 Washington Square North, the home of NYUAD in New York. Accordingly, applications will be welcomed in Fall 2025 from teams that pair one full-time NYU faculty member in New York with one full-time member of the NYU Abu Dhabi standing faculty. Applicants are asked to propose a plan of joint research or artistic creation for AY 2026-27 that results in an original scholarly, creative, or artistic product or event presented at 19 WSN either during the fellowship period or the following summer. Examples might include a symposium, panel, exhibit, film, or performance; previous and current Fellows' proposals are shown here. Successful teams will be granted a USD 30,000 project budget as well as office space at 19 WSN. Office space at 19 WSN can be provided as needed, and the NY-based fellows will be expected to actively participate in the scholarly life of 19 WSN. In addition to organizing an event to be held at 19 WSN, Faculty Fellows will be expected to contribute to scholarly life there to the extent possible. New York-based Fellows, as well as Abu Dhabi-based Fellows when visiting New York, will be expected to work from their 19 WSN office whenever possible, attend events of interest (such as programs organized there by the NYU Abu Dhabi Institute), and participate in occasional gatherings to discuss their work in progress. Videoconference calls each semester will give all the Fellows the opportunity to discuss project developments and thus learn from, support, and brainstorm with their peers in diverse disciplines. Finally, Fellows will submit a brief narrative report of their fellowship activities at the end of the term. For more information, please visit 19 Washington Square North Faculty Fellowships. For questions, please contact 19wsn.fellows@nyu.edu. EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Qualifications Eligible applicant teams must include one member of each of the following: Full-time faculty at any of NYU’s schools or colleges in New York (for example, Arts and Science, Tandon School of Engineering, Stern School of Business, Institute of Fine Arts, etc.) at the time of application. Full-time standing faculty at NYU Abu Dhabi in any division or program at the time of application. Please note this does not include NYUAD affiliated or visiting faculty. Application Instructions Only one member of the applicant pair should initiate the submission and upload the requested materials, to avoid confusion or duplicate submissions; this may be either the Abu Dhabi- or the New York-based applicant. There will be an opportunity to provide the names and relevant information for both team members. The fellowship applications will be judged on the anticipated impact of the research topic, the strength of the research plan, the synergy between the collaborators, and the potential for the fellowship to stimulate a longer term research collaboration.  Priority will be given to new collaborations (rather than long-standing ones). We also encourage topics that have relevance to the UAE and the Gulf region (although this is not a requirement). Finally, engagement with the space at 19 Washington Square North and its activities will be considered in the evaluation. The application requires the following components: Title: Name of NYUAD applicant, rank/position and division/program Name of NYUNY applicant, rank/position and school/program or department Summary (250 words): Summarize the fellowship project Research/Creative Plan (1,500 words): Provide a narrative description of the objectives of the proposal, and how you intend to carry out the research/creative endeavor. Please note that the reviewers are unlikely to be specialists in your area of study, and so you should write the proposal in a way that is understandable, and can resonate, to an academic outside of your discipline.  Collaboration Management Plan (250 words): Describe how the two team members plan to interact throughout the year, and how they plan to manage the collaborative research/creative project. For example, how will the team members communicate with each other? Will they be meeting virtually at a regular frequency? Will the team members visit each other for an extended period? How will they ensure that the project will be enhanced by the creative inputs of each team member? Etc. 19 Washington Square North Impact (350 words): A major component of the fellowship is the public event that is planned at the end of the fellowship term.  Please describe what event you are planning to develop (public lecture, panel, workshop, performance, etc.). Also, please indicate how the NY fellow intends to contribute to the activities of 19 Washington Square North during the academic year. Collaboration (250 words): Describe what strengths each member of the team bring to the collaboration and how they will complement each other’s strengths. Also describe if this is a new collaboration, and if not how long have the two members of the team been in collaboration. Potential Impact (250 words): Describe the potential impact of the project on their discipline(s), and the wider society. If the project is of particular relevance to the UAE or Gulf Region, please note this in this section. Long-term Plans (150 words): Describe any plans to continue the collaboration and sustain it after the end of the fellowship term. Output(s) (150 words): Describe what are the expected outputs of the project (journal articles, books, workshops, grants, etc.) Budget and Budget Justification: Please lay out the budget for your project.  Note that we cannot pay faculty summer salaries, but we can use the budget to pay for research assistants, travel, and supplies, as well as any reasonable items needed for the completion of the project. The public event planned for your project should be incorporated into this budget. The total budget cannot exceed $30,000 and will need to be spent by the end of the fiscal year of your fellowship. Ancillary forms: The individual completing the application will be requested to complete three brief forms. The first, the "Contact, Affiliation, and Project Information" form, provides 19 Washington Square North with basic information on both applicants to the Faculty Fellowship program. Please note it requires both the project title and a project abstract of no more than 250 words. The second, "Affiliation Information" form is required by the University. Whichever partner (i.e., AD- or NY-based) is completing it should generally answer the questions on the basis of their own information alone. However, when asked, "Is any member of your family or household an employee, trustee/director, or officer of NYU or any NYU affiliate, or are you in a relationship otherwise covered under the policy listed below?", details should be given in the space provided if the answer is affirmative for either the Abu Dhabi- or New York-based partner. The third, "EEO-1 / Affirmative Action Voluntary Self Identification Form" should be completed with information pertinent to whichever applicant is filling it out. Review Process and Selection Criteria Applications will be assessed by an internal review committee that includes NYU faculty from Abu Dhabi and New York. Key criteria for the evaluation of proposals will include: Anticipated project contributions Clarity, comprehensiveness, and feasibility of the planned research, creative, or artistic endeavor Synergy between collaborators in terms of their scholarly expertise and/or agenda The potential of the proposed presentation, activity, or event to stimulate active interest, partnerships, and/or intellectual community at 19 WSN. Although not a requirement, the program particularly welcomes proposals that are relevant to NYUAD’s five areas of strategic research interest: Bio-Innovation and Health; Cities; Culture and Heritage; Environmental Sustainability; and Governance and Peace or to the NYU Provost’s six research priorities: Artificial Intelligence; Arts & Humanities; Cybersecurity; Quantum Phenomena; STEM Learning; and Strategies to Reduce Inequality. The program also hopes to support new collaborations when possible and aims for a diverse cohort of Fellows representing different disciplines, divisions, schools, and colleges as well as faculty at all ranks. The application period will close at 11:59 pm EST on April 1, 2026. Applicants will be notified of their outcomes later in the spring. For More Information Information sessions on the Faculty Fellowships will be provided in order to address questions about the program. These sessions will be announced and you can sign up for a session. You can also request information by contacting 19wsn.fellows@nyu.edu.

Salary

Competitive

Posted

13 Apr 2026

Research Engineer (in XR Research) - BD

SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (SIT)

Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

Singapore

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Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

Singapore


Introduction As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets that are relevant to industry demands while working on research projects in SIT. The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver on an industry innovation research project where you will be part of the research team to develop software platforms for supporting multi-user AR/VR applications. Key Responsibilities Participate in the research project with Principal Investigator (PI), Co-PI and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met. Undertake the following responsibilities: Develop an interactive metaverse application for online education, team collaboration, and workplace training with a focus on real-time interactive simulation. Optionally, design and lead user study. Analyze the data and publish academic research papers in international academic conferences/journals Perform testing Carry out Risk Assessment, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations. Work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment. Job Requirements A degree in Computer Science or relevant field Experience with software development life cycle Software Development: Strong knowledge in Javascript for 3D/VR applications (e.g., babylon.js, A-Frame, etc.). Experience in developing XR app for teaching & learning/training. Experience developing optimized modules within Unity and/or Unreal Engine Experience with database management systems User study – Optional. End-to-End Study Leadership: Lead the full lifecycle of user research, from defining objectives and methodologies (e.g., usability, A/B testing, interviews) to facilitating sessions and extracting unbiased, actionable insights. Scientific Authoring & Publication: Drive the creation of high-quality research papers for top-tier peer-reviewed venues (e.g., CHI, UIST, CSCW), translating complex technical architectures and study results into compelling academic narratives. Ethical Oversight & IRB Management: Manage the formal Institutional Review Board (IRB) process, ensuring all protocols, data handling, and participant interactions meet the highest ethical and legal standards for human-subjects research. Advanced Data Synthesis: Analyze qualitative and quantitative data to identify deep behavioral patterns, using these findings to ground both product development and scholarly contributions in empirical evidence.

Salary

Competitive

Posted

14 Apr 2026

Post-Doctoral Associate in the Center for Interdisciplinary Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

NEW YORK UNIVERSITY ABU DHABI

New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi


Description The Center for Interdisciplinary Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (CIDSAI) at NYU Abu Dhabi seeks to recruit a motivated and passionate post-doctoral associate to work under the supervision of Dr. Hanan Salam on the: Development of an Augmented Smart Classroom for Personalized Learning (SmartClass) serving as a test-bed for the collection and analysis of students and professors data, leveraging on data analytics and machine learning to improve learning outcomes and engagement in the classroom, and Development of personal GPT-powered AI tutors that use the knowledge from (1) to provide personalized recommendations and improve the overall learning experience for students. The project seeks to promote lifelong learning by revolutionizing traditional teaching methods and providing innovative tools for interactive and distance learning. Key Responsibilities: Research Conduct research and development on the Augmented Smart Classroom (SmartClass) platform, focusing on data collection, analytics, and real-time classroom monitoring. Design and implement machine learning models to analyze multimodal data (e.g., student behavior, engagement, and performance) to enhance personalized learning. Develop and evaluate GPT-powered AI tutor systems, integrating insights from classroom data to deliver individualized learning experiences. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create interactive, user-centered tools that support both in-person and remote education environments. Translate research findings into practical applications that support lifelong learning and pedagogical innovation. Contribute to scholarly publications, grant reports, and dissemination of research outcomes in academic and educational technology forums. Mentor undergraduate and graduate students involved in the research project, fostering a collaborative and productive research environment. Stay up to date with the latest advances in AI in education, human-AI interaction, and personalized learning technologies. Minimum Qualifications Currently has or is in the process of completing a PhD, MD/PhD, DPhil or equivalent terminal degree from a recognized institution (no more than 5 years since completing the doctoral degree); Relevant research experience in at least one of the following: Social Robotics, human-robot interaction, human-computer interaction, Machine Learning, Affective Computing, Social Signal Processing, Computer Vision and speech processing, multimodal signals processing and fusion; Proficient programming experience in Python and libraries (e.g., Pytorch, TensorFlow) with several years of practice; First-author peer-reviewed published papers (or under review); Excellent communication skills in English (oral and written communication) Willingness and capacity to work in a multidisciplinary environment consisting of PhD-level scientists, graduate students and undergraduate students Self-motivated with an ability to work independently and in a team to get the work done. Willingness to learn and confront new challenges. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. For consideration, applicants need to submit in PDF format: Cover letter; Curriculum Vitae with full publication list; Research statement highlighting past and current research experience (1 page); Research project (1 page) explaining how the candidate sees their research fit in the research axes of the lab. Note, Dr. Hanan does not supervise research outside of the scope of the lab research axes; At least two letters of reference. The appointment will be for two years, with the option to renew further depending on performance (in total not to exceed 5 years). More information about professor Hanan’s lab can be found here: https://wp.nyu.edu/smartlab/ If you have any questions, please email Prof. Hanan Salam at hanan.salam@nyu.edu. The terms of employment are very competitive and the position provides salary higher than internationally competitive rates for Post-Doctoral positions, in addition to substantial benefits (generous housing, transportation and travel allowances, educational subsidies for children), together with full health insurance and retirement contributions. The UAE does not levy income tax. About NYUAD: NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU’s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities. EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Employer UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.

Salary

Competitive

Posted

13 Apr 2026

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Arts and Humanities

  • Archaeology
  • Architecture
  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • History, Philosophy and Theology
  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics

Business and Economics

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business and Management
  • Economics and Econometrics

Computer Science

  • Computer Science

Education Studies

  • Education

Engineering

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • General Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Law

  • Law

Life Sciences

  • Biological Sciences

Medical and Health

  • Medicine and Dentistry
  • Other Health

Physical Sciences

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy

Psychology

  • Psychology

Social Sciences

  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Geography
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Sociology