Lutheran University of Applied Sciences in Nuernberg

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 post: Chair Professor Department of Accountancy (Post Ref.: 25/208) The Department is looking for a Chair Professor to provide strong academic leadership in both research and teaching, and to contribute to the administration and management of the Department of Accountancy, and to the development of the Faculty of Business. It is expected that the appointee can contribute to AI, data science and STEM-related accounting research in alignment with the University’s strategy and to significant leadership service. General Requirements Candidates should have (a) a PhD degree in a relevant discipline with substantial teaching experience; (b) a strong international reputation and an outstanding track record of high impact research publications and competitive research grants; (c) strong research leadership capabilities and experience, with a commitment to helping other faculty develop their research and providing research supervision to students; and (d) previous administrative leadership experience at the Department or Faculty level will be a distinct advantage. Lingnan University is fully committed to the pursuit of excellence in both teaching and research. Candidates are required to provide evidence of quality teaching and information on their research records. The appointee is expected to have a strong commitment to teaching excellence and services to the Department, the University community, and to engage actively in quality research and publication. Appointment Internationally competitive start-up packages are available for the successful candidate. A globally competitive remuneration package commensurate with the appointee’s qualifications and experience will be offered. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund (retirement benefits scheme), gratuity, and incoming passage and baggage allowance for the eligible appointee. Appointment with substantiation/tenure will normally be considered. 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 post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Faculty of Social Sciences invites applications for the position of PROFESSOR / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OR ASSISTANT PROFESSOR / OF ANTHROPOLOGY  The successful applicant may be appointed to a permanent professorship or a fixed-term associate/assistant professorship (tenure track system), depending on his/her qualifications and career stage. Further information on the UH tenure track system on the webpage. JOB DESCRIPTION Applicants should demonstrate a capacity to contribute to anthropological scholarship at the highest level. Social and Cultural Anthropology at UH has a strong research environment for political economy, ethics and morality, cognitive anthropology, environment and sustainability, location and borders, and linguistic anthropology. Thematic specialisation for this position is open, but we are particularly interested in candidates specialising in political and environmental questions. Anthropology at UH is known for its diverse regional expertise and emphasis on ethnographic research. We are looking for candidates with strong regional expertise grounded in extensive ethnographic research. All regional specializations are welcome, consideration will be given to how a candidate’s expertise complements and enriches the regional profile of the current faculty, which can be found here. The successful candidate will conduct internationally recognised research and contribute to teaching at all levels in the relevant degree programmes. Key Responsibilities:  Conduct high-quality research  Teach and supervise students at the doctoral, master’s, and bachelor’s levels Contribute to curriculum development Develop research initiatives and apply for external funding Contribute to an active and vibrant research environment for Anthropology at UH Develop national and international research collaborations and networks Contribute to public engagement and societal impact Contribute to administration in the discipline of Social and Cultural Anthropology, degree programmes, and the Faculty of Social Sciences QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate shall have a doctorate in social or cultural anthropology or a cognate discipline clearly grounded in the discipline of anthropology. The doctoral degree requirement must be met by the end of the application deadline. An appointee to the position of assistant/associate professor in the tenure track system shall hold a doctoral degree and have the ability to conduct independent scholarly work as well as the teaching skills required for the position. In addition, the appointee shall have the capacity and potential to pursue an academic career at a high level, as demonstrated by publications and other means.  In assessing the applicants’ qualifications, attention shall be paid to scientific publications and research, teaching experience and qualifications, international experience and collaborations, and success in the acquisition of external research funding. An appointee to the position of professor shall hold a doctoral degree and have high-level academic qualifications; experience in leading scientific research; the ability to provide research-based teaching and supervise dissertations and theses; as well as evidence of international cooperation in the research field they represent. The appointee shall also have academic leadership skills. When considering the applicant’s qualifications, attention shall be given to scientific publications and other research results of scientific value, teaching experience and pedagogical training, the ability to produce teaching material, other teaching merits and, if necessary, a demonstration of teaching skills as well as the applicant’s participation in doctoral education. Account shall also be taken of the applicants’ activity in the international scientific community, success in obtaining external research funding, international research experience and international elected positions as well as leadership and interaction skills. To successfully attend to the duties of the position, the appointee must have good English skills. If the appointee is not proficient in Finnish or Swedish, the appointee is expected to acquire moderate proficiency within a reasonable time after the appointment. Support for language studies will be offered. The appointee is expected to reside in Finland while employed by the University of Helsinki. The Faculty of Social Sciences provides assistance in relocation. The assessment of each applicant will be based on the following criteria: Scholarly publications Success in obtaining external research funding International research experience Activities in the academic community Teaching experience, supervision of dissertations and theses, and other pedagogical merits Leadership and interaction skills The applicant’s vision for developing the field and its research agenda How the candidate’s regional expertise complements and enriches the regional profile of the current faculty at Social and Cultural Anthropology, UH How the candidate’s thematic specialization fits the priorities described in the job description  The statements of external evaluators The applicant's teaching demonstration The interview with the applicant WHAT WE OFFER We are an equal opportunity employer and offer an attractive and diverse workplace in an inspiring environment. Annual gross salary for a full professor varies between €74,000 and €94,000, and for an assistant/associate professor between €60,000 and €73,000, depending on the appointee’s qualifications and experience.  In addition, the University of Helsinki offers comprehensive benefits to its employees, including occupational health care, opportunities for professional development, support for applying for research project funding, as well as library, wellbeing, and fitness services. Further information is available on the webpage. The employment contract will include a probationary period of six months. Finland is a member of the European Union, has high quality free schooling (also in English) and generous family benefits and healthcare. Finland was recently ranked as the best country in the world for expat families, and Helsinki in the world’s top ten most livable cities. Finland and the Helsinki region feature leading research and innovation facilities, clean environment, affordable accommodation, and excellent international, national, and local transport connections. For more information about working at the University of Helsinki and living in Finland, please see the websites. HOW TO APPLY Please submit your application, together with the required attachments, through the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the link “Apply now”. Applicants who are currently employed by the University of Helsinki are requested to submit their application via the link “Employee login”. The closing date for the applications is 15 February, 2026. Applicants are requested to enclose with their applications the following documents in English: A curriculum vitae A numbered list of publications in which the applicant has marked in bold font five key publications to be considered in the assessment A report (max. 3 pages) on the applicant’s research activities (including international scholarly work, activities in the academic community, and success in obtaining research funding)  A vision statement (max. 2 pages) about how the applicant intends to develop the field and focus their research A report (max. 3 pages) on the applicant’s teaching experience and pedagogical merits  Detailed information on the CV and list of publications as well as the presentation of teaching skills can be obtained online. After the closing of the application period, the Faculty may request the applicants to submit up to five publications of their choice to be reviewed by the external evaluators. FURTHER INFORMATION Further information on the position and the working environment may be obtained from Professor Anni Kajanus, anni.kajanus@helsinki.fi. Further information on the recruitment process may be obtained from HR Specialist Minna Maunula, minna.maunula@helsinki.fi The Faculty of Social Sciences is Finland’s leading research and education institute in the social sciences, and the country’s most diverse social sciences faculty in terms of the range of its disciplines and fields of research. The Faculty has a strong international research profile and international master’s programmes, and several of its disciplinary units have been rated among the top 50 in the world. The Faculty comprises approximately 500 researchers and teaching staff, and each year it awards some 350 bachelor’s degrees, 400 master’s degrees and more than 40 doctoral degrees. A diverse and equitable study and work culture is important to us. That is why we do our best to promote an inclusive university community. We encourage all qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions.  Click this link to read about accessibility and inclusivity at our University. JOIN US TO BUILD A BETTER WORLD – TOGETHER! #HelsinkiUniCareers

At the heart of SIT’s mission is to nurture industry-ready graduates equipped with deep technical expertise and transferable skills to tackle tomorrow’s challenges. SIT collaborates with industry in our education, while benefitting them with our talent supply and collaborative research achievements. The University’s unique applied learning pedagogy integrates work and study, embedding authentic learning experiences within real-world environments. Through strategic partnerships forged by our faculty with industry, learners bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application in and out of the classroom. Such active & authentic learning opportunities ensures graduates step into their careers with applicable skills and competence.  In research, SIT faculty aims to bridge knowledge creation and utilisation. Our faculty collaborates closely with industry on translational research and innovation with focus on addressing pertinent industry challenges to impact businesses.  The Singapore Teaching and Academic Research Talent (START) Scheme is co-funded by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and SIT to encourage and support outstanding young Singaporeans interested in pursuing an academic career at SIT. The Early Career Awards (ECA) are designed to support Singaporeans who have recently completed their postdoctoral training and prepare them for an academic career at SIT. This award aims to enhance the teaching capabilities of the recipient and help build a strong research portfolio. Eligibility and Selection Criteria Singapore Citizen   Recently completed postdoctoral training   Excellent academic record plus a high degree of proficiency and motivation for a research area that is strongly aligned with SIT’s supported areas  Strong passion for teaching, research and an academic career Benefits Awardees may receive research grants to help build a competitive research portfolio. Upon completion of the award, awardees will be considered for Assistant Professorship. Awardees will also be assigned a faculty mentor for the duration of the scheme. Application Process Applications are open throughout the year. Applications received before 15 January 2026 will be considered for intake 2026.  Interview by the respective clusters for shortlisted applicants will be conducted throughout the year.  Final Interview by Panel for shortlisted applicants will take place from March to April 2026. Awards for intake 2026 will be finalised by July 2026. Supported Areas for START Food, Chemical and Biotechnology Sustainable and Functional food: Sustainable food systems & circular food economy - alternative proteins, upcycled ingredients); AI & automation in food manufacturing - smart sensors, digital twins, and AI-driven food quality control and processing; Food safety - supply chain tracking/monitoring, blockchain Biotechnology: Host strain screening and engineering for microbial bioprocess development; microbial physiology and adaptation for industrial applications; high-throughput screening and automation for strain optimization; bioprospecting for novel microbial hosts, enzymes, and metabolites to support sustainable biomanufacturing. (Bio)pharmaceuticals: Processing science and technology for bio- and chemical transformations, separations, purifications and formulation applied to pharmaceuticals manufacture; modelling of processing steps and whole processes to support innovation, design, optimisation and control for manufacturing operations. Process control: process modelling, control, and optimization, with applications in chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing; data-driven modelling and machine learning applications in process industries; advanced process control (APC); model predictive control (MPC); digital twins and real-time process monitoring and control; process analytical technology (PAT); process intensification and sustainability.