Maynooth University

Ref.: 535002 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Psychology (30200) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Investigator (holding the title of Educational Psychologist) in the Department of Psychology (Ref.: 535002) (to commence in September 2026, on a two-year fixed-term basis with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability). Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will serve as the Director or Associate Director in a large-scale, mental health, and well-being project for primary schools in Hong Kong, under the Department of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences. The appointee will be responsible for overseeing and directing strategic implementation of the project, requiring specialised knowledge and independent professional judgement, with major tasks including: Overseeing all the administrative, professional, and research aspects of the project Devising and implementing a mindfulness-based social-emotional curriculum for primary school students, as well as the corresponding train-the-trainer curriculum for primary school educators Developing and implementing a mindfulness-based positive parenting programme for parents Providing consultation and ongoing professional support to educators and parents to promote students’ well-being Organising and delivering training sessions and workshops for educators, parents, and students Planning and implementing public education initiatives Preparing research reports and non-technical documents Performing any other duties as assigned Requirements The appointment (Investigator) will be offered based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant. The appointee should possess: a master’s or doctoral degree in Educational Psychology or a related discipline, with at least six years of relevant work experience strong quantitative research skills in the social sciences a good command of spoken and written English and Chinese (including Cantonese & Putonghua) training and experience in teaching mindfulness and positive education to both children and adults are preferred relevant work experience in a school setting is required a Postgraduate Diploma in Education is preferred What We Offer A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. How to Applyf The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until 30 May, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

Ref.: 535007 Work type: Full-time Department: Centre for Advancement of Chinese Language Education and Research within the Faculty of Education (10088) Categories: Teaching Staff Curriculum Development Officer (at the grade of Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer) in the Centre for Advancement of Chinese Language Education and Research (CACLER) within the Faculty of Education (Ref.:535007) We now invite applications for appointment as Curriculum Development Officer (at the grade of Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer) in the Centre for Advancement of Chinese Language Education and Research (CACLER) within the Faculty of Education. Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will be responsible for:- diagnosing the needs of multicultural students and their teachers through need analysis; providing school-based support for our collaborative kindergartens and/or primary schools; collaborating with teachers in curriculum development, lesson planning, peer lesson observation and post-lesson debriefing; developing pedagogical approaches and materials to cater for the learning diversity of multicultural students; promoting learning and teaching (L&T) with assessment data; sharing school-based experience and good practices at teacher seminars; writing progress reports; facilitating the vertical development of project schools at the stage of both kindergartens and primary education to enhance knowledge exchange of experienced project schools with the novice project schools; facilitating horizontal development of project schools by providing a platform for the cross-fertilization of ideas and opinions with evidence-based practices in kindergarten and primary education; and performing other duties as assigned. Essential Requirements Applicants should possess a Master’s degree in Education, Chinese Language or a related discipline, or a Master’s degree with a recognized teaching qualification (e.g. PGDE); and at least 8 years’ experience in teaching or developing school-based Chinese curriculum in local kindergartens/primary schools or equivalent. They should also have a good command of written and spoken Chinese (including Putonghua); and experience in IT applications and Chinese computer operations. Preference will be given to those who have solid experience in teaching multicultural students. Applicants with lower qualifications and/or less experience may be considered for appointment at the grade of Assistant Lecturer. Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisement (ref. no.: 532430) need not re-apply. Desirable Attributes Demonstrated innovation in teaching Chinese language, and knowledge of and experience in Chinese curriculum and assessment in local kindergartens/primary schools, and school-based curriculum development. What We Offer The appointment will be made on temporary full-time or part-time contract to commence as soon as possible until August 31, 2026, with the possibility of renewal. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. Other benefits include annual leave, medical benefits and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries. How to Apply The University only accepts online application for the above posts. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload a cover letter indicating the earliest availability date, an up-to-date CV with the contact information of 3 referees. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until May 20, 2026 (extended to June 20, 2026), or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency

DEPARTMENT OF ORAL REHABILITATION FACULTY OF DENTISTRY - TE KAUPEKA PŪNIHO The University of Otago is one of New Zealand's largest and most research-intensive universities. Founded in 1907, the Faculty of Dentistry is based at the University's main campus in Dunedin, with clinics in Auckland and South Dunedin, and is the only dental school in New Zealand. It is proud of its international reputation for research, clinical, and academic excellence. The 2025 QS World University Subject Rankings list the Dental School as 50th in the world. We are committed to working closely with iwi and Māori organisations, and mātauraka Māori has become an integral part of teaching and research across the institution. We especially value our relationship with Ngai Tahu, the mana whenua within their takiwā of Te Waipounamu, and the University's principal Treaty partner. The role - Te mahi This Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor role represents an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to ongoing teaching of dental students while being well supported by a collegial and dynamic Faculty and University. Key tasks for this position include: Conducting research-informed teaching across a range of courses in the Bachelor of Dental Surgery and Doctor of Clinical Dentistry programmes. Contributing to curriculum design for undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate research. Undertaking research resulting in quality-assured publications within the discipline, either individually or as part of a group. Contributing to the running of the Department, School, Division and the University. Your skills and experience - Kā pūkeka me kā wheako The successful candidate must be a dentist who is registerable with the Dental Council (New Zealand) in the endodontic specialist scope of practice. The successful candidate will have: A record of internationally peer-reviewed published research. Excellent teaching skills at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. A collaborative and collegial approach to work. Full understanding of the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and the University's Māori Strategic Framework. It would be preferred that the successful candidate also holds a PhD or equivalent. Further details - Pūroko We have two permanent, full-time (1.0 FTE) positions based in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. The salary range for this position is (per annum): Lecturer $98,583 to $120,528 Senior Lecturer $148,416 to $184,993 Associate Professor $195,968 to $212,427 The University of Otago is known for collegiality and, combined with living in the vibrant city of Dunedin, provides opportunities for an excellent work-life balance. The Dunedin campus has been ranked as one of the 15 most beautiful in the world. The city has affordable living, excellent schools, and a great array of activities, ranging from art and literature to outdoor activities. The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Children Act 2014. Candidates who successfully make the final stages of the recruitment process will be required to undergo a safety check. For further information, please contact Farai Madambi, Senior Recruitment Consultant, via the email address below. Application - Tono Candidates are requested to submit the following: CV. Cover letter. Names and email addresses of at least three referees. To submit your application, please click the apply button below. Applications quoting reference number 2600765 will close on Sunday, 12 July 2026. APPLICATION INFORMATION To view all current vacancies and to apply online go to: www.otago.ac.nz/jobs Equal opportunity in employment is University policy. E tautoko ana Otakou Whakaihu Waka i te kaupapa whakaorite whiwhinga mahi.