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​​The Max Planck Institute for Social Anthropology is one of the world’s leading centres for research in socio-cultural anthropology (www.eth.mpg.de). This international hub of research, with employees from 50 different countries, is located in Halle (Saale), Germany and closely collaborates with universities in Halle, Leipzig, and Erlangen-Nuremberg. The Institute is part of the Max Planck Society, an independent non-governmental, non-profit association dedicated to fundamental research in the natural sciences, life sciences, social sciences, and humanities (www.mpg.de). Call for Nominations The Max Planck Society invites nominations, including self-nominations, for the position of Director at the Max Planck Institute (MPI) for Social Anthropology. The Director will lead a research Department at the Institute and contribute to the Institute’s mission. We are particularly interested in scholars whose work engages one, or both, of two interconnected questions: The making of norms. How do human communities establish, contest, and transform the rules that govern social life, especially in the context that, in many societies, consensus formation has become ever more challenging? This line of inquiry attends to the procedural and ethical dimensions of social order: the mediation of disputes, the construction of legal and customary frameworks, the negotiation of justice, the boundaries of inclusion and exclusion, and the moral claims that underpin collective life. The making of meanings. How do people collectively construct frameworks for understanding their lives – narratives, symbols, values, and interpretations that give shape to experience – especially with the rise of social media and decline of established cultural hegemonies? This line of inquiry attends to the hermeneutic and expressive dimensions of social life: the stories that communities tell about themselves, the sensemaking practices through which events become intelligible, the foundations on which truth claims are made, and the cultural forms through which shared realities are constructed and contested. These two themes are not discrete domains but different analytical vantage points that address the same fundamental question: What are the social processes of creating and sustaining the terms of collective existence? The new Director will have a background either in anthropology or in a related discipline, such as qualitative social science, law, media studies or philosophy, and have demonstrated a consistent interest in and engagement with anthropology. Ideally, their research will address pressing issues in the twenty-first century and at the same time open up new lines or modes of inquiry. The themes, methods, and regional focus are open, but the research must be grounded in empirical investigation and contribute to broader anthropological debates. The successful candidate will also be expected to build collaborations within the Max Planck Society and with leading global research institutions. The Max Planck Society, an equal-opportunity employer, is firmly committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. The Max Planck Society especially aims at increasing the number of women as Directors at its Institutes and at eliminating discrimination on the basis of gender. We therefore welcome nominations of individuals from groups that are otherwise underrepresented in leadership positions in the Max Planck Society and its Institutes. We particularly encourage nominations of women. In case of equal qualification women will receive preferential consideration, unless legally relevant interests based on the personal circumstances of the latter prevail. Nominations, including self-nominations, should be sent by email to the following address: nomination@eth.mpg.de Nominations must include the following: the nominee’s name and current affiliation; a brief statement (200 words max.) specifying the reasons for nomination, especially reasons that are not evident in the nominee’s official profile, including publications and CV (if possible) the nominee´s CV, including a list of publications. All nominations will be treated in the strictest confidence. This call will remain open until midnight (CET) on 30 June 2026.

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) invites applications from outstanding Chinese and English language educators to join our newly established Language Education Institute (LEI). We are seeking passionate scholars for the positions of Senior Teaching Fellow, Teaching Fellow and Instructor to help shape the future of language education in the University. About PolyU: Rooted in 90 years of heritage and intellectual achievement, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has evolved alongside society and made pivotal contributions to the development of Hong Kong, the Nation and the world. The University pursues world-class excellence in education, research and knowledge transfer to nurture socially responsible professionals and leaders, as well as to drive impactful research and innovation. PolyU will strive to continually excel as an innovative world-class university that makes a positive impact on society, living up to the University’s motto: “To learn and to apply, for the benefit of mankind”. Ranked among the top 100 universities globally by well-known ranking organisations such as Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), Times Higher Education (THE) and U.S. News & World Report, PolyU offers a wide range of world-class educational and research programmes in seven faculties and three independent schools. PolyU has furthermore achieved commendable results in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 - it is ranked in the global top 30 for five subjects, is first in Hong Kong for four subjects, and is in the global top 100 for 24 subjects. For further details about the University, please visit PolyU’s website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/. LANGUAGE EDUCATION INSTITUTE Senior Teaching Fellow / Teaching Fellow / Instructor in Chinese Language / English Language (several posts) About LEI: The Language Education Institute, a new academic unit established on 1 July 2025, formulates policies, designs curricula and delivers teaching activities for the education of languages among students at PolyU, focusing mainly on the Chinese and English languages. LEI strives to become a regional and international leader in language education, particularly in the application of the latest technologies in language learning, teaching and assessment. It drives scholarship and best practices in language education among the PolyU community. LEI comprises the Chinese Language Centre (CLC), English Language Centre (ELC) and Technology-Enhanced Language Education Centre (TELEC), which are constituent units with their own Directors. CLC and ELC offer service language teaching in Chinese and English for all students in the University while TELEC undertakes service language teaching using digital learning platforms and technological tools such as artificial intelligence and immersive technologies. CLC and ELC are committed to excellence in learning and teaching and aim to strengthen students’ language proficiency and communication skills, foster independent and life‑long learning, and support whole‑person development. They provide Chinese and English language teaching services tailored to the diverse needs of the University’s students, delivering language enhancement and communication subjects, including AI as a Tool for Language Learning, in accordance with University requirements. In addition to curriculum‑based teaching, the Centres coordinate a range of co‑curricular learning activities to support students’ academic development and learning needs. Please visit the websites at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/clc/ and https://www.polyu.edu.hk/elc/ respectively for more information about CLC and ELC. Detailed post specifications are available on our website at https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/academic.php. Conditions of Service A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Initial appointments will be on a fixed‑term gratuity-bearing contract. Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement. Application Please submit an application through PolyU’s career website (https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/academic). Consideration of applications will commence on 1 June 2026. The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/pics_for_recruitment/. PolyU is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering an environment that embraces diversity and demonstrates inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and experiences where all members of the University are treated with fairness, dignity and respect. To learn more about the University’s “Statement on Equal Opportunities, Diversity, and Inclusion”, please visit our website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/equal_opportunities_diversity_and_inclusion/.

2 x full time, continuing positions, located on the Camperdown Campus in the Faculty of Science Build your research and apply your expertise by contributing as a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor to the School of History and Philosophy of Science Academic Level B/C/D, Base Salary $127,436 - $207,069 p.a. + 17% superannuation About the position The School of History and Philosophy of Science is seeking to fill two full-time academic positions at the level of Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor in History and Philosophy of Science, to join the School's vibrant research and teaching community. We are particularly interested in candidates working in the areas of early modern science, or science or medicine in Asia, or Indigenous knowledge systems. Successful candidates will dedicate 40% of their contribution to teaching-related activities, 40% to research-related activities, and 20% to governance, leadership, and engagement. Your key responsibilities will be to: contribute to the School's research activities, expertise, and impact design, coordinate, and teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses provide mentoring and supervision to undergraduate and graduate students contribute to teaching and learning practice, design and evaluation within the School and Faculty engage in leadership and service roles across the School and Faculty maintain quality, integrity and excellence in all research activities and outputs. About you The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. We see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor in History and Philosophy of Science who has: a PhD in History and Philosophy of Science or related fields including STS, History, Philosophy, Asian Studies, Indigenous Studies an excellent research profile evidenced by original, high-quality and independent research (relative to opportunity) teaching experience including course design, coordination, delivery, and assessment the capacity to engage students and enable a supportive, inclusive learning environment experience supervising students at Honours, Masters and PhD level (relative to opportunity) excellent interpersonal skills and collegial behaviour of a very high standard. Please indicate your preferred level of appointment (Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor) in your cover letter. Final appointment will be based on the selection panel's assessment of your skills, experience, and overall suitability. Pre-employment checks Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter addressing the selection criteria, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Simon Drew, Recruitment Operations by email to recruitment.sea@sydney.edu.au © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Tuesday 01 September 2026 11:59 PM