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We invite applications for two positions of University Instructor in law. The appointments will be for a fixed term from 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2031. The positions broadly encompass teaching in various legal fields in the Bachelor’s Programme in Law.  The appointees’ duties include the provision of undergraduate instruction and thesis supervision in the degree programme. The appointees will also contribute to curriculum and learning material design and development, as well as carry out jointly agreed administrative, guidance and supervision duties. In accordance with the University of Helsinki Regulations, an appointee to the position of university instructor must hold an applicable second-cycle degree and have teaching experience. Pedagogical training and the ability to produce learning material and deliver and develop teaching in a variety of ways will be particularly appreciated.  Pursuant to the Government Decree on Universities (770/2009), appointees to teaching and research positions at the University must be proficient in the language in which they provide instruction, in other words, Finnish or Swedish. In this case, the language of instruction of at least one of the positions is Finnish. The other position’s language of instruction can be Swedish, but we require at least satisfactory oral and written skills in both of the national languages of Finland (Finnish and Swedish) from both appointees. A person not educated in Finland in Finnish or Swedish may be exempted from the Swedish requirement. To successfully attend to the duties of the positions, appointees must also have good English skills. The assessment of applicant merits considers teaching experience, pedagogical training, the ability to produce learning material, other teaching merits and, if necessary, a demonstration of teaching skills. Experience of teaching higher education students and adults with higher education qualifications in Finland and abroad, as well as versatile language skills, will be considered an asset.  The salary will be based on level 5 of the job requirement scheme for teaching and research personnel in the salary system of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointees will be paid a salary component based on personal performance. At the beginning of employment, the monthly salary will be approximately €3,900–€4,100 in accordance with the salary scale valid from 1 June 2026. The positions include a six-month trial period.  The University of Helsinki offers its staff occupational health and fitness services, professional development opportunities, and a first-class research and teaching environment, alongside the conditions necessary for international collaboration. Read more on our website.  How to apply  Applicants are requested to attach to their applications their curriculum vitae and teaching portfolio or a corresponding description of teaching experience, as well as any published learning material. See instructions. The application must be accompanied by the following documents: A curriculum vitae An informal report (max. five pages, e.g., an academic portfolio) of the applicant’s teaching expertise  A numbered list of publications and other works with which the applicant wishes to demonstrate their competence and merits  The application, together with the required attachments, must be submitted through the University of Helsinki electronic recruitment system by clicking on the link Apply now. Internal applicants must log in to the system using their employee credentials. Further information about the position can be obtained from Dean Jukka Mähönen (jukkamahonen@helsinki.fi). For enquiries about the recruitment process, please contact HR Services at recruitment@helsinki.fi. Read more about the University of Helsinki as an employer. 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

Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) 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: Lecturer Department of Philosophy (Post Ref.: 26/46) The Department of Philosophy at Lingnan University is one of the best in Asia. Faculty members publish in leading journals in the field, such as Analysis, Australasian Journal of Philosophy, British Journal for the Philosophy of Science, Ethics, Journal of Philosophical Logic, Mind, Noûs, Philosophers’ Imprint, Philosophical Quarterly, Philosophical Studies, Philosophy and Phenomenological Research, and Philosophy of Science. The department has a thriving PhD programme and also hosts several Postdoctoral Fellows/Research Assistant Professors. More information on the research interests and publications of philosophers at Lingnan University can be found at: https://www.LN.edu.hk/philoso/?page_id=9 Requirements Applicants should hold a Master's degree or above in Philosophy by the time of appointment. Teaching: The appointee will (i) teach Philosophy courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, (ii) supervise undergraduate and/or postgraduate final projects, and (iii) contribute to service and development of the Department. The appointee will have a standard teaching load of ten courses per year (30 hours per year), distributed according to the needs of the Department and upon mutual agreement. English will be the language of instruction. If necessary, the appointee might be required to supervise students’ capstone projects. Service: The appointee will perform administrative duties as assigned by the Head of the Department, if any. Appointment The conditions of appointment will be competitive. Commencing salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund, gratuity, and incoming passage and baggage allowance for the eligible appointee. Appointments will normally be made on a contract basis for up to two years. The commencement date is no later than August 2026. Candidates with less/more experience will also be considered for appointment at a relevant rank. 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.

Description The Center for Astrophysics and Space Science (CASS) at NYUAD is looking to appoint new independent fellows working in one (or more) of the following center's research fields Extrasolar Planets Galactic Astrophysics (including compact objects) Extragalactic Astrophysics and Cosmology Astroparticle Physics (Dark Matter searches, gamma-ray spectroscopy, gravitational waves) The center currently consists of eight faculty members and more than 25 researchers and PhD students. The Center possesses the unique possibility to investigate fundamental questions in astrophysics, astroparticle physics, and planetary physics from several points of view, with the expertise of its members ranging from collecting and analyzing state-of-the-art data on the nature of the visible and invisible matter in the Universe, to detailed theoretical and numerical studies from planets to galaxies, and linking them together cohesively. We expect successful applicants to work towards improving the collaborations and connections among the different areas. We invite applicants to visit our website to learn more about current research projects at CASS. The center fellows will have access to a 70,000-core Infiniband Cluster (Jubail) dedicated to the science division, several GPU-based clusters at NYUAD, and other supercomputer facilities through the CASS network. NYUAD also has guaranteed observing time on the Green Bank Telescope, the Very Long Baseline Array, and Las Cumbres Observatory, and is a participant in SDSS-V. Applicants should have a PhD in astronomy, astrophysics, physics, or a closely related field. The appointment will be for an initial period of two years with a likely extension to a total of three years. CASS fellows will have dedicated funds for traveling, computing, publications, etc. The preferred starting date is Fall of 2026. Applicants need to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, publication list, and a brief (ideally 2-3 pages) statement of research interests, transcript and three letters of recommendation. Applicants are strongly encouraged to outline in their research statement how they plan to help create connections between the different research areas of the CASS. Applications received before November 30, 2025, will receive full consideration, positions will stay open until filled. If you have any questions, please e-mail Prof. Andrea V. Macciò (Center director) maccio@nyu.edu The terms of employment include a very competitive salary, housing allowance, medical insurance, educational subsidies for children, and other benefits. Please note that the UAE does not levy income tax. About NYU Abu Dhabi https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/ NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents. NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching.