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Shirak State University

Shirak State University is a public university located in Gyumri, the capital of Shirak Province in Armenia.
Founded in 1934 as a pedagogical institute, the university was originally a branch of the Armenian State Pedagogical University. It became an independent higher education institution in 1966 and was restructured as Shirak State University in 2016. Over its history, the university has produced around 80,000 graduates.
The university serves approximately 6,000 students across seven faculties, including physics, mathematics and economics; history and philology; biology and geography; foreign languages; pedagogy; physical and preliminary military training; and philosophy and social sciences. It offers a wide range of bachelor’s and master’s programmes.
The campus is located on Paruyr Sevak Street in the Ani district of Gyumri.
 

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The University of Vienna is internationally renowned for its excellence in teaching and research, and counts more than 7,500 academics from all disciplines. This breadth of expertise offers unique opportunities to address the complex challenges of modern society, to develop comprehensive new approaches, and educate the problem-solvers of tomorrow from a multidisciplinary perspective.

The Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Vienna invites applications for a

Tenure-Track Professorship in Security, Society and the Global East

49 Faculty of Social Sciences
Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. A2
Reference no.: 6011

The position

The successful candidate should have outstanding qualifications in research and teaching in sociology with focus on the relationship between security, and societal transformations and governance, expertise, and everyday life in the Global East. Methodologically, strong competence in qualitative social science methods is expected. Demonstrated capacity to secure and lead competitive, externally funded research projects, including at European level, is expected.

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https://www.soz.univie.ac.at/en/research/research-teams/team-durnova/

Your academic profile:


	Doctoral degree/PhD
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	Outstanding research achievements, excellent publication and funding record, international reputation
	Gender and diversity competence
	Experience in designing of and participating in research projects, ability to lead research groups and acquire third-party funding
	Enthusiasm for excellent teaching and supervision at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral level


We expect the successful candidate to acquire, within three years, proficiency in German sufficient for teaching in bachelor's programmes and for participation in university committees.

We offer:


	the opportunity to obtain a permanent position and eventual promotion to full professor; the initial contract as Assistant Professor is limited to six years, after positive evaluation of a qualification agreement the contract becomes permanent as Associate Professor; Associate Professors can be promoted to Full Professor through an internal competitive procedure.
	a dynamic research environment
	a wide range of research and teaching support services
	attractive working conditions in a city with a high quality of life
	an attractive salary according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement for University Staff (level A2) and an organisational retirement plan


Application documents (in English):


	Letter of motivation
	Academic curriculum vitae
	
		education and training (PhD Certificate, PDF)
		positions held to date
		career breaks (e.g. relevant parental, family or other care periods)
		awards and honors
		commissions of trust
		previous and current cooperation partners
		complete list of acquired third-party funding and, if applicable, of inventions/patents
		list of most important scientific talks (max. 10)
		teaching and mentoring
		supervision experience (Master and PhD), if applicable
	
	
	List of publications
	
		link to your own publicly accessible ORCID record, with a complete and current publication list
		three key publications as electronic full text version (PDF, max 30 MB)
	
	
	Research statement
	
		most important research achievements (max. 2 pages) and planned future research activities (max. 4 pages)
		synopsis of three key publications with relevance to the position advertised
		publication strategy
	
	
	Teaching and supervision statement
	
		teaching and supervision concept, including a description of the previous and planned priorities in academic teaching and supervision (max. 2 pages)
		teaching evaluations (if available, PDF)
	
	


If you have any questions, please contact:

berufungsservice@univie.ac.at

Only applications submitted through the link "Apply now" below will be considered.

The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

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​Application deadline: 09/15/2026

Reference no.: 6011

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The City University of Macau (CityU Macau) is a private, not-for-profit institution that stands as a comprehensive university in Macao, offering a broad range of Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral degree programs, along with professional courses. CityU Macau is proud to be recognized among the top 601-800 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, reflecting our commitment to academic excellence and global engagement.

At CityU Macau, we strive to provide students with a rich and diverse learning experience that paves their paths to the international arena through our continuous expansion of global partnerships. Shouldering our social responsibility of “Serving Macao, Integrating into Greater Bay Area”, our mission is to nurture high-caliber professionals to meet the evolving needs of Macao and the broader region. CityU Macau promotes a culture of diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunity, and gender equity, fostering a supportive and enriching workplace for all staff members.

CityU Macau is now inviting applications for Full Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the following areas:


	Digital Medicine And Health
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	Psychology
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Job Description

Successful candidates are expected to contribute significantly to the faculty program development, and will be responsible in duties including teaching, research, as well as supervision and coordination of student’s professional practice and dissertations.

Job Requirements


	Holder of a Doctoral degree in related field from an accredited institution;
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	Strong academic research ability and clear scientific research planning;
	Able to teach undergraduate or postgraduate course(s) independently;
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	Preference will be given to Macao residents under the same condition.


Remuneration

The remuneration and appointment rank offered will be competitive and commensurate with the successful applicants’ academic qualifications, current position and professional experience. The current local maximum income tax rate in Macao is 12% but is effectively around 5% - 7% after various discretionary exemptions.

Benefits

CityU Macau offers medical and life insurance, voluntary pension fund scheme as well as a wide range of staff leisure workshops, skill enhancement trainings, festive activities, etc.

Application/Nomination Procedures

Applicants should visit https://hro.cityu.edu.mo/category/job-application-zh/teaching-zh/ for more details, and may apply via the link https://career.cityu.edu.mo/Job/Login. The above position will remain open until filled.

The following documents should be uploaded to the provided sections in the online application platform:


	Resume
	Personal Identification Document
	Graduation Certificates
	Cover Letter (clearly indicate the position/reference code and academic unit you are applying for)
	Contact information for three references


Review of applications and nominations will commence immediately. Applicants may consider their applications unsuccessful if they were not invited for an interview within 3 months of submission. The successful candidate is expected to assume the position in August 2026.

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Schemes of Service: Research
Division: Engineering
Employment Type: Fixed Term

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 investigate the effect of explosions and impacts on thin steel plates.

 

Key Responsibilities


	All jobs are accountable for producing a range of outputs or end-results. Please state the major activities carried out to achieve the end results (what needs to be done to achieve the end results)
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	ii.    Conduct numerical simulations using LS-Dyna and OpenRadioss to further the understanding of the phenomena and calibrate empirical/analytical models.  
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	Coordinate procurement and liaison with vendors/suppliers.
	Work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment.
	To communicate with any internal and external stakeholders required to meet the project deliverables.
	Any other ad-hoc duties assigned by Supervisor.


 

Job Requirements


	Have relevant competence in the areas of Finite Element simulations and experimental work
	Have a degree in a relevant Engineering discipline. Possessing a Master’s or PhD degree will be advantageous
	Knowledge of shock mechanics and protection engineering will be advantageous
	Knowledge of non linear materials modelling would be advantageous 


 

Key Competencies 


	Able to build and maintain strong working relationships with people within and external to the university.
	Self-directed learner who believes in continuous learning and development
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The City University of Macau (CityU Macau) is a private, not-for-profit institution that stands as a comprehensive university in Macao, offering a broad range of Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral degree programs, along with professional courses. CityU Macau is proud to be recognized among the top 601-800 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, reflecting our commitment to academic excellence and global engagement.

At CityU Macau, we strive to provide students with a rich and diverse learning experience that paves their paths to the international arena through our continuous expansion of global partnerships. Shouldering our social responsibility of “Serving Macao, Integrating into Greater Bay Area”, our mission is to nurture high-caliber professionals to meet the evolving needs of Macao and the broader region. CityU Macau promotes a culture of diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunity, and gender equity, fostering a supportive and enriching workplace for all staff members.

CityU Macau is now inviting applications for Full Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in the following areas:


	Applied Linguistics
	Art and Design (Digital Cultural and Creative Design)
	Chinese-English Translation
	Comparative Literature
	Cultural Studies
	English Education
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	Intercultural Communication
	Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language
	Visual Communication Design (Digital Media)
	Western Literature


Job Description

Successful candidates are expected to contribute significantly to the faculty program development, and will be responsible in duties including teaching, research, as well as supervision and coordination of student’s professional practice and dissertations.

Job Requirements


	Holder of a Doctoral degree in related field from an accredited institution;
	Applicants currently in the final year of their PhD program will also be considered for the Assistant Professor position;
	Strong academic research ability and clear scientific research planning;
	Able to teach undergraduate or postgraduate course(s) independently;
	Successful experience in supervising undergraduate or postgraduate students;
	Priority considerations will be given to those having a good command of both spoken and written Chinese and English;
	Preference will be given to Macao residents under the same condition.


Remuneration

The remuneration and appointment rank offered will be competitive and commensurate with the successful applicants’ academic qualifications, current position and professional experience. The current local maximum income tax rate in Macao is 12% but is effectively around 5% - 7% after various discretionary exemptions.

Benefits

CityU Macau offers medical and life insurance, voluntary pension fund scheme as well as a wide range of staff leisure workshops, skill enhancement trainings, festive activities, etc.

Application/Nomination Procedures

Applicants should visit https://hro.cityu.edu.mo/en/category/job-application/teaching-en/ for more details, and may apply via the link https://career.cityu.edu.mo/Job/Login. The above position will remain open until filled.

The following documents should be uploaded to the provided sections in the online application platform:


	Resume
	Personal Identification Document
	Graduation Certificates
	Cover Letter (clearly indicate the position/reference code and academic unit you are applying for)
	Contact information for three references


Review of applications and nominations will commence immediately. Applicants may consider their applications unsuccessful if they were not invited for an interview within 3 months of submission. The successful candidate is expected to assume the position in August 2026.

**Personal data provided by applicants will be kept confidential and used for recruitment purpose only.**


Schemes of Service: Professional Officers
Division: Professional Officers
Employment Type: Fixed Term

Job Purpose

The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is Singapore’s first University of Applied Learning, offering industry-relevant degree programmes that prepare its graduates to be work- and future-ready professionals. Its mission is to maximise the potential of its learners and to innovate with industry, through an integrated applied learning and research approach, so as to contribute to the economy and society.

The university’s unique pedagogy integrates work and study, embracing authentic learning in a real-world environment through collaborations with key strategic partners. Its focus on applied research with business impact is aimed at helping industry innovate and grow. Targeted to be ready in 2024, SIT’s centralised campus within the larger Punggol Digital District will feature a vibrant learning environment where academia and industry will be tightly integrated with the community.

SIT espouses an applied learning approach and offers degrees with a strong focus on science and technology. Our faculty work closely with industry on translational research and innovation, as well as provide consultancy on solutions to industry challenges. This well-established nexus with industry endows our graduates with deep skills and work-ready training experience – attuning them to the needs and demands of the future economy.

The Professional Officers Division (POD) houses a centralised pool of academic staff under the Professional Officers scheme. Professional Officers bring specialised and deep technical expertise developed through extensive industry experience. They provide a critical industry perspective to student learning and applied research, complementing the academic expertise of faculty by translating industry practices and real-world applications into the curriculum.

SIT is expanding its Robotics and Embodied AI (EAI) capabilities, building a cohort of academic staff who are keen and experienced working on industry problems in relevant areas. At SIT, academic staff will have the opportunity to shape and lead applied research in a unique real-world environment. Located within Punggol Digital District (PDD), SIT’s purpose-built campus serves as a living lab for precinct-scale robotics test-bedding, where academic staff can work with government and industry partners to develop, validate and deploy next-generation robotic systems safely and at scale. Candidates will contribute to industry-relevant research in embodied AI, simulation and digital twins, cybersecurity, robot operations and related areas, with a strong emphasis on translation into real-world applications. Through collaborations with leading robot companies and end-users, academic staff will help solve practical deployment challenges, build shared digital infrastructure, and train the next generation of robotics talent for Singapore’s future economy.

Key Responsibilities


	Lead or co-lead innovative applied research and industry collaboration projects with industry partners and government agencies. Bring practical engineering skills to drive EAI innovations.
	Design, develop, and teach laboratory sessions and practice-based modules in Robotics & Embodied AI and related areas.
	Secure and manage research grants to support applied research initiatives.
	Supervise and mentor students in applied research projects, Capstone Projects, and the Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP).
	Manage laboratory facilities, equipment, and technical resources to support academic programmes and applied research activities.
	Ensure compliance with laboratory safety policies, procedures, and best practices.
	Contribute to the development of applied AI capabilities, learning resources, and industry-relevant curriculum support.
	Work closely with faculty and internal stakeholders to drive teaching, applied research, and innovation initiatives outcomes.


Job Requirements


	A good Bachelor’s degree or Master’s/PhD degree in Robotics, Mechanical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or a relevant domain with demonstrated embodied AI research and/or application experience.
	At least 8 years of relevant industry experience, preferably in a technical role within an organisation driving research and/or innovation outcomes
	Strong technical expertise in the following areas (ideally at least two):
	
		Policy Learning and Robotics Control: Imitation / reinforcement learning, generative policies, residual learning, cross-embodiment generalisation.
		Robotics Data Engineering: Data capture, synchronisation, calibration, evaluation harnesses and simulation data pipelines
		Foundation Models & World Models for Robotics: VLA grounding, planning interfaces and world-model reasoning for robots
		State Estimation, Perception and Sensor Fusion: 3D scene understanding, diagnostics, active and manipulation-centric perception
		System Integration, Deployment & RobotOps: ROS2 systems integration, runtime robustness, safety and field deployment engineering
		Swarm Robotics & Multi-Agent Systems: Decentralised coordination, shared mapping and resilient communications
		Fleet Management & Remote Operations: Mission control, tele-operation, network resilience and lifecycle operations
		Cyber-Physical Security & Trustworthy Robotics: Threat modelling, resilience, incident response, AI ethics and data privacy
	
	
	Experience applying embodied AI to real-world use areas will be advantageous, such as (non-exhaustive):
	
		Facility Management
		Healthcare
		Advanced Manufacturing
		Urban Systems
		Biotechnology & Chemical Engineering
	
	
	Demonstrated interest and capability in supporting research and academic project work, with the ability to develop software solutions to technical problems.
	Strong supervisory and mentoring skills, with an interest in working closely with students in an educational environment.
	Commitment to continuous learning and professional development, with the ability to keep abreast of developments in the field. Relevant industry certifications will be an added advantage.
	For senior appointments, demonstrated managerial or team leadership experience may be required.



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1001+

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1001+

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1001+

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1501+

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About Shirak State University

Sustainability Impact Ratings

Quality Education 20251501+

Reduced Inequalities 20251001+

Sustainable Cities and Communities 20251001+

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions 20251001+

Partnership for the Goals 20251501+

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Subjects Taught at Shirak State University

Arts and Humanities

Business and Economics

Computer Science

Education Studies

Law

Life Sciences

Physical Sciences

Psychology

Social Sciences

Quality Education 2025
1501+

Reduced Inequalities 2025
1001+

Sustainable Cities and Communities 2025
1001+

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions 2025
1001+

Partnership for the Goals 2025
1501+