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Southern Methodist University is a research oriented higher learning institution in Texas, with campuses in Dallas, University Park, and Highland Park. Chartered in 1911, the university maintains an affiliation with the United Methodist Church, and carries the motto ‘the truth shall set you free’.
Academics at SMU is divided into seven schools; Business, Humanities & Sciences, Law, Engineering, Arts, Theology, and Education.
SMU is also home to one of the most esteemed Dance programmes in the United States, offering both conservatory dance instruction and liberal arts education. Part of the course is an extensive visiting artists programme, giving students the opportunity to work with leading figures in the field.
Science programmes form an active part of study at SMU, and an example of the pioneering research performed is the investigation by the Department of Biology into membrane proteins that can ‘thwart’ chemotherapy treatment after recurrences of a cancer.
Sports teams at SMU are known as the Mustangs, and compete in the NCAA Division I. Among the sixteen sports programmes is the American football team, which play at the 32,000 seater Ford Stadium. Graduates of SMU have gone on to have successful careers in both the NFL and sports broadcasting, such as Don Meredith and Craig James.
Alumni of SMU also include ten congressman and two US Senators, physicist and Nobel Laureate James Cronin, and Oscar winning actress Kathy Bates. In 2013, the George W. Bush Presidential Library was opened on the Dallas campus.
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Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov
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Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov
At the University of Vienna almost 11,000 personalities work together towards answering the big questions of the future. Around 7,700 of them do research and teaching, around 3,000 work in administration and organisation. We are looking for a/an University assistant predoctoral 30 Faculty of Catholic Theology Startdate: 09.03.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 08.03.2030 Reference no.: 5291 Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team! Your personal sphere of influence: As an university assistant/university assistant Praedoc (contract duration: 4 years), you will complement the team of the Department of Dogmatics and History of Dogma at the Institute for Systematic Theology and Ethics at the Catholic Theological Faculty of the University of Vienna (Head of Department: Prof. Jan-Heiner Tück) and take on tasks such as actively supporting the chair holder in the areas of teaching, literature research and website maintenance. During the period of the assistant position, a dissertation project is to be developed. In addition, the renowned international theological journal Communio and its associated online platform are published by the department. We attach great importance to a collegial and harmonious working environment and encourage social and professional exchange. You can find an insight into our team and our areas of work here: https://dg-ktf.univie.ac.at Your future tasks: You will actively participate in research, teaching, administration and collaboration, which means: Preparing a dissertation in our Department of Dogmatics and History of Dogma (completion of a dissertation agreement within 12–18 months) Your own academic activities (especially writing a dissertation) will be supported and encouraged. Participation in research projects and academic publications of the department Participation in and independent teaching of courses in accordance with the provisions of the collective agreement for pre-doctoral assistants Co-supervision of students Participation in the organisation of conferences, symposia and excursions Participation in teaching and research administration Proofreading of publications and the international theological journal Communio… This is part of your personality: Requirements: Completed diploma/master's degree in Catholic theology Excellent written and spoken German Very good written and spoken English Good knowledge of Latin Ability to work independently and take responsibility for results Comprehensive IT skills, especially MS Office for maintaining the website You contribute with high social/communication skills. Desirable: Completed diploma/master's thesis in the field of dogmatics An additional modern foreign language Knowledge of the history of dogma Knowledge of Hebrew and Ancient Greek The employment duration is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration. What we offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely. Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment. Good public transport connections: Your workplace is easily accessible by public transport. Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.776,10 (on full-time employment basis) increases if we can credit professional experience. Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! It is that easy to apply: With your scientific curriculum vitae / letter of intent With your summary of research interests / ideas for a prospective doctoral project proposal (max. X p.) Master Degree / Diploma Via our job portal / Apply now - button If you have any content questions, please contact: Jan-Heiner Tück jan-heiner.tueck@univie.ac.at We look forward to new personalities in our team! The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection Application deadline: 02/20/2026 Prae Doc
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The basic salary of EUR 3.776,10 (on full-time employment basis)
Posted
13 Feb 2026
University Assistant Predoctoral, Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy
University of Vienna
Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov
University of Vienna
Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov
The University of Vienna is a community of over 10,000 individuals, including approximately 7,500 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. They represent individuals driven by curiosity and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With us, they find the space to try things out and unfold their potential. Are you inspired by their passion and determination? We are currently seeking a/an University assistant predoctoral 53 Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy Startdate: 01.04.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 31.03.2030 Reference no.: 5196 The Department of Geography and Regional Research is part of the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy. It is the largest and oldest Geography department in Austria. The department offers scientific degrees in the bachelor program, in three master programs, in the teacher education program (Bachelor and Master), and in two doctoral programs. Details on the department can be access on http://geographie.univie.ac.at/en/home/. Your personal sphere of influence: The position is assigned to the working group Physical Geography, which has a sound reputation in the research domains of landslides, “human impact” on geosystems and spatial modeling of geomorphic processes as well as in the applied research in the thematic areas global environmental change, natural hazards and –risks, vulnerability, multi-hazard risk and early warning systems. The position is embedded at the interface of natural hazards, risk assessment, vulnerability, multi-hazards and risks, early warning systems and disaster management with a focus on work with big data and spatial planning. 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Interest in Natural Hazards and Risk, spatial analysis and landslide modeling Interest in the systematic investigation of real and potential consequences of landslides on societal systems in the sense of consequence analyses Interest in spatio-temporal scenario analysis of natural hazards and risks in relation to climate change Strongest interest in remote sensing/ Earth observation applications for data acquisition, data processing, data analysis, and advanced visualization of results GIS qualifications are of major advances Skills in project management Very good pedagogic teaching skills Knowledge in e-learning is beneficial Excellent knowledge in English in word and writing Knowledge in German in word and writing High command of written and oral language Ability to work in teams Knowledge in programming language/s, ArcGIS for Desktop and Server, Literature database, Adobe products Experience with slope stability programs What we offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work from home (within Austria / upon agreement). Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team with outstanding research infrastructure in a healthy and fair working environment. Good public transport connections: Your workplace is easily accessible by public transport. Fair salary: A basic gross salary of EUR 3.776,10 (on a 40h/week basis; amount as of 01/01/2026) per month, 14 times a year. Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge. Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional personality to the team! The employment duration is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration. Your application should include the following documents: Curriculum Vitae Motivation letters for research (in English, max.1 page) and teaching (in German, max. 1 page) List of Publications, proof of teaching experiences (if applicable) Diplomas Academic Transcripts If you have any questions, please contact: Thomas Glade thomas.glade@univie.ac.at We look forward to new personalities in our team! 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. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection Application deadline: 02/24/2026 Prae Doc
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EUR 3.776,10 (on a 40h/week basis; amount as of 01/01/2026) per month
Posted
13 Feb 2026
Chief Research and Innovation Officer
The Royal Melbourne Hospital
Australia, Melbourne
The Royal Melbourne Hospital
Australia, Melbourne
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Salary
Competitive
Posted
12 Feb 2026
Lecturer in Hospitality Business Management and Food Service (HE)
University College Birmingham
United Kingdom, Birmingham
University College Birmingham
United Kingdom, Birmingham
Salary: £38,784 - £43,482 per annum Contractual hours: 37 Basis: Full Time Package: Full details can be found here - https://www.ucb.ac.uk/about-us/work-for-us/rewards-and-benefits/ Job category/type: Academic, Higher Education, Hospitality Job reference: REQ000495 Attachments: attachmentLecturer in Hospitality Business Management and Food Service (HE) - JDPS - Feb 26.pdf University College Birmingham is looking to recruit a Lecturer in Hospitality Business Management and Food Service to join the growing and exciting College of Food, to be part of the teaching team delivering high quality, inspiring, and inclusive programmes across their portfolio of courses. The ideal candidate will be degree qualified, ideally to a postgraduate level, have industry experience across the Food, Hospitality, and Culinary sectors, and preferably have sustained teaching experience within the HE field. The candidate will be required to teach practical and theory subjects in areas such as Food Service and Restaurant Management, Hospitality Operations Management, Food and Beverage Operations, Employability Skills, and Entrepreneurism, as well as providing outstanding tutoring and pastoral support to diverse and ambitious student cohorts. If you want to work in The College of Food, be part of a proactive team, guide the next generation of Hospitality and Food professionals, and contribute to the growth and success of the iconic and world-renowned institution, then apply now! Standard Information UCB is an equal opportunities employer. University College Birmingham is proud to be TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating UCB has achieved the Investors in Diversity Bronze Award. You may need to obtain permission to work in the UK if you don’t already have the unrestricted right to work in any role. There are various types of visa which include the right to work. You can check if you need a UK visa using the Government’s online tool and find information about UK visa routes and the eligibility criteria that must be met for each route Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). All staff are required to prove their right to work in the UK before they start work. All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to commencement. All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.
Salary
£38,784 - £43,482 per annum
Posted
13 Feb 2026
Tenure-Track Associate Professor/Assistant Professor of Robotics
The University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong
The University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Ref.: 534314 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Mechanical Engineering (14500) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Associate Professor/Assistant Professor of Robotics in the Department of Mechanical Engineering (Ref.: 534314), to commence as soon as possible, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract. Robotics is reshaping the future of engineering — and mechanical engineering is at the heart of this transformation. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, our researchers tackle some of the most complex challenges in intelligent systems, from precision manipulation and manufacturing automation to surgical assistance, space exploration, and operations in hazardous environments. In particular, the rapid growth of soft and intelligent robotics research is opening exciting new opportunities for innovation, impact, and real-world solutions. The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Hong Kong offers B.Eng., M.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D. programmes within one of the region’s most highly ranked engineering schools. With around 35 dedicated full-time faculty members and state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, the Department provides an inspiring environment where innovation thrives. Our research spans frontier areas such as advanced robotics, soft and flexible robot design, actuation, sensing and control, bio-inspired engineering, exoskeletons, biomimetic robots, and their applications in healthcare. We welcome students and researchers to join us in pushing the boundaries of mechanical engineering. Information about the Department can be obtained at http://www.mech.hku.hk. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field with an excellent research record. The appointee is expected to conduct frontier research within the following areas: robotic intelligence, humanoid robotics, surgical robotics, bio-inspired robotics, wearable devices and robotics, soft robotics, autonomous vehicles, aerial robotics. They will also be responsible for delivering quality teaching in relevant subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in addition to the engagement in knowledge transfer activities and provision of administrative service to the University/Faculty/Department. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload a cover letter, an up-to-date C.V. with a detailed publication list, a teaching statement, a research statement and the contact information of at least three referees. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until June 30, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, ethics, inclusivity, diversity and transparency
Salary
Competitive salary
Posted
13 Feb 2026