Université Kofi Annan de Guinee

0.5fte (fixed term) Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today. The School of Engineering and Built Environment is a vibrant community that welcomes bright individuals and creative thinkers. Our students are guided to academic and professional success by our practical, accredited courses and high-calibre academic staff. LJMU has been awarded funding from UKRI to develop the Med-IREN project: Mediterranean critical Infrastructure Resilience Engineering with Nature based solutions (UKRI Horizon Europe HORIZON-MISS-2023-CLIMA-01-02) to further knowledge and practice within the field of Construction Environmental Impact, to integrate NbS into grey infrastructure to strengthen resilience in Mediterranean climate hot spots. LJMU supports the design of buildings and structures by quantifying potential waste and incorporating biomaterials using locally available resources, leveraging its expertise in engineering characterisation of construction materials, on-site and lab-based testing, computational modelling, and project sustainability evaluation with carbon tools. We are now looking for a Research Assistant in the School of Engineering and Built Environment. You will be self-motivated with a proven track record on engineering knowledge on building and infrastructure development needs aligned with SDGs and experienced on working in a team environment. You will be able to raise the profile and promote the activities of the project. You will assess and enhance the resilience of regional and European supply chains for zero-cement concrete production. You will optimise zero-cement concrete material compositions utilising regional resources. In addition, you will conduct thorough testing of geopolymer synthesis and bacteria-based self-healing systems and perform a variety of durability tests on concrete samples. In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction, and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. Find out more about working at LJMU here. If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you. LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit. Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated. LJMU are committed to adhering to the Principles set out in the Researcher Development Concordat; in line with this all fixed-term researchers will be supported to complete 10 days professional development activities per year (pro-rata). 

University of Nottingham Ningbo China is seeking to recruit an HR Officer/Assistant, HR Business Partner Team The HR Officer/Assistant provides operational and administrative support across the full recruitment lifecycle and visa service process for assigned faculties, schools and departments, ensuring services are delivered efficiently, professionally and in compliance with University policies and relevant Chinese regulatory requirements. The HR Officer/Assistant also contributes to HR projects and service improvement initiatives, including process optimisation, digital workflow enhancement, data analysis and implementation support. In addition, the HR Officer/Assistant supports the Talent Scheme Senior Manager in the planning, coordination and administration of talent scheme applications, working closely with applicants, internal stakeholders, external experts and relevant authorities to ensure timely and high-quality submissions. The role will also support the effective administration and compliance management of postdoctoral research fellows and related research station operations. The appointment level will be determined based on the successful applicant’s qualifications, skills and relevant experience. Your Responsibility You will be expected: Execute operational activities across the full recruitment lifecycle for assigned positions, including job posting, candidate sourcing and screening coordination, interview arrangement, offer administration and onboarding support. Support work visa and employment-related administration for international staff, including documentation, application coordination, progress tracking and record maintenance. Prepare recruitment and visa-related data, reports and basic metrics to support operational monitoring and service improvement. Support the planning, coordination and implementation of talent scheme work plans and application processes, maintaining accurate records, and preparing data and reports as required and liaise with applicants, internal stakeholders, external experts/vendors and relevant authorities to support timely and high-quality submissions. Support the administration and operation of postdoctoral research stations at UNNC and its subsidiaries, including recruitment coordination, records management, compliance follow-up and reporting. Support HR service improvement initiatives, including process review, SOP enhancement, workflow optimisation and HR system-related activities. Prepare project updates, action trackers, data summaries and basic analysis to support project monitoring and decision-making. Monitor relevant policy, regulatory and operational updates, and support HR training, workshops, information sessions and other HR operational activities as required. About You You should have a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Education, Management or other relevant disciplines. You should have relevant experience in administration, HR operations, recruitment coordination, visa/employment administration, project coordination or other professional service support. You should have strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, follow up on deadlines and maintain attention to detail. You should have good written and verbal communication skills in both English and Mandarin, with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders. You should have good analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle operational issues in a structured and professional manner; About Us Join a unique British University in China. The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in China. This award winning campus offering a UK style education has grown to establish a student body of over 10,000 in 22 years. The University of Nottingham Ningbo, China, a pioneer in Sino-foreign tertiary education, is rapidly expanding. It is looking for ambitious, talented academics with a passion for teaching as well as research flair to join its team of science and engineering experts. UNNC is part of the University of Nottingham’s Global University, and offers unique teaching and research opportunities in a highly dynamic economy.  Your Remuneration, Benefits and Support The post will be offered on a fixed term contract for 3 years and a probation of 6 months with University of Nottingham Ningbo China. We are committed to providing competitive employment packages while supporting the wellbeing of our staff to help them reach their full potential. How to Apply  Applicants should submit an application via our on-line application system before 14 July 2026 23:59 Beijing Time at: https://jobs.nottingham.edu.cn/job/184564/  Only on-line applications made at (http://job.nottingham.edu.cn ) will be accepted. Referees will be contacted prior to interview and interviews will take place in Ningbo China. Informal enquiries may be addressed via email: job@nottingham.edu.cn. If you are unable to apply on-line please contact the Human Resources Office, Tel: 86 574 88180000 (ext. 6323). Equality and Diversity University of Nottingham Ningbo China is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our intention to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential, regardless of gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age*, socio-economic background, disability, religious or political beliefs, trade union membership, family circumstances, sexual orientation or other irrelevant distinction.

Professor Ying Weng is seeking to recruit an Assistant Research Fellow in Artificial Intelligence (outsourced) to join the research project team in School of Computer Science at University of Nottingham Ningbo China. Your Responsibilities: The successful candidate will have specific responsibility for Professor Ying Weng’s research project in Artificial Intelligence. The person appointed will be expected to conduct work using approaches or methodologies and techniques appropriate to the type of research, and will be responsible for writing up their work for publication. The successful appointee will have the opportunity to use their initiative and creativity to develop research methods and extend their research portfolio. This may include opportunities to: undertake supervised research which may include planning, preparing, setting up, conducting and recording the outcome of experiments and fieldwork, developing questionnaires and conducting surveys within the framework of an agreed programme. Conduct literature and database searches and carry out analyses and/or tests and/or critical evaluations using specified and agreed techniques, approaches and/or models and document findings.. Contribute to the production of research reports and publications Prepare and present papers on research progress and outcomes to relevant groups including external bodies.. Continue to develop skills in and knowledge of research methods and techniques and contribute to the development of/or choice of techniques, models, methods, critiques and approaches. Communicate information and ideas to other staff and advise and assist other staff within area of expertise. Build relationships with internal and external contacts to develop knowledge and understanding and form relationships for future collaborations. Work in conjunction with others in the research team, achieve objectives and deadlines of the research project. Participate in training and staff development events, as trainer or trainee, as appropriate. Maintain appropriate professional development, expertise and awareness. Undertake other tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be required. About You: Essential: Degree in relevant subject area. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with clarity on complex information. Developing research skills. Ability to contribute to method improvement. Analytical ability to facilitate conceptual thinking, innovation and creativity. Ability to build relationships and collaborate with others, internally and externally. Evidence of sufficient breadth or depth of research methodologies and techniques to work in research area. Desirable: Master’s Degree in relevant subject area. Demonstrates a desire to further develop skills and knowledge of research methods and techniques. Some practical experience of applying the specialist skills approaches and techniques required for the role. Evidence in use of research methodologies and techniques to work within research area About Us: Join a unique British University in China. University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in China. This award winning campus offering a UK style education has grown to establish a student body of over 10,000 in just 22 years. This is an exciting opportunity to join the School of Computer Science, in the Faculty of Science & Engineering, based at the University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC). The School of Computer Science at UNNC is part of the School of Computer Science at the University of Nottingham, UK, which is ranked among the top UK Computer Science departments (http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/computerscience ). The School at UNNC offers a full range of undergraduate and postgraduate computer science programmes. Supported by major research grants, the School of Computer Science at UNNC is developing research excellence in areas including Machine Learning, Big Data, Visual Analytics, Computational Intelligence, Machine Learning, Software Implementation and Testing, and their applications in manufacturing, transport, healthcare and others. Your Remuneration, Benefits and Support You will be offered a fixed term for 1 year with an outsourced contract effective from June 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. We are committed to providing competitive employment packages while supporting the wellbeing of our staff to help them reach their full potential. How to Apply Applicants wishing to apply for a vacancy should submit the following documents by email to: job@nottingham.edu.cn before 23:59 (Beijing Time) on the closing date. Please include: Vacancy reference number & title Application Form Cover Letter CV Enquiries If you are unable to apply online please contact the Human Resources Office via Email: Job@nottingham.edu.cn and quote the reference number of “184601”.