The University of Kitakyushu

Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) 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 aspires to become 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: Professor and Director Pan Sutong Shanghai-Hong Kong Economic Policy Research Institute (Post Ref.: 24/245) Pan Sutong Shanghai-Hong Kong Economic Policy Research Institute (PSEI) aims to promote policy-related research on economic development of the Mainland and Hong Kong. It will synergise resources and expertise in the Mainland and Hong Kong to strengthen research on salient issues related to the economic and financial development of the two places. It will also provide research consultancy on industry and economic policies, in addition to offering policy advice to the authorities to foster mutual prosperity of the Mainland and Hong Kong. The Institute is seeking an outstanding scholar with distinguished scholarly accomplishment in research, teaching and knowledge exchange in the field of policy-related research on economic development of the Mainland and Hong Kong. The appointee will be appointed as a Professor in the Department of Economics and concurrently as Director of the PSEI. The Director of PSEI will be expected to (i) provide strategic direction and leadership for the operation of the Institute to ensure research quality and effectiveness; (ii) formulate and implement strategies for networking and building rapport with academia, business sector, industries and other related stakeholders; (iii) explore new collaboration opportunities with community partners and stakeholders and (iv) identify and secure funding opportunities through grants, partnerships and sponsorships to support the research projects/programmes and various activities of the Institute. General Requirements Applicants should have a PhD degree in Economics or relevant discipline, with substantial teaching experience and excellent track record in research and scholarly activities. Good networking capability and ability to establish linkages with the business sector, industries and other research stakeholders would be a definite advantage. Salary and Benefits The conditions of appointment will be competitive. The remuneration 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. Appointment will normally be made on an initial contract of three years, which, subject to review and mutual agreement, may lead to longer-term appointments with possibility of consideration for substantiation. For applicants with outstanding credentials, substantiation at appointment will be considered. Application Procedure (online applications 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.

The laboratories of Dr. Jette Lengefeld (www.lengefeldlab.com) and Dr. Nahid Khan are inviting applicants for two post-doctoral and two PhD student positions in stem cell, metabolism and aging biology. The Lengefeld Lab is located on the Viikki Campus, and the Khan Lab is located at Faculty of Medicine, both part of the University of Helsinki: The HiLIFE Institute of Biotechnology (BI), located in the Viikki Science Park is a research institute at University of Helsinki. The institute harbors ~35 research groups and 250 researchers, and it operates at the highest international level. For more information, please visit https://www.helsinki.fi/en/hilife-institute-of-biotechnology. University of Helsinki's Biomedicum Helsinki is an elite community of over 90 research groups on the Meilahti campus, blending basic science, translational studies, and clinical innovation with state-of-the-art facilities for genomics, proteomics, and AI-driven discoveries. For more information, please visit https://biomedicum.com The NovoNordisk funded project focuses on the observation that people live longer than ever, but health declines significantly during the later years. Current treatments target age-related conditions and diseases individually, despite their shared root in cellular aging. This leads to inefficient treatments and high healthcare costs. We will study how rejuvenating the blood system affects systemic metabolic functions in the body during aging. Using mouse models, flow cytometry, RNA/DNA sequencing, proteomics, metabolomics, immunofluorescence microscopy, HSC transplantation and assays of multiple organs, we aim to metabolically restore cellular functions to extend healthspan. Lengefeld lab: Position description: We are looking for a highly motivated and independent postdoctoral researcher and PhD student to join Lengefeld at Viiki campus to perform a project focused on metabolic aging using hematopoietic stem cells.  Qualifications for postdoc position: PhD in hematology, hematopoietic stem cell biology, aging biology or a related field (degree requirement must be met by the beginning of the employment). Strong interest to carry out cutting-edge research and an attitude to drive own research and work in an intra and inter team fashion is highly expected Strong expertise in stem cell biology and experience working with mice is highly beneficial Excellent communication skills in English are required Qualifications for PhD position: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in molecular biology, biochemistry, cell Biology, or related field Hands-on experience with mouse models (handling, treatment, phenotyping) Experience with stem cell research and microscopy Strong analytical skills and familiarity with data analysis tools Highly motivated, and able to work collaboratively Knowledge of aging pathways Excellent communication skills in English are required Khan lab: Position description: We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join Khan lab at Stem Cell and Metabolism Research Program (STEMM) focused on metabolic aging. The successful postdoc candidate will lead projects investigating the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying metabolic dysfunction during aging using cutting-edge approaches in immunology, metabolomics, transcriptomics, and tissue histology. The project will combine molecular biology, metabolomics, and mouse/cell culture models to understand the mechanisms underlying age-associated metabolic dysfunction. Qualifications for postdoc position: PhD in Molecular Biology, Immunology, Metabolism, or related field. Expertise in FACS-based immunophenotyping and general immunology techniques. Experience in metabolomics analysis (LC-MS/MS or GC-MS). Proficiency in transcriptomics analysis (RNA-seq) and associated bioinformatics workflows. Histological analysis of tissues, including sample preparation, staining (H&E, immunohistochemistry, or immunofluorescence), and microscopy. Skilled in R programming for statistical analysis and data visualization is plus Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Preferred Skills: Experience with mouse models and histology. Familiarity with multi-omics data integration. Knowledge of immunometabolic pathways. Qualifications for PhD position: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, or related field. Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning, Western blotting, etc.). Experience with metabolomics analysis (sample prep, LC-MS/MS, or GC-MS). Skilled in mouse models (handling, treatment, phenotyping) and/or cell culture experiments. Strong analytical skills and familiarity with data analysis tools. Highly motivated, and able to work collaboratively. Preferred Skills: Knowledge of aging models or metabolic pathways. Experience with histology or imaging techniques. Familiarity with R or other statistical tools for data analysis. The postdoctoral researcher and PhD-student positions are initially limited to 2 and 4 years, respectively, with a possibility of extension. A trial period of 6 months will be applied, and the salaries will be based on the University salary scheme for teaching and research personnel composed of both task specific and personal performance components.  Application Process: Cover letter detailing research experience and interests. Curriculum vitae (CV) including link to Google Scholar profile Contact information for two references. Please submit your application, together with the required attachments, through the University of Helsinki recruitment system by clicking the “Apply for the position” - link below. Applicants employed by the University of Helsinki must submit their application through the SAP Fiori portal.  The deadline for the applications is 1st of March 2026, but the positions will be filled immediately once suitable candidates have been identified. For technical support regarding the recruitment system, please contact rekrytointi@helsinki.fi. Selected recent publications: Lengefeld J, Cheng CW, Maretich P, Blair M, Hagen H, McReynolds MR, Sullivan E, Mayors K, Roberts C, Steiner J, Kang JH, Miettinen TP, Manalis SR, Antebi A, Rabinowitz JD, Morrison S, Lees J, Boyer L, Yilmaz O, Amon A “Cell size determines stem cell potential during aging“, Science Advances (2021), Khan, N.A., Nikkanen, J., Yatsuga, S., Jackson, C., Wang, L., Pradhan, S., Kivela, R., Pessia, A., Velagapudi, V., and Suomalainen, A. (2017). mTORC1 Regulates Mitochondrial Integrated Stress Response and Mitochondrial Myopathy Progression. Cell Metabolism 26, 419-428 e415. Pirinen E, Auranen M*, Khan NA*, Brilhante V, Urho N, Pessia A, Hakkarainen A, Ulla Heinonen JK, Schmidt MS, Haimilahti K, Piirilä P, Lundbom N, Taskinen MR, Brenner C, Velagapudi V, Pietiläinen KH, Suomalainen A. (2020) Niacin Cures Systemic NAD+ Deficiency and Improves Muscle Performance in Adult-Onset Mitochondrial Myopathy Cell Metabolism 32(1):144. doi: 10.1016/j.cmet.2020.05.020.  Finland is a member of the EU, has high quality free schooling (also in English), generous family benefits and healthcare, and was recently ranked as the best country in the world for expat families and in the world’s top ten most livable cities. Finland and the Helsinki region possess top expertise in sciences in terms of a vibrant talent pool, leading research, strong support services and functioning collaboration networks. For more information about working at the University of Helsinki and living in Finland, please see helsinki.fi/en/university/working-at-the-university. Helsinki Institute of Life Science (HiLIFE) was established in 2017 and supports high quality life science research across the University campuses and faculties. HiLIFE builds on existing strengths and new recruits and partnerships to create an attractive international environment for researchers to solve grand challenges in health, food, and environment. HiLIFE coordinates research infrastructures in life sciences and provides research-based interdisciplinary training. The University of Helsinki, founded in 1640, is one of the world’s leading universities for multidisciplinary research. The university has an international academic community of 40,000 students and staff members. The University of Helsinki offers comprehensive services to its employees, including occupational health care and health insurance, sports facilities, and professional development opportunities. 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Description We are inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in the Division of Social Science at NYU Abu Dhabi from individuals who have or will soon receive a PhD in sociology, social psychology, computational social science, computer science, information science, data science, or a closely related field. The appointment will begin September 1, 2026, subject to final budget approval and is available for up to three years. The post-doctoral associate will spend half their time on independent research, and half their time on collaborative research with Professors Mario D. Molina, Minsu Park, and Blaine Robbins. The collaborative research will be large-scale analyses of digital traces (e.g., Yelp, Airbnb, Stack Exchange) and virtual lab experiments to study how ingroup favoritism and group boundaries coevolve in multiplex communities; how attribute- and opinion-based cues shape insider/outsider categorization, intergroup relations, and social cohesion; and how to design interventions that promote inclusivity, fairness, and productive discourse online. We seek a candidate with expertise in the following four areas: (1) working with large-scale digital trace data; (2) building and running natural language processing and machine learning workflows; (3) experimental design and causal inference (including virtual lab experiments); and/or (4) network or computational modeling. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in applying these tools to questions of group formation, intergroup relations, and the distribution of resources on online platforms. This is an excellent position for a computational social scientist or a computer/data scientist eager to transition into the social sciences. The position does not require teaching, but it may be possible to get teaching experience for compensation. You would join a group of over 20 post-doctoral fellows and 70 faculty in the Division of Social Science. For consideration, applicants must submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae with a complete list of publications, a statement of research interests, two letters of reference, transcript and one writing sample, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email the Principal Investigators: Professors Mario D. Molina (mdmolina@nyu.edu), Minsu Park (mp5500@nyu.edu), and Blaine Robbins (bgr3@nyu.edu). Applications will be accepted until November 15, 2025. About NYU Abu Dhabi NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU’s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities. EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Employer UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply