University of Manchester

Applications are invited for:- Faculty of Law Professor(s)/ Associate Professor(s)/ Assistant Professor(s) (Ref: 2500025F) (Closing date: January 31, 2026) The Faculty of Law at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK LAW) is one of the most dynamic and accomplished research-intensive law schools in Asia. Since welcoming its inaugural student cohort in 2006, CUHK LAW has earned international recognition for excellence in legal research and education. This reputation is affirmed by the latest Research Assessment Exercise (2020) conducted by Hong Kong’s University Grants Committee, in which 83% of the Faculty’s research output was rated as “world-leading” (4*) or “internationally excellent” (3*). With a strong global outlook, our academic staff represent nearly twenty jurisdictions through their origins or training. CUHK LAW now invites applications for appointment as Professor, Associate Professor, or Assistant Professor. The Faculty upholds a robust and ambitious research culture, with research excellence firmly at the core of its academic mission. We place particular emphasis on high-quality scholarship that advances disciplinary debates and contributes meaningfully to global and regional conversations in law. Candidates for appointment at the Professor level are expected to have an established record of academic leadership in research and/or education at the international level. They should demonstrate a sustained trajectory of influential scholarship and a proven ability to mentor colleagues in advancing the Faculty’s research profile. Appointees at the Associate Professor level should have an internationally recognised reputation for research excellence and a proven capacity to contribute to the Faculty’s research profile. Candidates at this level should already possess a strong portfolio of high-impact publications and a clear scholarly agenda of continuing distinction. Candidates for Assistant Professorships should have completed their doctorate by the time of appointment and either possess a strong record of quality publications or demonstrate clear potential to develop into a productive and impactful scholar. Clear evidence of a coherent research trajectory and commitment to producing high-quality outputs will be essential. The Faculty particularly welcomes applications in foundational common law subjects (especially private law subjects), artificial intelligence and law, banking and finance law, intellectual property law, and PRC law. Exceptionally well-qualified candidates in other areas may also be considered. Applicants should complete the online application form and upload the following documents: (a) a cover letter (maximum 2 pages); (b) a full curriculum vitae; (c) a teaching statement (maximum 2 pages); and (d) a statement of major research and scholarly achievements (maximum 3 pages), highlighting up to four representative publications or research outputs from the past five years, with a description of their originality, significance, and rigour. Appointments will initially be made on fixed-term basis of up to three years, with the possibility of renewal subject to mutual agreement and satisfactory performance. The current starting base salary, payable over 12 months, is HK$80,825 per month (approximately US$10,350 / £7,800 per month) for Assistant Professors; HK$100,050 per month (approximately US$12,825 / £9,650 per month) for Associate Professors; and HK$126,370 per month (approximately US$16,200 / £12,190 per month) for Professors. In addition to the base salary, appointees are eligible for a monthly housing allowance and an end-of-contract gratuity, subject to prevailing terms and conditions. CUHK LAW is committed to promoting diversity and warmly welcomes applications from candidates whose backgrounds and experiences will enrich the intellectual and cultural life of the Faculty. Further information about CUHK LAW is available at http://www.cuhk.edu.hk/law. The application deadline is 31 January 2026, and applications will be considered on a rolling basis. We regret that we will only be able to contact candidates selected for further consideration. Prospective applicants are welcome to contact the Dean of the Faculty at deanoflaw@cuhk.edu.hk for informal inquiries. Application Procedure The University only accepts and considers applications submitted online for the post above via the CUHK career site. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://career.cuhk.edu.hk.

Full-time, Continuing position Salary Academic Level D ($170,080 - $187,373 p.a.) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University About the Role RMIT University is seeking an Associate Professor in Geotechnical Engineering to provide academic leadership and research excellence within the School of Engineering, with a strong focus on Computational Geomechanics and industry-engaged research translation. This role is suited to a senior academic who combines deep technical expertise with a passion for applying advanced research to real-world engineering challenges. You will play a leading role in shaping the discipline's teaching, research direction and industry impact, while mentoring staff and HDR candidates and contributing to the School's strategic priorities. Your research will centre on numerical modelling of soil behaviour, including the development of advanced constitutive models, simulation frameworks and predictive tools that inform geotechnical design. You will be expected to lead high-quality research programs, attract competitive funding, and translate outcomes through strong collaboration with industry and government partners. As an Associate Professor, you will make original, innovative and distinguished contributions at a national and emerging international level, while also delivering high-quality teaching and contributing to academic governance and leadership across the University. Key Responsibilities: Academic Leadership & Teaching Lead innovation and continuous improvement in teaching programs, including assessment design, moderation and quality assurance Direct award programs and contribute to improved student learning outcomes Provide academic leadership and mentoring to colleagues across teaching and scholarship Research & Impact Lead nationally and internationally recognised research programs in geotechnical engineering Build, lead and mentor high-performing research teams Secure competitive external research funding to support sustained research growth Lead publication efforts in high-quality outlets Supervise Higher Degree by Research (HDR) candidates to successful completion Translate research outcomes into practice through industry and government collaboration Service & Governance Make a substantial contribution to the strategic planning and governance of the Department, School, College and University Contribute to committees and leadership forums within and beyond the University Actively support a collaborative, inclusive and high-performing academic culture About You You are a respected academic leader with a strong reputation in computational geomechanics and a proven ability to bridge cutting-edge research with industry application. You will demonstrate: A nationally recognised research profile, with emerging international recognition, in areas such as computational geomechanics, offshore geotechnics and soil-structure interaction modelling Proven experience leading award programs and implementing innovative, student-centred learning approaches Strong industry and government engagement translating research into practice Extensive research leadership experience, including building collaborative teams and securing competitive funding A strong record of supervising HDR candidates and developing research capacity Demonstrated capability in leading, mentoring and managing academic teams Sound understanding of governance, financial management and quality systems within a university environment High-level interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills, including engagement with senior stakeholders and external partners A collaborative leadership style and proven contribution to shared strategic goals. Qualifications Mandatory: PhD in Civil Engineering. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. About the STEM College RMIT's STEM College is a national and global leader in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and health disciplines. With over 1,000 staff and 25,000 students, we deliver high-impact education and research that transforms industries and communities. Industry engagement is embedded in everything we do, ensuring our research delivers real-world impact and our graduates are work-ready. Our commitment to diversity is led by Victoria's first Dean of STEM, Diversity & Inclusion, appointed in 2020. The School of Engineering The School of Engineering is one of the largest Engineering Schools in Australia. It has over 350 staff and 7000 students, including 800 HDR students. The School is committed to driving innovation and collaboration through our industry partnerships. Our industry partners range from small companies to multinational organisations and we work together on translating our research into impact for our partners and the wider community. The School comprises the following Departments: Aerospace Engineering Biomedical Engineering Chemical and Environmental Engineering Civil and Infrastructure Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering Mechanical, Manufacturing and Mechatronics Engineering The School is developing new industry led degrees, where our students learn whilst working for companies, as well as innovation hubs where we will co-locate industry partners, our research teams and our undergraduate students. Over the next three to five years the School of Engineering will support these new strategic plans through investments in new facilities. This will include reimaging our teaching laboratories, where we will use new digital technologies to enhance the student experience, as well as research labs where partnerships with industry will enable us to maintain leading research facilities. https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/engineering To Apply Please click the 'Apply' link below and upload the following documents: Your CV A cover letter A separate document addressing the Key Selection Criteria For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Associate Professor Dilan Robert via email at dilan.robert@rmit.edu.au For further information regarding recruitment processes, please contact Jennifer Pham, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor via email at jennifer.pham2@rmit.edu.au Please do not share your application to this email address. Please note: Due to the University's end-of-year shutdown period from 25 December 2025 to 1 January 2026, there will be no talent support during this time. Recruitment will resume once the University reopens in January 2026. Position Description - Associate Professor, Geotechnical Engineering Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click 'apply' and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Due to recent upgrades, position description links may not work on LinkedIn advertisements. Applications close on Tuesday 27 January 2026 at 11.59pm. RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

The University of Vienna is a community of almost 11,000 individuals, including approximately 7,700 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 University assistant (pre-doc) in the working group Knowledge and Culture 49 Faculty of Social Sciences Startdate: 15.02.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 14.02.2029 Reference no.: 5027 We are looking for a PhD student to join the Department of Sociology, Faculty of Social Sciences, to work in the working group Knowledge and Culture led by Prof. Michaela Pfadenhauer. Your tasks will include developing and carrying out your dissertation project, contributing to the acquisition of project grants by writing project proposals, teaching, and actively participating in department activities. Your personal sphere of influence: As a hired university assistant pre-doc, you will contribute to the research team around Prof. Michaela Pfadenhauer in the working group Knowledge and Culture. This working group adopts research perspectives grounded in sociology of knowledge, symbolic interactionism and the theory of communicative constructivism. The phenomena we research are as diverse and complex as the socially constructed realities within which they occur or by which they are generated. Our interpretive social research focuses on the precise analysis of three themes: first, communicative forms of action, second, sociality and collectivization, and, third, climate cultures intertwined with (e.g. cli-fi) literature and/or discourses on sustainability. Your dissertation project should be embedded in one of these three themes. Our team currently consists of one post-doc, two pre-docs, one student assistant and one administrative assistant. We value open, respectful communication, and a collaborative team spirit which puts academic co-writing center-stage. The position is advertised to the extent of 30 hours/week (75%) for a period of three years, with the possibility of extension to a total maximum of four years. The anticipated start date is in February 2026. Your future tasks: As a hired pre-doc, you will work on your PhD dissertation, participate in research activities of the group and the department and contribute to the acquisition of third-party funds and teaching. You will: Design and carry out your PhD research (dissertation agreement to be finalised within 12 months); Contribute to writing project proposals for the acquisition of third-party funds and research grants; Collaborate with colleagues and participate in department seminars and research activities; Present your research at national and international conferences, meetings, and symposia; Teach courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement; Contribute to the organisation of department activities and processes. This is part of your personality: You have a university degree (Master or equivalent) in Sociology; You have outstanding knowledge of the sociology of knowledge approach, interpretive paradigm, and theories of interaction(ism) and communicative construction of reality; You can demonstrate the ability to successfully plan, conduct, and write up research; You are motivated to contribute to innovative interdisciplinary teaching; You have excellent proficiency in English (C1 level), and excellent proficiency in German (C1 level); You have excellent organisational skills and the capacity to make long-term plans; You are interested in teamwork and collective research activities. What we offer: Duration of contract: The employment duration is 3 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 3 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration. With appropriate work progress, an extension to a total maximum of 4 years is possible. Fair salary: The basic monthly gross salary for this position currently (2025) is EUR 3.714,80 (full time) and will be paid 14 times a year for the duration of the contract. The basic salary increases if we can credit prior professional experience. Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a lively working environment. Internal further training & Coaching: Mentorship and a commitment to supportive supervision that helps you realise your research; support and training through participation in the Vienna Doctoral School of Social Sciences as well as opportunities for internal training and coaching for the enhancement of personal skills on an ongoing basis.  Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every new personality to the team! Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely (within Austria).  Good public transport connections: Your workplace is easily accessible by public transport. It is that easy to apply: With your scientific curriculum vitae; Letter of motivation specifying your capacities in the above-mentioned areas of work; A 3-5 page outline of your proposed PhD project in Sociology on a topic relating to the working group with an empirical research design; Transcripts of prior academic studies; Names and contact details of two referees; Via our job portal (Apply now button). If you have any questions, please contact: Michaela Pfadenhauer michaela.pfadenhauer@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: 01/09/2026 Prae Doc