University of Antwerp

Position Information: Academic Position: based on assessment of academic qualification Division: Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Hub  Academic Discipline: Entrepreneurialism Reports to: Director, Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Hub Location: Taicang, Greater Suzhou, China  Institution Background: Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) has established a new campus in Taicang city –XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang), with the collaboration of the Taicang Municipal Government and industry partners. It aims to pioneer the XJTLU 2.0 – Syntegrative Education model to cultivate future-ready leaders. As part of its vision and mission to explore Syntegrative Education and create an entrepreneurial ecosystem, XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang) comprises seven Industry-themed Schools and several campus-level platforms.  The Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Hub (EEH), as one of the cross-campus innovation platforms, serves as the cornerstone for catalysing entrepreneurial learning, applied research, and venture development. EEH is led by a Director and consists of four divisions: Entrepreneurial Education, Entrepreneurship and Incubation, Enterprise and Industry Ecosystem, and Industry Executive Education. This role directly oversees the Entrepreneurial Education division, which provides entrepreneurial education to UG and PG students campus wide, and conduct research on entrepreneurship and entrepreneurship education. Position Overview: Applications are invited for the position of Director of Entrepreneurship Education under the Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Hub at the XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang), part of Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU). The position of Director will be a key link between business partners’ schools within the XEC campus, and XJTLU, with a remit to develop entrepreneurial education activity within the Entrepreneur College (Taicang). As a member of the Taicang campus Leadership Team, the Director will lead and contribute to interdisciplinary innovation, research and knowledge exploration through working collaboratively with the Deans of Schools, Directors of Education, Research & Development Institute, and Heads of professional divisions of the Entrepreneur College (Taicang) and wider University.  Roles & Responsibilities: The Director of the Entrepreneurship Education is responsible for the development, implementation, launch, and management of both campus level and School level entrepreneurial education and research activity. The successful applicant will be a trusted provider of expertise, strategic insight, internal and external influence and entrepreneurial mindset, with a deep commitment to supporting and developing colleagues to succeed and the ability to build both formal and informal teams and networks to work together with creativity and impact.  Direct, and provide strategic and operational leadership of Entrepreneur Education delivered across the Entrepreneur College (Taicang).  Lead the development and implementation of a strategic plan for Entrepreneurial education curriculum and related activity, aligned to overarching College and University objectives, which draws on future-focused analysis of Syntegrative Education to develop strategic opportunities and manage risk. Lead on the development and implementation of appropriate academic programmes at undergraduate, postgraduate taught and research levels. Lead on the development of research platforms and individual research in entrepreneurship. Provide leadership, guidance and input into business engagement by driving business growth by identifying opportunities, tracking new markets, and building sustainable client relationships. Lead on the development of the governance, processes, policies, and operational protocols to ensure the Entrepreneurship Education department is shaped by academic input and industrial perspectives.   Keep under regular review the key strategic risks and opportunities, internal and external shareholders to entrepreneurial education activities relating to the campus strategic plan and the University’s priorities.  Provide executive-level strategic advice, briefings, and support to the Team Leader of XEC leadership team, Deans of School, industry partners for innovation, knowledge exploitation, and serve on a range of institutional committees and groups.  Build effective and collaborative working relationships with academic divisions and other University units and services areas in the delivery of key priority agendas.  Maintain a strong personal external network to be able to access early-stage intelligence and good practice from across the research and entrepreneurial community and exert influence.  Be responsible for effective workforce planning within the department to assure delivery of the Strategic plan. Represent the XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang campus) at a senior level in government meetings, external forums, recruitment fairs, regional and national bodies.  Perform any other worked related tasks assigned by the line manager, or the University Senior Management Team.  Qualifications: PhD degree, with substantial experience and significant achievement at leadership level in teaching and research in a higher education institution, preferred in Entrepreneurial Education related discipline.  A track record of success in the curriculum development and implementation of entrepreneurship education projects/programmes.  Demonstrable success in developing and implementing future-focused strategic plans which maximise opportunities and manage risk. Credibility amongst academic leaders and external partners, personal authority and the ability to take key strategic decisions and represent the institution at a senior level.  A strong customer service ethos, ability and achievement in a services planning, coordination and delivery role, in driving team performance and implementing customer service measures.  Excellent change management skills and a track record of review and improvement and innovation in service design and delivery. Enthusiasm for implementing change and the ability to bring new approaches to facilitating innovation. Ability to influence and lead change beyond one’s own functional unit. Substantial experience of successful staff management with the demonstrated ability to exercise formal and informal leadership, to bring fresh thinking to tasks, to lead by example and support colleagues to succeed with a demonstrable commitment to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion.  Outstanding organisational skills, and ability to prioritise at individual and team levels, to be sensitive to the pressures facing other groups and individuals and to work to deadlines and under pressure. Ability to communicate with a high degree of competence in both written and spoken English and Modern Standard Chinese preferable. CITIZENSHIP AND VISA REGULATIONS Employment at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University is regulated by Chinese Labour Laws, and must comply with the regulations of the provincial government. These regulations stipulate who is eligible for legal employment with regard to obtaining work permits and visas.  Please be advised candidates over 65 may be not eligible for a work visa in the P.R. China.  Compensation & Benefits: SALARY: Competitive salary in the market BENEFITS Allowance: XJTLU provide various month/annual/one-off allowances as Housing allowance Travel allowance Education allowance Relocation allowance Etc. Medical insurance: commercial insurance plans customized for XJTLU staff and family members. (details refer to the University Policy) Paid holidays: Statutory Holidays (13 days) Full Paid Holidays (34 days per academic year including university close days and annual leave) Family Matters Leave Paid Sick Leave Marriage Leave Paternity Leave Parental Leave Etc. Working visa and residence permit in China: XJTLU sponsors working visa and residence permit in China for the staff.   HOW TO APPLY Applications must be submitted in PDF that includes 3 parts in the order of: An extended cover letter A current CV, including date of birth, country of citizenship, current location, and highest degree level Contact details for three references Applications should be received via: https://career15.sapsf.cn/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=4328&company=xjtlu. For specific enquiries relating to the position, please email to Ms. Mingyu Yuan, HRBP at Mingyu.Yuan@xjtlu.edu.cn.

Salary: £93,710 - £107,294 per annum (Grade 12) Contractual hours: 37 Basis: Full-Time Job category/type: Permanent - Full-Time Job reference: REC00004861 Attachments: UoP Deputy Dean candidate pack_TECH_FINAL.pdf Job description Deputy Dean - Technology The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference. Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework and ranked third of all modern universities in the UK for research power, with 77 per cent of research ranked world-leading and internationally excellent. We proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings. The Role: We are seeking an exceptional academic leader to join the Faculty of Technology in our new Deputy Dean role. Supporting the Executive Dean, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across education, research, and innovation, ensuring excellence, efficiency, and a thriving, inclusive academic community. As principal deputy, you will lead faculty operations, drive academic strategy, and ensure strong performance, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. You will play a key role in shaping a future focused portfolio aligned to student, employer, and societal needs, while leading major transformational initiatives. Key Responsibilities Shape and deliver the faculty’s academic vision, portfolio, and new programme development. Lead cross faculty transformation and strategic initiatives. Oversee operations, including planning, performance, and KPI delivery. Ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements (e.g. OfS, QAA, UKVI). Support financial planning, budgeting, and resource management. Lead and develop Heads of School and senior colleagues, fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture. Contribute to institutional leadership and deputise for the Executive Dean as required. You will bring significant academic leadership experience, with a proven ability to deliver strategy, lead change, manage complexity, build and inspire high-performing teams. Location: Whilst there is a need to be in Portsmouth a few days a week, hybrid working is available for this role. Interview date: First stage interview (phone call): 26 May 2026 Interview & assessment date (In person): 12 June 2026 Contact: If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Ruth Paterson at ruth.paterson@port.ac.uk Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL) Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience: Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale. Generous pension scheme. Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure. Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working. Staff discounts and loyalty schemes. Staff car parking and discounted public travel. Excellent training and development opportunities. Staff wellbeing programmes. Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities. Discounted learning. Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme. The perks don’t stop there - click ‘apply’ for further information on My Reward and Benefits UKVI Statement Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it. ED&I Statement We are committed to upholding the University’s values of being ambitious, open and responsible, in an inclusive working environment that promotes dignity and respect. Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.

About UM6P: Mohammed VI Polytechnic University is an institution dedicated to research and innovation in Africa and aims to position itself among world-renowned universities in its fields The University is engaged in economic and human development and puts research and innovation at the forefront of African development. A mechanism that enables it to consolidate Morocco's frontline position in these fields, in a unique partnership-based approach and boosting skills training relevant for the future of Africa. Located in the municipality of Benguerir, in the very heart of the Green City, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University aspires to leave its mark nationally, continentally, and globally. About AgroBioSciences (AgBS): The AgroBioSciences (AgBS) program is a component of the Science & Technology pole of Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P). It constitutes a structure of higher education and practical-based research with a vision of solving real African agriculture challenges by leveraging up-to-date science and technology. The AgroBiosciences Program Research Center leverages up-to-date technologies to address African agriculture challenges. It is a multidisciplinary research center that aims to conduct relevant, cutting-edge research that positively impacts African agriculture. It is based on the collaboration and synergy of several research programs targeting diverse disciplines of research in agriculture, such as  Microbiome, Omics, Plant Physiology and Crop Improvement, Plant Pathology, By-products Valorization, Soil Sciences, Agronomy, and Sustainable Farming… AGBS-UM6P is seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled Postdoctoral Researcher to join our research team. The successful candidate will be involved in cutting-edge research focusing on soil biology, microbial ecology, and molecular biology techniques. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to advancing our understanding of microbial communities in soil ecosystems and their roles in nutrient cycling, soil health, and environmental sustainability. Job Responsibilities Conduct independent and collaborative research projects focused on the effect seaweeds bioproducts on soil biology, soil carbon, microbial diversity, and functional genomics. Apply molecular biology techniques (e.g., DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, metagenomics, transcriptomics) to study microbial communities in soil environments. Develop and optimize laboratory protocols for characterization, and functional analysis of soil biology. Utilize high-throughput sequencing technologies to analyze soil microbiomes and interpret the data using bioinformatics tools. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams of researchers, including soil scientists, biochemists, and ecologists. Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present results at national and international conferences. Mentor graduate students and contribute to the lab's overall research strategy. Manage and analyze large datasets, ensuring proper documentation and reproducibility. Qualifications and Experience Ph.D. in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field. Strong background in soil microbiology and molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, qPCR, DNA/RNA extraction, sequencing). Experience with high-throughput sequencing technologies (e.g., Illumina, PacBio) and bioinformatics analysis. Solid understanding of microbial ecology, soil systems, and their interactions with plants and the environment. Experience in microbial functional analysis (e.g., functional gene sequencing, metabolic pathway analysis). Knowledge of environmental sustainability, soil health, or plant-microbe interactions. Proficiency in the use of bioinformatics tools for metagenomic and transcriptomic data analysis (e.g., QIIME, DADA2, R, Python). Demonstrated ability to independently design and conduct experiments, analyze data, and publish results. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively. Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team. Application procedure: Applications must be sent using a single electronic zipped folder with the mention of the job title. The folder must contain: A detailed CV. A synthetic presentation of your background, projects and activities, key achievements cover letter highlighting their qualifications 3 references letters About UM6P: Mohammed VI Polytechnic University is an institution dedicated to research and innovation in Africa and aims to position itself among world-renowned universities in its fields The University is engaged in economic and human development and puts research and innovation at the forefront of African development. A mechanism that enables it to consolidate Morocco's frontline position in these fields, in a unique partnership-based approach and boosting skills training relevant for the future of Africa. Located in the municipality of Benguerir, in the very heart of the Green City, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University aspires to leave its mark nationally, continentally, and globally.