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Applications are invited for:- Faculty of Social Science Assistant Professor (Ref: 26000004) The Gender Studies Programme at The Chinese University of Hong Kong is the first programme in gender studies in the tertiary education sector in Hong Kong. It is an interdisciplinary unit based in the Faculty of Social Science, offering Bachelor, MA, MPhil and PhD programmes. The forward-looking team of Gender Studies Programme is inviting applications for the post of Assistant Professor on substantiation (tenure) track to join from the academic year 2026-27 or as soon as possible. The appointee is expected to (a) conduct research and secure research grants; (b) teach courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels; (c) supervise students’ theses; and         (d) undertake administrative duties. Applicants should possess: (i) a PhD degree by the time of reporting for duty; (ii) relevant research experience in gender/sex/sexuality-related areas; (iii) demonstrated potential/ ability for high quality research; and  (iv) a strong sense of responsibility and commitment to excellent research, teaching, and service. Applicants specializing in any of the following areas are preferred: Empirical gender/sex/sexuality studies ⁠Human and social development Social sustainability or sustainable development Applicants who specialize in a subject field in Social Science (e.g., Journalism, Social Work, Political Science, Economics) that adds to the diversity of the existing team or whose profile strengthens the programme’s internationalization are preferred. Applicants in cognate subjects (e.g., Education) will also be considered if they possess a profile of a good match to Social Science and especially if they are strong in quantitative empirical research. Appointment will initially be made on contract basis for up to three years, renewable subject to mutual agreement, and may lead to a longer-term appointment or substantiation. Review of applications will start in April 2026 and continue until the post is filled. For more information about the programme, please visit: https://www.gender.cuhk.edu.hk/. For initial enquiries, please contact Ms. Winnie Ling of the programme (email: winnieling@cuhk.edu.hk). Application Procedure Candidates should complete and submit the online application form with the following documents/information: (a) latest CV; (b) a cover letter; (c) a research statement; (d) two sample publications; (e) a teaching statement; (f) copies of academic credentials and relevant certificates; (g) names and contact information of three referees; and (h) evidence of teaching performance, if applicable. 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.

Part-time 0.662 FTE (24 hours per week) Level B TF Position  Continuing Campus independent—can be based at La Trobe University’s Melbourne (Bundoora) or Victorian regional campuses. About the position Join La Trobe University’s Work Integrated Learning Academic team and help shape the future of student employability. As part of a university-wide strategic initiative commencing in 2026, La Trobe is positioning itself to deliver a new program of Work Integrated Learning (WIL) at scale. This includes consolidating discipline-specific, placement-based elective subjects into a centrally delivered subject suite, broadened to include new project-based WIL options embedded across the undergraduate curriculum. As a Teaching-Focused Lecturer in Industry WIL, you’ll coordinate and teach undergraduate and postgraduate subjects that deliver real-world industry project and placement experiences. Your work will empower students to develop employability skills across domestic, cross-cultural, and international settings. Key Responsibilities Be part of a collaborative, innovative team committed to student success and industry partnership: Deliver engaging teaching and coordinate subjects in face-to-face, blended, and online modes. Design and innovate curriculum that embeds employability and work-based learning. Collaborate with academic and professional teams to enhance student experiences and industry engagement. Provide constructive feedback and support to students, ensuring their success in diverse environments. Skills & Experience PhD or postgraduate qualification with relevant professional experience, or equivalent. Proven effectiveness in teaching and curriculum development. Expertise in work-based learning, employability, or career development. Track record of innovative initiatives that have improved student outcomes. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position. Position Description  PD - Level B_Lecturer (Industry WIL) .pdf Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below:  https://f.io/KDo0ceng  Welcome to Victorian Regional campuses – Please click on the video link below:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-NZBy693Go LTU Masterplan https://youtu.be/VIDo4IoDD0k Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits and entitlements to staff members at La Trobe.  Click HERE to find out more. How to apply Closing date: By 11:55 pm, Sunday the 8th February, 2026 Position Enquiries: Clare Lade - Academic Lead, Industry Placement Email Clare.Lade@latrobe.edu.au Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker - Talent Acquisition Consultant Email m.parker@latrobe.edu.au  Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position. Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents to be considered: A Cover letter; An up-to-date resume; and Respons to the Key Selection Criteria located in the Position Description Please scroll down to apply. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants  We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.  La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates. All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005.  If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement. Why La Trobe:  Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.  Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics  Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future La Trobe’s Cultural Qualities: La Trobe University is committed to upholding the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (GBV Code). This aligns with our mission to create safe and respectful communities. Candidates will be asked during the recruitment process to declare whether they have ever been investigated for, or found to have engaged in, gender-based violence in previous employment and/or in legal proceedings and provide relevant information to assist in determining suitability. Gender-based violence means any form of physical or non-physical violence, harassment, abuse or threats based on gender, that results in, or is likely to result in harm, coercion, control, fear or deprivation liberty or autonomy.  

About us We are looking for a flexible, organised and collaborative colleague to organise deliver research fellowship funding opportunities and learning and development programmes for health professional researchers.  The King’s Clinical Academic Training Office (KCATO) provides research opportunities, champions clinical academic careers and provides a central contact point for health professional researchers engaging in research across different stages of their career paths.  The Centre for Translational Medicine (CTM) is a multi-million pound investment that seeks to accelerate the translation of research discoveries into benefits for patients and communities. Enabling health professionals from all disciplines to engage in research through protected research time is a core component of the CTM. KCATO and CTM are part of King’s Health Partners, the collaboration between King’s College London and our three NHS Partner Trusts – King’s College Hospital, Guy’s and St Thomas’, South London and Maudsley.  About the role This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly collaborative team to support registered health professionals to become clinical academic leaders of the future. The role holder will be a core member of the King’s Clinical Academic Training Office (KCATO); this role in particular will have overall programme management of the fellowship schemes funded by the King’s Health Partners Centre for Translational Medicine (CTM). The KCATO Programme Coordinator (CTM) will have overall responsibility for the operational delivery of fellowship funding schemes, support for fellows and coordinating career development opportunities in translational research for the next generation of the clinical academic leaders. You will coordinate and deliver strategic capacity-building schemes available to registered health professionals, specifically the Clinical Research Excellence Fellowship programmes (pre- and postdoctoral), and the Research Partnership Catalyst scheme (consultant level). You will provide operational leadership/management for the fellowship schemes and appointed fellows, including advertising and engagement sessions, shortlisting and recruitment, onboarding of fellows, collecting performance metrics and supporting their ongoing academic development and future careers. You will help ensure opportunities are inclusive to all health professions, drawing on the input and expertise of multiprofessional networks across King’s Health Partners. As the first point of contact for CTM fellows, you’ll work closely with stakeholders across both the university and NHS Trusts to ensure smooth appointment and contract set up, as well as effective induction, training and support for fellows to ensure they maximise this dedicated research time for the benefit of their clinical academic career. You will also develop and coordinate learning and development schemes across the KCATO portfolio, including a new leadership training scheme and cultural competency workshops. This is a full time fixed term contract/or secondment until 31st March 2027. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:  Essential criteria   Experience of supporting training and capacity building, for researchers and/or health professionals in a research-focused environment.  Accuracy and attention to detail  Excellent oral and written communication skills  Excellent interpersonal skills, with confidence and diplomacy to interact with colleagues, staff, trainees and stakeholders at all levels. Confident working in a complex matrix environment, balancing the needs of multiple teams and individuals, remaining resilient and solution-focused when priorities conflict or are ambiguous  Excellent data skills and the ability to enhance and develop processes Ability to work independently and flexibly, managing projects within a complex and evolving environment Desirable criteria Experience in developing communication strategies and content and/or stakeholder engagement  Postgraduate qualification and/or research experience in a health-related subject  Experience of managing or administering research funding schemes  Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Further Information At King’s, we believe that the diversity of our community and a culture that is welcoming, open, inclusive and collaborative, are great strengths of the university. The Equality Act of 2010 protects the rights of our students and staff and provides a framework to fulfil our duties to eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation and in addition, to advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations between those who share a protected characteristic and those who do not. At times, this will include balancing rights and beliefs that can feel in tension. We are committed to free speech and to academic freedom, believing that our foundational purpose as a university, is to create spaces where a wide range of ideas, including ideas that are controversial, can be discussed and debated, and where members of our community can express lawful views without fear of intimidation, harassment or discrimination. When engaging in the robust exchange of ideas, we ask that our community is mindful of our Dignity at King’s guidance. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification section of the job description. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. Interviews are due to be held in person on Fri 13th February 2026. Grade and Salary: £45,031 - £52,514 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 135205 Close Date: 01-Feb-2026 Contact Person: Kate Murray / Emily Robinson Contact Details: Kate.1.murray@kcl.ac.uk / Emily.2.robinson@kcl.ac.uk