University of Florence

We are recruiting postdoctoral researcher for a fixed term contract between 1.9.2026-31.8.2028 for the Research Council of Finland funded Academy Research Fellow project Metaphysics, Ethics, and Epistemology of Risk. Starting date is flexible, but the end date is set. Project Risk judgments play a pivotal role in human societies. By acting in the world we inevitably take risks and impose them on others. Risk is connected to normative practices. For instance, whether a war against a state suspected of sponsoring terrorism is morally justified depends in part on whether it minimizes the risk of future terrorist attacks. It is often proper to blame someone for imposing unnecessary risks on us, such as transporting hazardous materials without taking proper safety measures. Plausibly, whether one knows a proposition depends on how high the risk of forming a false belief is. But what exactly is risk, and why is it of normative significance? In the research project ‘Metaphysics, Ethics, and Epistemology of Risk’ new insights about how we should understand risk are applied to a wide range of ethical and epistemological questions. The postdoctoral researcher’s work is expected to focus on epistemological questions where the notion of risk can be utilized, such as ‘can knowledge be understood in terms of risk?’, ‘are closure principles compatible with an anti-risk conception of knowledge and justification?’, ‘what kind of structural properties does an anti-risk epistemology predict for knowledge?’, ‘do iterations of knowledge accumulate risk?’, ‘should disinformation be understood as information that incurs epistemic risks on others?’, ‘what is the connection between risk and certainty?’, and ‘what kind of insight does anti-risk epistemology have regarding pragmatic encroachment?’. In addition to the to be hired postdoctoral researcher the project team consists of the PI (Jaakko Hirvelä), whose work focuses on the metaphysics and epistemology of risk, and a postdoctoral researcher (Oskari Sivula) who works on ethical questions related to risk. The project runs in tandem with another research project on risk (‘The Structure and Nature of Risk’, PI Jaakko Hirvelä), which houses an additional postdoctoral researcher (Pablo Zendejas Medina) working on the philosophy of risk. The project team will conduct research into the nature of risk, and apply philosophical theories of risk to epistemological and ethical issues. The primary methods of the research project are philosophical analysis and model-building. Responsibilities The main task of the appointed researcher is to conduct research into epistemological issues where the notion of risk plays an essential role. The postdoctoral researcher is expected to participate in weekly project meetings, and in the general research seminars held by the philosophy unit in Helsinki. The postdoctoral researcher will help organizing conferences, seminars, and workshops. In addition, the postdoctoral researcher will actively contribute to teaching and administrative tasks in the discipline of theoretical philosophy at the University of Helsinki (up to 5% of their working time annually), and assist in preparing new research proposals. In practice the teaching load is one course a year and supervision of master’s and bachelor’s thesis. It is possible to complete the teaching and administrative tasks through English. Requirements for the position and assessment of qualifications According to the Regulations of the University of Helsinki, an appointee to the position of postdoctoral researcher shall hold a doctoral degree and have the ability to conduct independent scholarly work as well as the teaching skills necessary for the position. The appointee will have relevant specialization in epistemology (expertise in logic, decision theory, metaphysics and ethics count in favour of the applicant). The default assumption is that the doctoral degree requirement must be met by the beginning of the employment. Applicants must have strong philosophical writing skills and excellent command of written and spoken English. When assessing applicants’ qualifications, attention will be paid to international academic activities, including high-quality peer-reviewed publications, and the quality of the research proposal. The position is filled with a six-month trial period. What we offer The salary for the position will be based on level 5 of the job requirement scheme for teaching and research personnel in the salary system of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointee will be paid a salary component based on personal performance. The annual gross salary is €42,000 - €49,000. In Finnish universities, the teaching and research staff (app. 65% of total staff) have a special system regarding the free time equivalent to holiday. They belong to the 1,612 annual working hour system, in which the annual amount of paid holiday is app. 5-6 weeks on average per year. The University of Helsinki offers comprehensive services to its employees, including occupational health care and health insurance, sports facilities, and opportunities for professional development. The University provides support for internationally recruited employees with their transition to work and life in Finland. More information here: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/welcome-finland-information-arriving-staff How to apply The application must be accompanied by the following documents in PDF format: Applicants are requested to enclose with their applications the following documents in English: their curriculm vitae (max 4 pages), a two-page research plan detailing their planned research and how it connects with their previous work, and one writing example (max 8000 words), and the name and contact information of one referee.  Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed and final decisions will be made in August. Other attachments, including letters of recommendation or certificates, are not required at this point. We expect that you will send us a self-written application that reflects your own voice and thoughts. Applications generated by artificial intelligence do not meet our expectations. Applications must be submitted through the University of Helsinki electronic recruitment system by clicking on the link below. Current employees of the University of Helsinki must submit their applications through SAP Fiori’s Suffeli recruitment portal. Applications must be submitted by 31.7.2026. Further information about the position can be obtained from Jaakko Hirvelä (jaakko.hirvela@helsinki.fi) Further information about the recruitment process can be obtained from recruitment@helsinki.fi. A diverse and equitable study and work culture is important to us. That is why we do our best to promote an inclusive university community. We encourage all qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions. Click this link to read about accessibility and inclusivity at our University. JOIN US TO BUILD A BETTER WORLD – TOGETHER! #HelsinkiUniCareers

University of Nottingham Ningbo China is seeking to recruit an Employment Services Officer, HR Operations team in Human Resources Office Your key responsibilities include: Manage the full employment contract lifecycle, including preparation, issuance, amendments and renewals, ensuring accuracy, compliance and a seamless experience for staff. Administer staff benefits, allowances and employment-related payments, including enrolment, claims processing, record maintenance, staff communications and payment processing, ensuring entitlements are delivered accurately, on time and in compliance with relevant requirements. Support and enhance the overall employee experience by managing HR service channels, handling employment enquiries, supporting talent subsidy applications, and delivering staff information sessions where required. Manage employee exit processes, including offboarding administration, exit documentation and exit interviews where required, ensuring a smooth and professional offboarding experience. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with government authorities, regulatory bodies and external service providers, ensuring vendor performance meets agreed standards and contractual requirements. Coordinate across HR teams and with internal and external stakeholders to ensure joined-up, high-quality service delivery, while identifying opportunities to improve employment services, staff experience, processes, SOPs and service documentation in response to operational needs and legislative or regulatory changes. Maintain accurate employment data and records, conduct analysis, and produce reports and management information to support informed decision-making and external compliance requirements. Provide guidance, work review and coaching to junior team members where applicable, supporting consistent service standards and capability development within the team. Take on additional HR projects and responsibilities as assigned, contributing flexibly to the broader goals of the HR function. About You You hold a bachelor’s degree or above in HR, Business, Communication or a related discipline, with a minimum of three years’ relevant HR operational experience and good knowledge of employment legislation, labour regulations, staff benefits administration and HR operational practices. You are highly organised, detail-oriented and analytical, with strong planning, time management, data analysis and reporting skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities without compromising accuracy. You communicate with confidence and clarity in both Chinese and English, with strong verbal, written and presentation skills to engage effectively with staff, managers, vendors, government authorities and other stakeholders. You bring a service-oriented mindset and a strong commitment to staff experience, with the interpersonal skills to build trust and maintain effective working relationships across teams. You are proactive, adaptable and resilient, with the ability to balance day-to-day operational delivery with longer-term service improvement initiatives. You act with integrity and discretion, handling confidential and sensitive information with a high level of professionalism. Experience in process improvement, vendor management, HR systems or providing guidance to junior staff would be a strong advantage. A master’s degree, professional HR certification, overseas study experience, or prior experience in international organisations, Sino-foreign joint ventures or higher education institutions would be advantageous. 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. Located in Ningbo, this award winning campus offering a UK style education has grown to establish a student body of over 10,000 in just 22 years. 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 13 July 2026. Please include: Vacancy reference number & title Resume Cover Letter Application Form 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. Enquiries Informal enquiries regarding these vacancies may be addressed to Ms Lisa Yuan, Deputy Director, HR Operations via email: Lisa.Yuan@nottingham.edu.cn If you are unable to apply on-line, please contact us via email: Job@nottingham.edu.cn 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.

At the University of Vienna, over 11,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Around 7,500 of these are academic staff who, driven by curiosity, are engaged in international research and teaching at the highest level and strive for excellence. ViCAS Mid-Career Fellow 2027-2028 695 Vienna Centre for Advanced Studies Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Reference no.: 5860 Each academic year, the Vienna Centre for Advanced Studies (ViCAS) welcomes mid-career and advanced fellows from around the world and across all academic disciplines. Selected for their outstanding scholarly achievements and intellectual promise, fellows join a dynamic community of researchers committed to advancing knowledge through dialogue, collaboration, and independent inquiry. What ViCAS offers The University of Vienna offers multiple fellowships as part of its ViCAS Call 2027-2028 for funded residencies starting 1 October 2027 (4 or 9 months) or 1 March 2028 (4 months).The residential ViCAS fellowship programmes foster meaningful engagement among fellows and with researchers at the University of Vienna. Through shared intellectual interests, interdisciplinary exchange, and participation in the Centre’s activities, fellows contribute to a stimulating scholarly environment that encourages new perspectives and connections.Fellows are provided with a dedicated workspace at the ViCAS premises, located in Vienna’s historic city centre. Combining an exceptional setting with a focused research environment, the Centre offers ideal conditions for sustained reflection, writing, and scholarly exchange. What you offer A genuine interest in contributing to an interdisciplinary fellowship community and actively engaging with scientists at the University of Vienna. An outstanding and original research project with the potential to stimulate intellectual exchange within the ViCAS community and among researchers at the University of Vienna. Eligibility You are eligible to apply for a ViCAS Mid-Career Fellowship if Your doctoral degree was awarded at least three years ago at the date of the call deadline. You have an excellent record of research achievements relative to your career stage. You have established an independent research profile. A professor at the University of Vienna endorses your application. Application materials Detailed information can be found on the ViCAS website. Please, carefully read the Application Guidelines and the Questions & Answers section. How to apply All applications must be submitted electronically via the ViCAS website. Application deadline is Friday, August 28th, 2026, at 14:00 Vienna Time (CEST). If you have any questions, please contact: Dr. Hilde Janssens support.vicas@univie.ac.at The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Application deadline: 08/28/2026 Fellowships https://vicas.univie.ac.at/becoming-a-fellow