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25th in World University Rankings 2026
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About the University of Washington

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The University of Washington is one of the largest and most prestigious higher education institutions on the west coast of the US.

Founded in 1861 as the Territorial University of Washington, the institution expanded with the city of Seattle during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, moving to its current site in 1895.

The 700-acre park-like campus, which borders two lakes in Seattle, is now home to 16 schools and colleges offering courses ranging from undergraduate to doctoral level. The university also has campuses in Bothell and Tacoma which offer bachelor’s and master’s degrees.

It has a highly respected medical school, offering training in dentistry, medicine and public health, serving medical centres across the Pacific North West and Alaska.

It has traditionally educated students for public service in the region, offering courses in topics such as education, engineering, public affairs and social work.

With an emphasis on outreach and widening opportunities, the university also offers courses through distance learning, and evening classes.

The university is known informally as U-Dub, and its students, sports teams and alumni are often called “Huskies”.

Washington has produced several Nobel laureates, counting four among its alumni and another seven among its faculty. The most recent recipient is alumna Linda Buck, also an affiliate professor at Washington, who won the 2004 medicine prize.

There are eight Pulitzer Prize winners among its alumni, most notably the novelist Marilynne Robinson.

Other notable Washington alumni include MySpace founder Chris DeWolfe, actor Jim Caviezel and martial artist Bruce Lee.

Seattle itself is a city of more than 650,000 people about 100 miles south of the Canadian border, located between Puget Sound and Lake Washington. It is a major centre for technology companies, with headquarters of firms such as Amazon and Microsoft located in the region.

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Student gender ratio
57 F : 43 M (1)
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International student percentage
18% (1)
student per staff
Students per staff
9.5 (1)
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Student total
49524 (1)

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University Assistant PraeDoc, Chemistry

UNIVERSITY OF VIENNA

University of Vienna

Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov

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University of Vienna

Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov


At the University of Vienna, over 10,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,500 of them are academic staff members. These are individuals who, with their curiosity and their continuous pursuit of excellence, engage in international cutting-edge research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to unfold your potential. We are looking for a/an  University Assistant PraeDoc 52 Faculty of Chemistry Startdate: 15.04.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Reference no.: 5410 Among the many good reasons to want to research and teach at the University of Vienna, there is one in particular, which has convinced around 7,500 academic staff members so far. They see themselves as personalities who need space for their continuous striving and curiosity in order to be able to be scientifically successful. Does that sound like something for you? Welcome to our team! Your personal sphere of influence: At the Institute of Inorganic Chemistry at the Faculty of Chemistry our highly motivated interdisciplinary team offers a position for a PraeDoc in the area of bioinorganic chemistry and chemical biology in an inspiring scientific environment and a pleasant working atmosphere. A main aim of our work is the development of innovative approaches to elucidate the role of transition metals in cancer growth. Projects will involve the characterization of biological activities of novel anticancer compounds, including metal complexes and/or metal-binding agents, in two- and three-dimensional in-vitro models. Strong expertise and state-of-the-art instrumentation for preclinical development of novel anticancer drugs are provided by this team. The contract duration is 3 years with a preliminary limitation of 1,5 years and will automatically be extended to 3 years unless the employer hands in a non-extension declaration after 12 months. An extension up to a total of 4 years is then possible provided the excellent performance of the candidate. Your future tasks: You actively participate in research as well as teaching which means: Original research projects in the area of bioinorganic chemistry and chemical biology, focused on the biological effects of novel tumor-inhibiting compounds and therapy resistance mechanisms in human cell models. Characterization of bioactivities by cell and molecular biology-based methods including flow cytometry, (confocal) microscopy, and immunofluorescence will take place in coordination with experts in synthetic chemistry so as to enable the optimal design of potential cancer therapeutics. You will participate in the preparation of internal reports, publications, academic articles, and presentations of scientific results at (inter)national conferences. You will be expected to sign a doctoral thesis agreement within 12-18 months. You will be actively involved in research, teaching, and administration. You will teach courses independently to the extent specified in the collective agreement. You will instruct bachelor and master students and carry out administrative tasks in teaching and/or research. This is part of your personality: You have a diploma or masters degree in molecular biology, biological chemistry, biochemistry, chemistry, or equivalent qualification. Experience in mammalian cell culture techniques and characterization of compound bioactivity, ideally including flow cytometry and imaging-based methods. Basic experience in research methods and academic writing. Attention to detail and ability to work both independently and as part a team. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience in academic teaching (including e-learning) is desirable. As an enthusiastic, hard-working, motivated scientist who enjoys working independently as well as being a team player, you will blend into and be a valuable addition to our group. Very good knowledge of English, basic knowledge of German. We offer: Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible, family-friendly working hours, remote/hybrid (upon agreement). Inspiring working atmosphere: You will be part of a diverse team with excellent research infrastructures and a great work atmosphere. Good public transport connections: Our institute is located in the centre of Vienna, 9 district, close to underground and various tram stations. Fair salary: The salary, starting with EUR 3.776,10 (full time) can be increased if you have relevant professional experience. Contract: The contract duration is 3 years with a preliminary limitation of 1,5 years and will automatically be extended to 3 years unless the employer hands in a non-extension declaration after 12 months. An extension up to a total of 4 years is then possible provided the excellent performance of the candidate. Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team!   How to apply: Letter of motivation including major research interests Academic curriculum vitae List of publications Evidence of teaching experience (if available) Degree certificates. Apply via the job portal / Apply now - button University Assistant PraeDoc, Chemistry Elisa Tomat elisa.tomat@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 lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff 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: 03/16/2026 Prae Doc

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Lecturer, School of Creative Arts

HONG KONG BAPTIST UNIVERSITY

Hong Kong Baptist University

Hong Kong

institution

Hong Kong Baptist University

Hong Kong


Job Description SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS Part-time Lecturer (25260005) The School of Creative Arts (SCA), comprised of three well-established academic units: the Academy of Film, the Academy of Music, and the Academy of Visual Arts. Established on July 1, 2022, SCA is dedicated to nurturing future-ready talents for Hong Kong and beyond, while making a significant impact on society through innovative research and transdisciplinary studies. The School is currently seeking a Part-time Lecturer to teach the course(s) at undergraduate level in the following areas:  Entertainment / Media / Creative industries; and Creative entrepreneurship. The ideal candidate should hold a Master’s degree or above in related disciplines, with 3 years of experience in entertainment industries with aspects of content development, budgeting, licensing, administration, marketing, or audience engagement, preferably with teaching experience at the university level. A good command of English and Chinese, excellent communication skills, and a strong sense of responsibility are required. Duties may also include supervision of students, marking of examination papers, and any other work as assigned by the Programme Director and the Dean of School. The initial appointment will be offered on a part-time basis commencing August 2025. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to performance review and course availability. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Procedure: Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for an interview 8 weeks after submission of the application may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University’s Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer. Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.

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Tenure-Track Professorship in Demography and Human Capital Formation

UNIVERSITY OF VIENNA

University of Vienna

Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov

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University of Vienna

Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov


The University of Vienna is internationally renowned for its excellence in teaching and research, and counts more than 7,500 academics from all disciplines. This breadth of expertise offers unique opportunities to address the complex challenges of modern society, to develop comprehensive new approaches, and educate the problem-solvers of tomorrow from a multidisciplinary perspective. At the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Vienna seeks to appoint a Tenure-Track Professorship in Demography and Human Capital Formation 49 Faculty of Social Sciences Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. A2 Reference no.: 5449 The position This tenure-track professorship focuses on analysing human capital formation from a broad international perspective using demographic methods and modelling. Human capital formation encompasses the demographic processes that determine the size, structure, and capabilities of populations, including education, fertility, migration, health, and mortality, all of which contribute to the renewal of populations across generations. While the position is open to all these areas of demography, we particularly welcome outstanding applicants whose research addresses migration and its interrelations with human capital formation. Applicants should be able to teach all the main areas of demography from an international perspective and demonstrate excellence in formal demography and demographic methods. The Department of Demography (https://demografie.univie.ac.at/) at the University of Vienna was established in 2019 and comprises a team of faculty members who are involved in both research and teaching. The department is a pillar of the Wittgenstein Centre for Demography and Global Human Capital (www.wittgensteincentre.org), which also includes researchers from the Vienna Institute of Demography (ÖAW) and the Population and Just Societies Programme at IIASA.The department of demography, a sub-unit of the Faculty of Social Sciences, aims at contributing to the faculty’s research priorities, and has developed collaborations also with other faculties, such as the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy and the Faculty of Psychology. Your academic profile: Doctoral degree/PhD Two years of international research experience during or after doctoral studies Outstanding research achievements, excellent publication and funding record, international reputation Gender and diversity competence Experience in designing of and participating in research projects, ability to lead research groups and acquire third-party funding Enthusiasm for excellent teaching and supervision at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral level We expect the successful candidate to acquire, within three years, proficiency in German sufficient for teaching in bachelor's programmes and for participation in university committees. We offer: the opportunity to obtain a permanent position and eventual promotion to full professor; the initial contract as Assistant Professor is limited to six years, after positive evaluation of a qualification agreement the contract becomes permanent as Associate Professor; Associate Professors can be promoted to Full Professor through an internal competitive procedure. a dynamic research environment a wide range of research and teaching support services attractive working conditions in a city with a high quality of life an attractive salary according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement for University Staff (level A2) and an organisational retirement plan Application documents (in English): Letter of motivation Academic curriculum vitae education and training (PhD Certificate, PDF) positions held to date career breaks (e.g. relevant parental, family or other care periods) awards and honors commissions of trust previous and current cooperation partners complete list of acquired third-party funding and, if applicable, of inventions/patents list of most important scientific talks (max. 10) teaching and mentoring supervision experience (Master and PhD), if applicable List of publications link to your own publicly accessible ORCID record, with a complete and current publication list three key publications as electronic full text version (PDF, max 30 MB) Research statement most important research achievements (max. 2 pages) and planned future research activities (max. 4 pages) synopsis of three key publications with relevance to the position advertised publication strategy Teaching and supervision statement teaching and supervision concept, including a description of the previous and planned priorities in academic teaching and supervision (max. 2 pages) teaching evaluations (if available, PDF) If you have any questions, please contact: berufungsservice@univie.ac.at Only applications submitted through the link "Apply now" below will be considered. 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. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection ​Application deadline: 04/22/2026 Reference no.: 5449 Tenure Track Professorships https://academicjobs.univie.ac.at/datenabfrage/TT0326SOWI01

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Competitive

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Business Administration Support Officer (Health Campus)

UNIVERSITY OF EAST LONDON

University of East London

United Kingdom, London

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University of East London

United Kingdom, London


Location Stratford Campus Salary £35,453 to £38,827 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Post Type Full Time Post Type Permanent Closing Date Tuesday 24 March 2026 Interview Date Thursday 09 April 2026 Reference 0643-26-S University of East London Founded in 1898, we at the University of East London (UEL) are proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future. But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo. About Us We have embarked on a pioneering vision for health education and community care right here in London - a vision we're turning into reality at our Health Campus. As London's premier multi-professional health provision, we are shaping a future ready workforce, skilled in health and social care. We are not just about learning; we are also about innovating and implementing community-based health practices that truly make a difference. The Office of the Health Campus Business Support Team is a robust, student-ready, efficient administrative service, aligned with the health vision. It supports professional advancement opportunities for the team within the campus and across the University, focusing on the performance transformation journey we are committed to through Vision 2028. About the Job We are looking for a meticulous and organised Business Administration Support Officer who will support the business needs of the Schools of the Health Campus. You will have a primary focus on supporting operational activities in areas such as Finance, HR, Committee administration and support for student and staff activities. Working as part of a small, fast-paced Business Administration Support team, the Business Administration Support Officer will also provide ad-hoc support as required to other colleagues in the team and Campus-wide initiatives and projects. Benefits: https://uel.ac.uk/benefits-professional-services-positions About You The ideal candidate will have experience supporting management staff in an administrative role and experience of events management and general knowledge of procurement procedures.  You will be customer focused with excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office with excellent attention to detail and you will have a good level of numeracy skills. You will be proficient in the recording of office and financial transactions through UEL’s payment and invoicing systems. Knowledge and experience of administration in the Higher Education sector is desirable. Please note that this advert may close earlier than the deadline if we receive many applications. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must therefore already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Further Details Job Description & Person Specification To contact the recruitment team please phone +44 20 8223 3000 x 4600 or e-mail jobs@uel.ac.uk CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted. At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive.

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£35,453 to £38,827 per annum inclusive of London Weighting

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Director of Language Centre

HONG KONG BAPTIST UNIVERSITY

Hong Kong Baptist University

Hong Kong

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Hong Kong Baptist University

Hong Kong


Job Description HONG KONG BAPTIST UNIVERSITY (HKBU) Founded in 1956, HKBU strives to become a world-class research-led University in Asia for the world delivering academic and research excellence in a caring, creative, and global culture. The University's ambitious Institutional Strategic Plan 2018-2028 sets the research direction to transform HKBU into a reputable international powerhouse for research and teaching excellence. The University currently has an academic and teaching staff strength of about 1,000, with a total workforce of around 3,200, and a student population of over 13,000. We offer a broad range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes through the Faculties/Schools of Arts and Social Sciences, Business, Chinese Medicine, Communication, Creative Arts, Science, and Continuing Education. In Chinese Mainland, the University has successfully pioneered the establishment of a modern liberal arts university, Beijing Normal-Hong Kong Baptist University (BNBU), jointly with Beijing Normal University. To further strengthen research collaborations with universities in Chinese Mainland, the University has set up a number of research centres/institutes such as the Institute of Research and Continuing Education in Shenzhen. LANGUAGE CENTRE The Language Centre is a university teaching unit with the aim to empower HKBU students with competencies in academic, professional, intercultural, and digital communication, preparing them not only for intellectual growth but also for global engagement and career success. The Centre provides diverse learning opportunities in English, Chinese and other languages, including credit-bearing and supplementary courses and activities, and enhancement services. It houses four sections: Chinese, English, Putonghua and Foreign Languages, with a total of about 50 full-time teaching staff and a small team of research/project staff, supported by an administrative team. Part-time teachers are also engaged. The annual student enrolment in the Centre’s courses and activities is close to 15,000. We are now looking for a visionary, resourceful and dynamic individual who has extensive relevant teaching, research and administrative experience in language education to lead the Language Centre.  Director of Language Centre (at the rank of Principal Lecturer) (25260419) Reporting directly to the Vice-President (Teaching and Learning), the Director will lead the Language Centre to achieve its mission. Responsibilities: Lead and supervise the development and operations of the Language Centre, ensuring alignment with the Centre’s mission and University’s vision and strategic priorities; Oversee the design, development and delivery of the language curriculum and education activities; and collaborate with academic and administrative units in the University, as well as external partners to promote students’ language, communication and intercultural competencies; Drive innovative pedagogic practices in language education, with reference to the latest development in language education research and relevant educational technologies; and collaborate with local, regional and international partners to undertake relevant projects; Monitor students’ language performance and feedback, and use such data to inform the design and delivery of the language curriculum and activities; Supervise all staff in the Centre and oversee its administration; and Engage in university committees. Requirements: A visionary outlook and strong commitment to the holistic development of university students in general; and insights, experience and knowledge in language education in particular; A doctoral degree in a relevant field (e.g., language education and applied linguistics) and at least 15 years of experience including leadership and management roles in language education in the tertiary sector; Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, agility, management and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and proactively; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for working with people at different levels, and highly proficient in both written and spoken English, fluency in Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua) an advantage; and Creativity and openness to integrating innovative pedagogies and technologies into language education initiatives. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to prepare a presentation and a written assessment. The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract for three years. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application procedures: Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for interview 8 weeks after submission of application may consider their application unsuccessful. Details of the University’s Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer. Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.

Salary

Competitive

Posted

10 Mar 2026

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