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Department: Social Sciences Institute Vacancy ID: 040603 Closing Date: 07-Apr-2026 We are seeking a highly experienced Network Co-Ordinator, to provide administrative support and strategic co-ordination for the newly established all-island 5-year Collaborative Research Network in Mental Health (called ‘CO-PRIME’). This post offers an exciting opportunity to work with a large, multidisciplinary, and cross-sectoral consortium working together, for the first time, to help support and promote mental health research across the island of Ireland through, for example, a wide range of activities involving collaboration, engagement and outreach, capacity building, co-production, and knowledge translation. The CO-PRIME Network is funded by the Health Research Board and is a key recommendation of the first ever National Mental Health Research Strategy for Ireland (2024). This role will provide a central point of coordination between the Leadership Team and all other members of the CO-PRIME team and wider consortium, ensuring strong alignment between strategy, delivery, and impact. The Network Leadership Team, of which the Network Co-Ordinator will be a member, comprises Professor Sinéad McGilloway, Principal Lead (Maynooth University), Dr Eve Griffin, Co-Lead (National Suicide Research Foundation), and Professor Brian McGuire, Co-Lead (University of Galway) working in collaboration with a Lead/Co-Lead representing a ‘Lived Experience Oversight Group’. The role will be located in the Maynooth University Social Sciences Institute. The principal role of the Network Co-Ordinator is to support the CO-PRIME Leadership Team and other team members to achieve the strategic aims and objectives of the Network. The successful candidate will work within a highly collaborative, inclusive and cross-sector environment straddling both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, and including a large and diverse consortium of stakeholders, encompassing people with lived experience, academics/researchers, practitioners, service providers, and policymakers. The appointee will assist with all aspects of the administration, operation, governance and management of the Network, including helping to develop policies and procedures for the new Network, coordinating day-to-day management activities, supporting public engagement and stakeholder communication, monitoring and reporting on key performance indicators, and helping to strengthen all-island (and international) partnerships. Salary: €59,812 p.a. pro rata 0.8FTE (1 point with increments) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Tuesday, 7th of April 2026. Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted. Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer The position is subject to the Statutes of the University

Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and has the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. It is widely recognised for providing quality education with a focus on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University is well positioned to take lead as a comprehensive university in arts and sciences in the digital era, with impactful research and innovations. Lingnan University offers undergraduate, taught postgraduate, and research postgraduate programmes in the Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, and the Schools of Data Science, Graduate Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies. To foster interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific progress, Lingnan University established the Lingnan University Institute for Advanced Study (LUIAS), attracting distinguished scholars from around the world to collaborate with its faculty and students. With traditional strengths in arts, business, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies, the University aims to equip students with practical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in the future. Subsequent to the establishment of the School of Data Science and LUIAS, Lingnan University is transforming into a hub for global leaders to develop and promote human-centric technology and social policies. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/. Applications are now invited for the following post: Lecturer Department of Chinese (Post Ref.: 26/57) Responsibilities The Department of Chinese (https://www.ln.edu.hk/chi/) offers courses at both bachelor and postgraduate levels. The Bachelor of Arts (Hons) degree programme includes areas of classical, modern and contemporary Chinese literature, Chinese language and linguistics, comparative literature and literary theories, as well as media, news and creative writing. The programme emphasizes multi-perspective literary studies as well as creative writing and communicative skills. The appointee will be expected to teach various writing courses (such as Creative Writing in Chinese, Emotions and Writings, Travel Writing, etc.) and courses which contain a Service-Learning component (such as Nature Writing and Practice, etc.) Requirements Applicants should be a published writer and at least two years' relevant teaching experience in tertiary education. Preference will be given to the candidate with an MPhil or above degree in the relevant discipline. Appointment The conditions of appointment will be competitive. The remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund, gratuity, and incoming passage and baggage allowance for the eligible appointee. Appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract of up to two years. Application Procedure (online application only) Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. We are an equal opportunities employer. The review of applications will start and continue until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Position Details Fixed Term until December 2032| Full-Time Higher Education Officer Level 10 I $144266- 152903 | 17% Super Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country / Adelaide View Position Description About the Position Flinders University is seeking an exceptional Chief Operating Officer (COO) to provide strategic and operational leadership for the ARC Centre of Excellence for Prisoner Reintegration (CEPR). This nationally significant research Centre brings together leading researchers, government agencies, and community partners to transform approaches to prisoner reintegration and reduce reoffending across Australia. This is an exciting opportunity to establish and lead the Centre’s operational framework across multiple university nodes and partner organisations. The role will drive strategy execution, oversee governance and financial performance, and build the professional capability required to support world-class research, policy influence and real-world impact. About You: You are a strategic leader with a strong track record delivering complex, multi-institutional initiatives. You combine operational rigour with exceptional stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to translate ambitious research strategy into effective organisational delivery. You will bring: Demonstrated leadership experience managing large-scale research initiatives or centres. Strong governance, financial and operational management capability. Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams. Exceptional stakeholder engagement across universities, government and funding bodies. Strategic and analytical capability to deliver complex initiatives at scale. Desirable: An understanding of, or interest in, criminal justice, reintegration, or related social impact domains. This position is open to domestic candidates with Australian Work Rights. Relocation support is available. About the ARC Centre of Excellence for Prisoner Reintegration: Flinders University is leading a $35 million ARC Centre of Excellence for Prisoner Reintegration (CEPR), driving nationally significant research to reduce recidivism and improve reintegration outcomes. The Centre unites world-class researchers, government agencies, and community partners, including First Nations organisations, to develop evidence-based strategies, strengthen policy and practice, and support ex-prisoners in successfully reconnecting with society. Life at Flinders We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. Through leadership of the ARC Centre of Excellence for Prisoner Reintegration, this role contributes directly to Flinders University Strategy 2035 by advancing research, partnerships and evidence-based policies that improve reintegration outcomes and supports the University’s ambition to change 10 million lives for the better by 2035. So, why else work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Wide range of professional development activities, funds and services. Wellbeing Initiatives via Thriving@Flinders. We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia). Relocation support package for domestic candidates Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy Prescribed Conditions for Employment A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. How to Apply and Information You are required to submit a CV as well as a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description. For more information regarding this position, please contact Professor Mark Halsey. Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACST) on Monday, 6 April 2026. Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted. At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Certification Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 06 Apr 2026 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless.