West Pomeranian University of Technology

Ref.: 536846 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine (20700) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow, Research Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Post-doctoral Fellow / Senior Research Assistant / Research Assistant I / Research Assistant II in the Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 536846), to commence as soon as possible for one year, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree or an equivalent qualification in Microbiology or a related discipline. Research experience in performing live virus infection would be an advantage. Applicants should have a good command of written and spoken English, strong communication skills, a strong sense of responsibility, and the ability to work independently. They should also be self-motivated, organized, detail-minded and hardworking. The appointee will be involved in research projects related to SARS-CoV-2 and enterovirus under the supervision of Professor Philip Yeung. Applicants with lower qualifications and/or less experience may be considered for the position of Senior Research Assistant / Research Assistant I / Research Assistant II. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start from July 27, 2026 and continue until August 10, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

The Technical University of Munich (TUM) invites applications for the position of Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Technology Management to begin as soon as possible. The position is a W2 fixed-term (6 year) tenure-track professorship with the possibility for promotion to a tenured W3. The professorship is endowed by the Dieter Schwarz Stiftung. Scientific Environment The professorship will be assigned to the TUM School of Management and located in Munich. The TUM School of Management is one of the leading management schools in Germany and internationally. Our focus in research and teaching is at the interface of management and technology, where we aim to make a real impact. Our faculty members publish regularly in leading journals relevant to the school’s departments Finance & Accounting, Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Strategy & Leadership, Economics & Policy and Operations & Technology, and maintain close ties in interdisciplinary research with other schools and industry. Responsibilities The responsibilities include research and teaching, third party funding acquisition, as well as the promotion of early-career scientists. We seek to appoint an expert in the research area of Technology Management with a focus on transformative technologies such as e.g., artificial intelligence, digital platform enterprises, or green technologies. Teaching responsibilities include courses in the school’s bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs, particularly in the Bachelor in Management and Technology, Master in Management (MIM), Master in Management and Innovation (MMI), and TUM’s Executive MBA Program. Courses in R&D Strategy, Technology Management, and Technology Commercialization are of special interest to the School. Qualifications We are looking for candidates who have demonstrated initial scientific achievements and the capacity for independent research at the highest international level. A university degree and an outstanding doctoral degree or equivalent scientific qualification, as well as pedagogical aptitude, are prerequisites. Substantial research experience abroad is expected (please see http://www.tum.de/en/faculty-recruiting-faq/ for further information). Our Offer Based on the best international standards and transparent performance criteria, TUM offers a merit-based academic career path for tenure track faculty from Assistant Professor through a permanent position as Associate Professor, and on to Full Professor. The regulations of the TUM Faculty Recruitment and Career System apply. TUM provides excellent working conditions in a lively scientific community, embedded in the vibrant research environment of the Greater Munich Area. The TUM environment is multicultural, with English serving as a common interface for scientific interaction and as the dominant teaching language. TUM offers attractive and performance-based salary conditions and social benefits. The TUM Munich Dual Career Office (MDCO) provides tailored career consulting to the partners of newly appointed professors. The MDCO assists the relocation and integration of new professors, their partners and accompanying family members. Your Application TUM is an equal opportunity employer and explicitly encourages applications from women. The position is suitable for disabled persons. Disabled applicants will be given preference in case of generally equivalent suitability, aptitude and professional performance. Application documents should be submitted in accordance with TUM’s application guidelines for professors. These guidelines and detailed information about the TUM Faculty Recruitment and Career System are available at www.tum.de/faculty-recruiting. Here you will also find TUM’s information on collecting and processing personal data as part of the application process. Please submit your application by 4 September 2026 via the TUM recruitment portal: www.recruit.tum.de

School/Academy: School of Humanities and Social Sciences Department: Department of Applied Linguistics Position: Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Senior Associate Professor in Linguistics Discipline: Linguistics Location: Suzhou, China Contract Type: Fixed-term, renewable. 3rd contract is open-ended Advertisement End Date: 8/16/2026 ABOUT XJTLU In 2006, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) was founded by a partnership between the University of Liverpool, UK, and Xi’an Jiaotong University, China. Offering a unique international education experience, XJTLU brings together excellent research practice and expertise from both institutions and gives students the skills and knowledge they need to secure careers in a global marketplace. XJTLU now has over 25,000 enrolled students studying in both Suzhou and Liverpool in the UK. There are currently about 2,500 staff, including more than 1,300 academic staff from over 60 countries. XJTLU offers our undergraduates and postgraduates over 120 programmes with a diverse spectrum of courses. With a focus on innovative education and research, XJTLU draws on the strengths of its parent universities, and plays a pivotal role in facilitating access to China for UK and other institutional partners. At the same time, XJTLU is exploring future education by blending the educational theory, best practice and culture from the West and the East. The year 2026 marks the 20th anniversary of XJTLU. As part of its strategic priorities for the coming decade, the university is entering a new and exciting phase of development. XJTLU continues to innovate in education models, and is now transitioning from a collection of distinct approaches toward a unified, integrated Academy model – a syntegrative ecosystem designed to break down silos, enhance agility, and solidify XJTLU’s position at the forefront of global education and research. For detailed information about the university, please visit www.xjtlu.edu.cn. ABOUT THE SCHOOL/ACADEMY/DEPARTMENT The Department of Applied Linguistics is a research-intensive environment with two MA programmes, which also contributes a Linguistics pathway on four UG programmes. We have recently established a Language and Cognition Research Laboratory, for Psycholinguistic and Phonetic research, with eye tracking technology. We contribute to several research groups, including Corpus Linguistics, Health Humanities, Language and Technology, and Language and Cognition. Linguistics at XJTLU is a rapidly expanding area. We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Assistant/Associate/Senior Professor with excellent research, teaching, and supervision qualifications who will contribute to the department’s research profile. We are specifically looking for candidates who can contribute to one of our key strategic areas: Computational Linguistics and Natural Language Processing.  Language and Health Psycholinguistics/Language and Psychology/Cognitive Linguistics Language and culture/Cultural Linguistics Theoretical Linguistics (including Syntax and/or Chinese Linguistics). Applicants must specify within which of these areas they would like their application to be considered. We welcome applications from candidates interested in interdisciplinarity and collaboration within the Department and School. Please see https://www.xjtlu.edu.cn/en/study/departments/academic-departments/department-of-applied-linguistics/ for details of our existing colleagues and research strengths, which include Sociolinguistics, Multilingualism, Discourse Analysis, Corpus Linguistics, Cognitive Linguistics, and Psycholinguistics. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES The appointee will be expected to contribute to the department’s research profile and should have an excellent track record of publication in their research area, appropriate to their stage of career. An ability and willingness to contribute to or lead collaborative and interdisciplinary research projects would be a strong advantage. In terms of teaching, the successful candidate must be able to contribute new elements to existing modules related to the specified field (see above), and develop new modules in where required. In addition to their specified area, the successful candidate must be able to contribute widely to the Undergraduate Programme, including in least two of the following: Introduction to Linguistics: Discourse, English as a Global Language, History of English, Language and Society, Semantics and Pragmatics, Language and Gender, Health Humanities, Intercultural Communication, or Language Documentation. A contribution to academic administration will also be expected.  Staff typically teach 1-1.5module(s) per semester, depending on student numbers. The typical contact hours are around 6 hours per week. Further information on the School, University, and Suzhou may be found at the university website: http://www.xjtlu.edu.cn ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: A Ph.D. degree or equivalent in Linguistics, or a related discipline is essential. A strong track record or high potential of research, appropriate to stage of career is essential. Experience of teaching in a Higher Education environment is essential Experience of teaching and supervision at the Postgraduate level is highly desirable Experience of Technology Enhanced Learning is desirable. Willingness to engage with AI in pedagogy is essential. CAREER DEVELOPMENT Clear career development path with annual review. Professional development trainings are provided. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS SALARY: Competitive salary in the market BENEFITS Allowance: XJTLU provide various month/annual/one-off allowances as Housing allowance Travel allowance Children’s education allowance Relocation allowance Etc. Commercial insurance: international 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 Please submit your application on our university website by Click：https://career15.sapsf.cn/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=4448&company=xjtlu  Applications must be submitted in a single pdf file that includes 3 parts in the order of: A cover letter that explains how you fulfil the criteria specified in this job description, including specifying which of the three highlighted areas you can contribute to, and which modules you would be able to teach. A current CV, including date of birth, country of citizenship, and highest degree level Contact Details for Three References For specific enquiries relating to the position, please email Dr Penelope Scott, Head of the Department of Applied Linguistics (Email: penelope.scott@xjtlu.edu.cn). Informal enquiries may be addressed to HR at Jia.Xu@xjtlu.edu.cn . Please quote the position and job ID 4448 in your enquiry.