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Yusuf Maitama Sule University, Kano

Yusuf Maitama Sule University, Kano was founded as North West University in 2012 as a second state university in the state of Kano. The university took its current name in 2017 in honour of Yusuf Maitama Sule, the former politician, representative at the United Nations, holder of several cabinet posts and 1979 presidential candidate.
 Students are divided between the city campus in Kano and the main campus on General Buhari Way in the Kofar Ruwa district.
The first four faculties at the university included education, humanities, social and management science and science and have subsequently been joined by basic medical education and clinical science. 
The training hospital launched in 2017 and admitted its first medical students in 2020. In 2022 it launched a collaboration with the Republic of Niger and the first cervical cancer screening laboratory in northern Nigeria. 
There are diploma and masters programmes in accounting and finance. 
Facilities include the university library, campus accommodation, the student union, support and counselling services, a health and wellness centre, ICT suites, sports centre and transport services. The Yusuf Maitama Sule University also provides its students with access to online resources, including e-books and journals, to support their research activities.

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The Vietnamese-German University (VGU) is seeking a highly qualified full-time lecturer in Building Physics. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Architecture with strong expertise in Building Climatology or a closely related field and have a strong background in research. Relevant international experience is of advantage. The successful candidate will become part of an international network of universities and research institutes.

Teaching Responsibilities

In the role of a lecturer, the successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in the Architecture Program (ARC). The expected workload for the in-class lecture conduction is 08 academic hours per week, totaling 240 academic hours per year (1 academic hour equals to 45 minutes).

Teaching should reflect current research methods and results, and comprises lectures on the following modules:


	Building Climatology I
	Building Climatology II
	Studio Project I
	Elective I


The named courses are subject to change upon realistic needs of the programs and joint agreement between the lecturer, relevant Academic Coordinators, and Dean/Vice Dean in charge of teaching. Courses may requires conducting relevant laboratory activities and/or advising student projects. The holder of this job is also responsible for supervising bachelor's theses in the Architecture field.

Research Responsibilities

As a faculty member of a research-oriented university, the successful candidate is expected to significantly contribute to the scientific profile of VGU through innovation. This includes and is not limited to comprehensive activities in basic research as well as applied research in the fields of Building Physics in Architecture. The ability to apply and generate externally funded research projects is highly desirable.

Administrative responsibilities

The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the development of the Architecture Program by participating in administrative, marketing and other public activities of the program in consultation with the Academic Coordinator of the study program and the German partner university, namely Anhalt University of Applied Sciences. She or he is also expected to contribute actively to the academic selfadministration of the Faculty of Engineering and university by being willing to stand for election to the Faculty Council, Academic Senate and/or other bodies.

Qualification

Candidates must at least hold a Ph.D. in Architecture or a closely related field, preferably from a well-known international university. A current title of Professor will be a plus, as experience and understanding of the German higher education system and methodology. Other requirements include:


	Must have an architectural design portfolio to show working experience in the field
	An outstanding academic record with a focus on Building Physics in Architecture or other areas closely related to it
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	Strong track record of successful research activities and publications in international and peer-reviewed journals in the related area is an advantage
	Proven teaching experience with strong self-motivation combined with a passion for teaching and research
	Experience in industry is of advantage
	Proven excellent English proficiency:


Candidates who are from non-native English-speaking countries should include one of the following valid English proficiency certificates; IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 548(PBT), TOEFL 84 (iBT), TOEFL 212 (CBT), CEFR level B2 or Aptis level C1 at the time of application submission. Alternatively, candidates who do not hold a valid English proficiency certificate at the submission time need to be internally assessed at VGU to meet the criterion stated above.[1]

Employment benefits

The successful candidate will become part of a professional and interdisciplinary group of faculty and have access to state-of-the-art laboratories. VGU supports its lecturers with attractive start-up endowments for quality research projects. VGU also supports participation in national and international conferences and the publishing of research papers.

VGU lecturers enjoy a rich cultural experience and a dynamic teaching environment through interactions with inquisitive and quality students.

Further information, e.g. regarding the appointment procedure, the competitive salary and research activities can be downloaded here.

Application                                                                                               

To apply please send your application (with the following documents in one PDF max. size: 5 MB) to academicpositions@vgu.edu.vn with subject line "Building Physics_[Your Name]"

Your application should include:


	Form for basic information (Please download, complete this form electronically and submit it together with your application)
	A cover letter stating your interest in joining VGU
	Curriculum Vitae (including list of publications)
	Architectural Design Portfolio
	Scans of university degrees, university transcripts and other relevant certificates
	Scans of language certificates (if available, highly appreciated)
	References illustrating your professional and academic career, including contact details of references (if available, highly appreciated)
	Evaluation results for teaching (if available)


All applications will be reviewed and evaluated by VGU's international Application Review Team.

For further information, please contact:


	Program Academic Coordinator – Dr. Le Thi Thu Huong - at huong.ltt@vgu.edu.vn


About us

The Vietnamese-German University (VGU) is a Vietnamese state university. Founded in 2008, VGU is a joint venture based on a close cooperation between the Federal Republic of Germany and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, with the goal of becoming the leading research university in Vietnam and the region.

VGU´s strategy is to customize excellent German study programs in the fields of engineering, informatics and economics to meet the needs of Vietnamese higher education. Being a joint effort of Vietnamese and German institutions, VGU follows the successful German model and standards concerning the academic and administrative structures.

As part of VGU's ongoing commitment to gender equity, the university is actively seeking to enhance the representation of women in research and teaching roles. VGU therefore strongly encourages applications from qualified female lecturers who wish to contribute to the academic community.


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The Department of Chemistry at The University of Hong Kong is proud to be ranked No. 1 among all Chemistry departments in the Hong Kong Research Assessment Exercise. Achieved through outstanding research and high-quality teaching, the Department is dedicated to maintaining our excellence as a leading department in the field, both regionally and globally. As part of our ongoing strategic development, we are offering positions to outstanding academics with a strong publication record, innovative research ideas, and a passion for teaching and mentorship to join our esteemed professoriate team. More information about the Department can be found at https://chemistry.hku.hk.

The Position

We now invite applications for appointment as Assistant Professor in strategic research areas of synthetic organic chemistry, including but not limited to:


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	Deliver excellent teaching in related courses;
	Publish research findings in reputable scientific journals and present research at conferences;
	Secure external funding through grant applications and actively participate in collaborative research projects;
	Teach and mentor undergraduate and postgraduate students in chemistry courses and research activities; and
	Contribute to academic and administrative duties of the Department.


Essential Requirements


	A Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Material Science, or a relevant field;
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	Commitment to delivering high-quality and mentoring to students; and
	Complementary expertise with the Department's existing strengths and focus on Materials, Chemical Biology, Spectroscopy, and Synthetic Chemistry.


What We Offer

The appointment will be made on fixed-term full-time contract for 3 years initially, with the possibility of renewal and consideration for tenure before the expiry of the second three-year fixed-term contract.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave, professional leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totaling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. A start-up package commensurate with the needs and experience of the appointee will be provided.

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The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload a covering letter, an up-to-date C.V. (including a list of publications), a teaching statement (maximum 2 pages), a research statement outlining current and future research plans and interests, and contact information of at least three referees. It is important to note that at least one of the referees should be able to comment, amongst other things, on the applicant’s research ability and his/her contribution to teaching or research in his/her department, while the remaining two should have knowledge of his/her recent academic or employment experience. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until June 30, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview.


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The Department of Network and Data Science invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the assistant professor level in the broadly defined areas of network science and computational social science.

The candidates should have strong motivation to conduct interdisciplinary research with socially relevant impact. In particular, they should be interested in participating in teaching courses and developing projects in collaboration with other departments at CEU, and to engage with the broader research community in Vienna and Austria. We especially encourage applicants whose research would add to the intellectual diversity of our department.

The Department of Network and Data Science is an interdisciplinary unit, integrating natural, computational, and social science approaches. Further information about the Department of Network and Data Science is available at: https://www.ceu.edu/departments/network-data-science.

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Candidates should be able to:


	Teach data science methodology courses and elective courses applied in social contexts at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
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We seek applications with a background in any of the fields of network science, quantitative fields of social sciences, social data science, computer science or natural sciences, with an excellent publication record, international experience and visibility, and research interest in network science and computational social science.

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	Excellent record of publications in international peer-reviewed journals.
	Proof of didactic knowledge to teach at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels
	International research network.
	Strong recommendations attesting to their academic, teaching and professional capabilities


What CEU Offers

We offer an annual gross salary of € 70,000. The initial contract will be for a six-year term, with the possibility of promotion to Associate Professor with an indefinite-term contract. For a list of our benefits, please view our Benefits page on our career portal. 

How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit the following documents:


	A comprehensive curriculum vitae (C.V.). 
	A list of publications.
	A sample publication.
	A short statement of research and teaching.
	The names and contact details of three referees (candidates should arrange for two of the referees to send their recommendations directly to CEU).


CEU is an equal opportunity employer and values geographical and gender diversity, thus encouraging applications from women and/or other underrepresented groups. Since CEU strives to increase the share of women in professorial positions, given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female applicants. CEU recognizes that personal and family circumstances shape the trajectory of one’s career and working patterns. As such, and in line with CEU’s promotion of Equal Opportunities, we encourage applicants to detail periods of leave, part-time work or other such situations in their applications so that the Search Committee is able to assess an applicant’s academic record fairly in the context of their circumstances. Any declaration of personal and family circumstances is voluntary and will be handled confidentially and only considered in so far as it impacts on the academic career of an applicant.

About CEU

One of the world’s most international universities, a unique founding mission positions Central European University as both an acclaimed center for the study of economic, historical, social and political challenges, and a source of support for building open and democratic societies that respect human rights and human dignity. CEU is accredited in the United States and Austria, and offers English-language bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs in the social sciences, the humanities, law, environmental sciences, management and public policy. CEU enrolls more than 1,400 students from over 100 countries, with faculty from over 50 countries.

In 2019, CEU relocated from Hungary to Austria as the Hungarian government revoked its ability to issue US-accredited degrees in the country. As a result, CEU offers all of its degree programs in Vienna, Austria; and retains a non-degree, research and civic engagement presence in Budapest, Hungary, through its CEU Democracy Institute, the Institute for Advanced Study, the CEU Summer University and The Vera and Donald Blinken Open Society Archives (OSA), and its Hungarian language public educational programs and public lectures.

For more information, please visit https://www.ceu.edu/.


Central European University

The basic salary of EUR 3,714.80 (on a full-time basis)



At the University of Vienna, more than 10,000 people work together towards answering the big questions of the future. Around 7,500 of them are scientists who, with their curiosity and continuous demand for excellence, conduct top-level international research and teaching. Are you also looking for the right space to develop your potential? We are seeking a/an

University assistant predoctoral 1

37 Faculty of Business, Economics and Statistics
Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Limited until:  permanent
Reference no.: 4155

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

University of Vienna is offering a PhD position (University Assistant, Praedoc) at the Department of Statistics and Operations Research. The position is intended to support a young researcher in their doctoral studies. The position (30 hours/week) is based on a 3-year contract with the option of extending for a further year.

The successful applicant will be admitted to the department Ph.D. program and will work on the development and analysis of statistical methods for machine learning, particularly in the context of high-dimensional models and with a particular focus on methods such as jackknife and conformal inference. They will also gain teaching experience in the Department Bachelor's and Master's programs. (Teaching will be governed by the collective bargaining agreement).

Your future tasks:

You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means:


	You are involved in research projects and scientific studies in the area of mathematical statistics.
	We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months.
	You work on your dissertation and its completion.
	You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
	You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration.


This is part of your personality:


	Completed Master's degree or Diploma, in the field of statistics, mathematics or a closley related discipline (completed or pending completion)
	A solid backround in statistics, mathematical statistics and probability theory as well as promising potential for original research
	Excellent command of written and spoken English


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	Academic curriculum vitae
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Proficiency in R or a comparable software package 

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The employment duration is 3 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 3 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a declaration of non-extension. With appropriate work progress, an extension to a total maximum of 4 years is possible.

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible, family-friendly working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time work (upon agreement).
Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment.
Good public transport connections: Your workplace in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport.
Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge.
Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.714,80 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.
Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team!

It is that easy to apply:

Application documents must include:

Via our job portal/ Apply now button

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Hannes Leeb  

hannes.leeb@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.

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University of Vienna

£39,076 - £43,909 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance

United Kingdom, London

About Us

The School of Biomedical Engineering & Imaging Sciences is advancing healthcare engineering research, teaching, and entrepreneurship by bringing life-changing medical technologies to patients and clinicians faster.
We are driven by the ambition to improve the way we deliver healthcare through advanced engineering. The School trains the next generation of world-class biomedical engineers and prioritises collaboration between researchers, clinicians and industry.

Our students and researchers break down barriers between disciplines to deliver faster translation of research into the clinic. By being embedded within one of the UK's largest NHS Trusts, we can improve the quality of life for patients around the world.

More information: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/bmeis

About the role

This is a key role within the Research Support Team of the School of Biomedical Engineering & Imaging Sciences. The post holder will be responsible to the School Research Manager, as part of the team ensuring that high quality financial data and research management is provided to the School.

The successful candidate will provide high quality support for the School of Biomedical Engineering & Imaging Sciences, with an emphasis on research grant management and reporting. The post holder will be highly numerate and able to interpret as well as communicate figures to a wide range of audiences. They should be proficient in Excel and PowerBi and will be expected to provide monthly grant reports to Principal Investigators.


	Developing and producing finance reports for grants and discretionary accounts, inputting financial data on income and expenditure 
	Developing an understanding of the platforms used in the University (primarily KFin and Worktribe, PeopleXD and Pure)
	Building and improving reporting templates taking into account of data availability and quality, user needs, data access control, and other relevant factors
	Support all aspects of post award activity from project queries to closing awards.
	To collate and review research grant reports and send to PIs. Attention is required to consider, projects nearing their end dates with large over/underspends and to highlight these to the PI, School Finance/Research teams, School Manager, and Post Award.
	To assist the School Research and Finance Managers in the review of grant ‘health checks’, ensuring that the expenditure charged is eligible, and grant expenditure is in line with forecasted expenditure.
	To review the ineligible spend report and assess that the expenditure is in line with the funders’ rules. Any ineligible expenditure is to be highlighted and addressed to the PI, School Research and Finance Managers, and Post Award.
	Ensure compliance with the College’s financial regulations and funder policies.


This is a full time post (35 Hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract. You will be expected to work on site at least 3 days per week.

About You

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

Essential criteria


	Experience in grant costing and award management for research (Pre and Post-Award) using specific software e.g. Worktribe or Oracle based software
	Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment with minimal supervision while maintaining accuracy and observing systems and processes
	Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills at all levels with the ability to translate complex information; financial or the terms and conditions of funding bodies
	Solutions and quality-focused, with strong planning and analytical skills, able to manage competing priorities and work with minimal supervision
	Commitment to good practice and following process/procedure 
	Good knowledge of MS Office including Word Processing, Excel, PowerPoint, Power Bi, and use of email/internet


Desirable criteria


	Experience of working in the higher education sector and/or a medical/clinical environment with a detailed knowledge of the regulatory, policy, and procedural context along with the challenges and opportunities faced by the sector
	Experience in financial planning and implementation, including preparing budgets, financial profiling, monitoring key performance indicators, budgets, and risks
	Evidence of an active commitment to career development with the application of learning to the work context
	An understanding of research-intensive Higher Education institution activity, context, and processes


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 next page after you click “Apply Now”. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.

Further Information

We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community.

We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's.

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 advert. 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.

Grade and Salary: £39,076 - £43,909 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Allowance
Job ID: 132706
Close Date: 04-Jan-2026
Contact Person: Laura Zappulla
Contact Details: laura.zappulla@kcl.ac.uk


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