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(0.6fte) Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today. Liverpool John Moores University is seeking a passionate, skilled and people-centred Graduate Transitions Officer to join our award-winning Student Futures team. Student Futures is LJMU’s Careers, Employability and Start-Up team, providing services & opportunities to students & graduates that help them build confidence & skills, secure great onward destinations and successfully navigate early stages of their career. As a strategic partner, we work collaboratively with academic teams, employers and external partners, transforming potential into success. The Graduate Transitions Officer is a new, high-impact role that will take an individualised ‘casework’ approach to supporting graduates to move from unemployment & underemployment into High Skilled roles. This will include proactively supporting graduates from diverse backgrounds, including groups who may experience additional barriers to achieving positive outcomes. The Graduate Transitions Officer will also deliver group training, collaborate with relevant external agencies, and lead on engagement activities such as graduate call centres and Student Futures’ presence in graduation weeks. To succeed in this role, you will bring: Proven experience in coaching and supporting individuals to achieve positive outcomes The ability to deliver engaging, impactful group sessions A collaborative, partnership-focused approach Strong communication skills and a people-first mindset In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you. LJMU values diversity and provides a supportive, inclusive environment where everyone can fulfil their potential. Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.

Available Position Researcher or Researcher (II) (JECR2026) Job Description JAMSTEC is now recruiting approximately 5 promising early career researchers as Researchers or Researchers (II) to lead future research and development initiatives and engage in pioneering and innovative research. Successful candidates are on a tenure-track and are eligible for the Selection Examination for the Position of Permanent Employee (a tenured position). JAMSTEC will conduct the following research and development activities under our Fifth Medium-to-Long-Term Plan: Promoting research and development to deepen understanding of global-scale phenomena and address related challenges through: understanding global changes and their mechanism; comprehending the generation mechanisms of earthquakes, volcanoes, and tsunamis to contribute to disaster prevention measures; exploring the co-evolution of Earth and Life and the diversity and function of marine ecosystems ; elucidating global biogeochemical cycles, formation mechanisms of submarine resources, and environmental assessments; and predicting future changes in the interactions between the ocean, Earth, life, and human activities, including the development of digital twins of the ocean. Contributing to the creation of humanity's intellectual assets and fostering new innovations by promoting the use and application of the knowledge base acquired through research and development. Generating and disseminating valuable information by integrating data from surveys and observations and strengthening analytical capabilities. Strengthening and promoting fundamental engineering research and elemental technology development to create ocean observation and deep-sea exploration systems for vast and deep-sea environments, with a focus on the domains of high-precision, unmanned, labor-saving, efficient, and miniaturization. Building upon the research and development initiatives outlined in the Fifth Medium-to-Long-Term Plan, we invite applications from researchers committed to promoting next-generation marine science and technology through advanced and interdisciplinary research with the following characteristics: Researchers who leverage creative ideas and original perspectives to promote fundamental technology development and accelerate research and development efforts Researchers engaged in cutting-edge research within current fields or pursuing interdisciplinary research that transcends existing research domains Researchers with a certain degree of independence, demonstrating enthusiasm to conduct their own research by leveraging JAMSTEC's research environment and infrastructure Researchers demonstrating a commitment to collaborative research across research divisions and contributing to JAMSTEC-wide research and development initiatives Researchers capable of proposing novel research and development that advances "AI for Science," which fuses scientific data and research findings with artificial intelligence. For details on our research and development system, please visit the website below and recruiting departments is available by clicking the links in the department names: https://www.jamstec.go.jp/e/about/research/ [Description of Duties] (Immediately upon employment) Successful candidates will be expected to engage in research and development at their assigned affiliation and related departments. (The scope of possible changes) The duties designated by JAMSTEC [Relevant Research Fields] Marine Science and related natural sciences or engineering fields Requirements Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. in a closely related field of research or technology development. Working Conditions & Contract Period (1) Number of positions: Approximately 5 positions for Researcher or Researcher (II) (2) Type of contract: Tenure-track fixed-term employee (3) Working Hours: Discretionary Labor System for Specialized Work *The determination of working hours allocation, including start and end times, as well as the method of carrying out research and development activities (including teleworking), is left to the discretion of the employee. (4) Contract Period: Period of employment is from October 1, 2026 to March 31, 2031 *Effective date of employment is negotiable. *One contract period is a maximum of five fiscal years. The contract period will not be renewed. *On reaching the age of 65 during an employed fiscal year, the contract period will expire at the end of the same fiscal year. This bylaw may change. *After undergoing an evaluation during the period of employment, the contract may be modified to one without termination (termination of employment would be at the end of the fiscal year in which the employee reaches the age of 62, or the age of 65 if the employee is rehired after their retirement). For details on this system, please contact Human Resources Section. *This position falls under Article 15-2, Act on Promotion of Science and Technology Innovation. Terms of Employment (1) Upon appointment, the successful candidates will receive relocation allowances. (2) Allowance for commuting expenses will be provided. (3) Employee and JAMSTEC will share the premiums for social insurance and labor insurance in the proportion specified by current statute. (4) JAMSTEC employee cooperative provides various subsidies for mutual aid and welfare services. (5) Company-Leased Housing will be available. (There are eligibility criteria based on income etc.) (6) Holidays and vacations: Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, year-end, and New Year's holidays. Annual vacations with pay, special vacations, leave of absence to care for a family member, and maternity leave are provided. Application Procedure [Submission] Please apply via the following website: https://recruit.jobcan.jp/jamstec/entry/new/2266029 * Since some of the notation is in Japanese on the website, please refer to the following input procedure when entering your information. Application guide [Required documents] *All files should be uploaded in PDF format only. a) CV * Valid email and home address must be provided. * Educational history should include all qualifications from high school and above. b) Summary of your research (1 page) c) Research plan at JAMSTEC (3 pages) * Please clearly indicate two research departments of interest at the beginning of the plan (e.g., your desired affiliation and related research activities). * Research plans should either advance current research fields at the cutting edge or employ cross-disciplinary approaches that transcend existing research domains. Proposals combining both elements are particularly welcome. * When preparing your research plan, please clearly describe the research objectives, content, distinctive features, and the significance of implementing the research at JAMSTEC. d) "Publication (achievement) list" including thesis titles and "List of competitive research funds" awarded to the applicant * Please list publications in refereed (peer-reviewed) journals separately from unrefereed publications. * Include DOI codes if available. * Include grants from the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS), Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST), and other competitive research funding sources. * Include records of scholarship awards received. * If you have not been awarded any, include "none" in the list. e) Two (or fewer) representative publications f) Two letters of recommendation from two senior research scientists (1 letter from each). * Employees of JAMSTEC will not be accepted as writers of Letter of recommendation. [Interview] Applicants will be selected based on submitted application material, followed by an interview. *Web-based online interviews are expected basically. Closing Date July 12, 2026 at 23:59 in Japan time *Depending on the situation of applications, the closing date may be extended. Contact Human Resources Section, Human Resources Dept. Administrative Division, JAMSTEC Email: recruit-app[at]jamstec.go.jp *Please replace [at] with @ when addressing Emails and include "JECR2026" in the subject line. For further information, please visit https://www.jamstec.go.jp/recruit/e/details/jecr20260712/

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: Associate Professor of Teaching / Assistant Professor of Teaching Department of Management (Post Ref.: 26/32) The Department of Management (http://www.LN.edu.hk/mgt/) is one of the constituent departments that contribute to the undergraduate programme of Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) degree. The Department offers a variety of courses in Management and aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and qualifications to meet the needs of a thriving business centre like Hong Kong. The primary responsibilities of the appointee include teaching and supporting the University’s educational mission. The appointee is expected to teach a variety of core and elective courses, develop new programmes, courses, teaching methods and procedures to enhance students’ learning. Additionally, appointee is encouraged to apply for teaching grants, organize knowledge transfer activities, and take responsibility for facilitating such initiatives. Candidates with advanced qualifications and more extensive experience may be considered for higher-level appointments. General Requirements For appointment as Associate Professor of Teaching / Assistant Professor of Teaching, candidates should have a doctoral degree in the relevant discipline, with a distinguished teaching record with professional recognition through leadership in the field of education, and should commit to teaching excellence, curriculum development, programme coordination, promotion and management, student advising and mentoring. Appointment The conditions of appointment will be competitive. The rank and 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 normally be made on a fixed-term contract of up to three years. Application Procedure (online application only) Please click Apply Now to submit your application. Applicants should provide a CV and information about their work experience, qualifications, research interests and achievements. A statement of their publications and of any works in progress currently under review are required. Applicants should provide names and contact information of at least three referees to whom applicants’ consent has been given for their providing references. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. We are an equal opportunities employer. Review of applications will 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.