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Finland

Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 13 000 students, 400 professors and close to 4 500 other faculty and staff working on our dynamic campus in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community.

The Department of Chemistry and Materials Science is working at the cutting edge of research on micro-, nano- and atomic scale engineering of compounds and materials. The research in the department focuses on advanced and functional materials, chemical synthesis, energy storage and conversion, as well as, molecular and materials modelling.

The Electrochemical Energy Conversion and Storage research group in the Department of Chemistry and Materials Science is looking for a motivated

Doctoral Researcher for developing electrocatalysts for seawater electrolysis

Are you interested in developing novel materials for the latest technologies in green hydrogen production?

We are looking for a Doctoral Researcher to develop coatings on electrocatalysts to protect them from the corroding and poisoning environment of saline seawater. Fresh water is a limitation for wider adoption of green hydrogen production via electrolysis. Developing durable electrocatalysts for the demanding seawater conditions is a key to realizing efficient seawater electrolyzers. This work will combine advanced synthesis methods of electrocatalyst materials with electrochemical analysis of the materials as well as sophisticated in-situ analysis techniques and versatile material characterization. The successful candidate will join an EU-funded project combining scientists from research organizations and industry across Europe for a highly collaborative work.

Your role and goals

You will be responsible for the synthesis of catalysts for hydrogen evolution reaction, coating the electrocatalysts by using Atomic Layer Deposition, and characterizing the materials by electrochemical and physico-chemical methods as well as probing the reaction environment with in situ Raman technique. You will be expected to perform independent research, collaborate with the other groups in the project, present at scientific conferences and publish in academic journals. Alongside with the research work, you are expected to complete the D.Sc,(Tech.) degree in chemical engineering.

Your network and team

The position is based in the Electrochemical Energy Conversion and Storage research group led by Professor Tanja Kallio, and will be a part of EU funded project with collaborators from research organisations and industry all over Europe. You will be working in a highly collaborative and international environment.

The EECS research group investigates and develops materials and devices for electrochemical energy conversion and storage applications, including fuel cells, electrolyzers and lithium batteries. Our aim is to understand the functioning of the materials to improve the existing ones and to develop alternative, more sustainable solutions. Our research covers synthesis, characterization and device integration of new materials. Alongside functionality of the materials and devices, we are interested in their durability and degradation mechanisms as well as optimization of above-mentioned technologies.

Your experience and ambitions

We are looking for highly motivated candidates with


	A master’s degree in chemistry, material sciences or related field with excellent grades
	Previous experience in electrochemistry, nanomaterial synthesis and/or physico-chemical characterization methods
	Good reporting and presenting skills
	Good problem-solving skills combined with cooperative attitude and responsibility


What we offer

Aalto University offers an inspiring environment to shape a sustainable future. Our well-resourced community offers you the chance to focus on driving your research ideas and developing your competencies. Aalto is an open community where equality and inclusion enable curiosity, innovation, collaboration and wellbeing.

We offer meaningful and inspiring working and learning environment. We are proud of our purpose to shape a sustainable future by innovating novel material and technological solutions. We spark the game changers of tomorrow, and renew society with research-based knowledge, creativity and an entrepreneurial mindset. During your studies and and research work we are ready to support, coach and spar when you feel you need it. Our working culture inspires and includes everyone. All our work is guided by the values of the university: responsibility, courage, and collaboration.

Our vast array of professional development opportunities means you will grow and learn, having the chance to participate actively in staff trainings and development projects based on your interests and needs.

We work in a hybrid way, and the primary workplace is Otaniemi, Espoo. The Otaniemi campus is a thriving and connected community of 100 nationalities, 13,000 students and 4,500 employees. Life at the transformed campus is vibrant and filled with amazing architecture, calming nature, and a variety of cafes, restaurants, services and good connections along the recently opened metro line.

The starting date will be around mid-2025. The first employment contract is made for one year while the EU project duration is three years. During the first years fixed-term contract, you will apply for the study right in doctoral studies at Aalto University School of Chemical Engineering. Please check the student information and admission criteria at https://www.aalto.fi/en/study-options/aalto-doctoral-programme-in-chemical-engineering. Please pay attention to the mandatory skill level in English and required grades. Doctoral studies at Aalto University take approximately four years. The starting salary for a Doctoral researcher is approximately 3000 €/month.

Join us!

If you want to join our research group, please share the following application materials with us no later than 31.01.2025 through our online recruitment site by using the "Apply now!” link.

Please include the following attachments to your application


	A letter of motivation
	A complete curriculum vitae
	Copy of the master’s degree certificate and a transcript of studies (with a clear explanation of the grading scale)


We will go through applications, and we may invite suitable candidates to interview already during the application period. We aim to have a transparent and equal recruitment process, so feel free to ask us for feedback.

For additional information, please contact Prof. Tanja Kallio, tanja.kallio@aalto.fi or Dr. Milla Vikberg, milla.vikberg@aalto.fi.

Please note: Aalto University’s employees should apply for the position via our internal HR system Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions).

Want to know more about us and your future colleagues? You can watch these videos: Aalto University – Towards a better world, Aalto People, and Shaping a Sustainable Future. Read more about working at Aalto: https://www.aalto.fi/en/careers-at-aalto

Check out our new virtual campus experience: https://virtualtour.aalto.fi/

About Finland

Finland is a great place for living with or without family – it is a safe, politically stable and well-organized Nordic society. Finland is consistently ranked high in quality of life and was just listed again as the happiest country in the world: https://worldhappiness.report/news/its-a-three-peat-finland-keeps-top-spot-as-happiest-country-in-world/. For more information about living in Finland: https://www.aalto.fi/en/careers-at-aalto/for-international-staff .

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Aalto University

Aalto University is a community of bold thinkers in which science and art meet technology and business. We are committed to identifying and solving grand societal challenges and building an innovative future. Aalto University has six schools with 12 000 students and nearly 400 professors. Our campuses are in Espoo, Finland.

The School of Engineering is an international unit with nearly 70 talented professors and 3400 full-time students. Currently, the Department of Civil Engineering has 20 professors together with lecturers, staff scientist, post-doctoral researchers, doctoral students, and technical staff. In total, the number of departmental personnel is over 100.

DOCTORAL RESEARCHER or POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCHER in COMPUTATIONAL SOLID MECHANICS

We seek a highly qualified, talented and motivated individual, with an enthusiastic attitude towards high-quality research, to work as a Doctoral Student or Post-doctoral Researcher at the Department of Civil Engineering in the team of Computational Structural Engineering supervised by Associate Professor Jarkko Niiranen: https://research.aalto.fi/fi/persons/jarkko-niiranen.

Full-time doctoral studies are expected to last for three to four years and require passing a mid-term review:
https://www.aalto.fi/en/study-options/aalto-doctoral-programme-in-engineering

Post-doctoral researcher’s contract is extended on a yearly basis according to the actual funding situation and work performance.

Job desription

The research activities of the candidate will focus on the theoretical and computational analysis of lattice structures such as origami fold core sandwich structures within the theories of elasticity, elasto-plasticity and elasto-plastic damage. Research activities will involve numerical methods relying on physics-based continuum models and validated via experiments.

The teaching assistant duties of the position are limited to about ten percent of working hours and related to the Master’s Programme in Building Technology, on such courses as Engineering Computation and Simulation, Finite Element Methods in Civil Engineering, Mechanics of Beam and Frame Structures, Mechanics of Plate and Shell Structures, Stability of Structures or Material Modeling in Civil Engineering. Possibilities for serving as an instructor for Bachelor’s and Master’s Thesis students are available as well.

The wage of the position will be paid according to the salary scheme of Aalto University School of Engineering.

Qualification requirements

By the time of recruitment, the selected candidate for doctoral studies should have a master’s degree in a related field obtained within the last three years: e.g., civil engineering, mechanical engineering or applied mathematics. The candidate should have excellent grades from the bachelor and master level courses in mathematics and mechanics as well as appropriate skills in programming and finite element analysis. Proficiency in written and spoken English are required as well. Experience in co-authoring scientific articles in high-quality journals is not a necessary requirement but an advantage.

For the candidate qualified for the position, an official application process for doctoral studies will be accomplished. Hence, before submitting their application, the candidate should ensure that the corresponding formal requirements are fulfilled:
https://www.aalto.fi/en/doctoral-education/how-to-apply-for-doctoral-studies#5-general-eligibility-and-academic-evaluation

 

By the time of recruitment, the selected candidate for post-doctoral research should have a doctor’s degree in a related field obtained within the last three years: e.g., civil engineering, mechanical engineering or applied mathematics. The candidate should have excellent grades from the bachelor and master level courses in mathematics and mechanics as well as appropriate skills in programming and finite element analysis. Proficiency in written and spoken English are required as well. Experience in co-authoring scientific articles in high-quality journals is a necessary requirement.

Application process

The application material should be submitted in English as a single pdf-file, compiled in the following order:


	Motivation letter – including contact information (max. 1 page)
	Curriculum vitae – including contact information for one reference (max. 2 pages)
	University degree certificates – including translations to English (if the originals are not in English, Finnish or Swedish)
	Transcripts of records – starting from bachelor studies
	Language certificate – meaning a proof of proficiency in English (if the applicant is not a native speaker of English or has not received education in English)
	List of publications


The application should be sent through the electronic recruitment system (Apply now! -link below) no later than January 31st, 2025. Applications from other channels will not be evaluated.

Short-listed candidates will be invited to an on-site or on-line interview.

The employees and visitors of Aalto University should apply for the position via the internal system Workday (Workday à Internal jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage about open positions).

For additional information, please contact HR Generalist Jenna Koskenniemi (jenna.koskenniemi@aalto.fi).

Aalto University reserves the right for justified reasons to leave the positions open, to extend the application period and to consider candidates who have submitted their application outside the application period.

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Competitive and commensurate with rank and experience

China, Suzhou

Department: Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, School of Advanced Technology
Position Title: Professor – Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Location: Suzhou, China
Salary: Salary and benefits packages are competitive and commensurate with rank and experience.
Job ID: 2052

University Overview

Located in Suzhou, China, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) is a young, dynamic and EMI university founded in 2006, and is a unique collaborative institution and first joint-venture university in China to offer both UK (University of Liverpool) and Chinese (Ministry of Education) accredited undergraduate degrees for more than 100 programmes. XJTLU also aims to become truly research-led and has committed significant investment into research development and the expansion of master’s and PhD student numbers on campus. The university has over 18,000 students and nearly 1000 academic staff representing in excess of 90 nationalities. For detailed information about the university, please visit www.xjtlu.edu.cn

Department Description

The School of Advanced Technology has five departments (intelligent Science, Computing, Mechatronics and Robotics, Electrical and Electronics Engineering and Communications and networking). As a research and practice-led school our faculty and staff are committed to providing our students with a challenging and stimulating environment, as well as unlocking their full potential. Upon graduation, students will become highly-sought-after candidates with strong academic knowledge as well as extensive transferable skills in communication, team-work and project management.

Responsibilities and Duties

The position of Professor is crucial to the effective operation of XJTLU. Departments are the fundamental building blocks of the university, and the Professor is the role model of academic staff. The Professor is reported directly to the Head of their department. The Professor is a key research leader, manager, and administrator. The term of appointment is three years.

Supporting its rapid expansion, SAT now seeks to appoint senior faculty to join the EEE department. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior academic and established researcher to become part of a young, fast-growing, and internationally recognized institution situated in the heart of one of China’s most innovative and entrepreneurial economic areas. XJTLU is a research-led university. In this context, even though the workload of faculty in SAT is generally shared between teaching, research, and service, faculty members are expected to spend the majority of their time on research, followed by teaching, then service. Research activities include the publication of research articles, attendance of international conferences, and applications for research funding. Research performance in the School is benchmarked on internationally recognized lists of journal quality such as the CAS JCR Q1 journals. 

Personal Attributes

The successful applicant is expected to have developed: 


	A motivation to mentor junior faculty, 
	A solid wide range of academic leadership skills, 
	Good interpersonal and communication skills. 


Essential Qualifications/Experience

The successful applicant is expected to have: 


	A PhD degree in Microelectronics, or Semiconductor Material Science & Engineering or integrated circuit design & manufacturing or a related field, 
	At least ten years of teaching/research experience in higher education, especially in the areas of electronic materials and devices, semiconductor fabrication or integrated circuit design 
	A significant record of academic publications in excellent international journals, 
	Supervised PhD students to completion, 
	A successful record of research funding acquisition


Desirable Qualifications/Experience

The successful applicant should preferably possess the following attributes: 


	Curriculum design and programme development experience, 
	Teaching and/or research interest in nanoelectronic materials and fabrication, microelectronic devices and circuits, and semiconductor science & technology
	Engagement with professional community, 
	Professional memberships such as IET, ACM, IEEE and HEA;
	Strong knowledge / experience in international higher education. Ideally hold the rank of Professor.


Compensation Package

Members of Academic Staff receive generous subsidies for accommodation, travel, children’s education, and medical insurance. A relocation allowance is provided. Non-Chinese passport holders may qualify for multi-year income tax “holidays”, depending on nationality and tax residency.

Citizenship and Visa Regulations

Employment at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University is regulated by Chinese Labour Laws, and must comply with the regulations of the provincial government. These regulations stipulate who is eligible for legal employment with regard to obtaining work permits and visas.  Please be advised candidates over 60 may be not eligible for a work visa in the P.R. China.

To Apply

Please submit your application on our university website. Applications must be submitted in a single pdf file that includes 3 parts in the order of:


	A cover letter 
	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 Dean of School Prof. Eng Gee Lim at enggee.lim@xjtlu.edu.cn. Informal enquiries may be addressed to HRBP of School of Advanced Technology at Mengyi.Wang@xjtlu.edu.cn. Please quote the position and job ID in your enquiry.


Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

Description

The Mathematics Program in the Science Division, New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a post-doctoral associate to work on one or more of the following topics: Mathematical Physics, Spectral Theory, Quantum Chaos, Large Graphs and Quantum Walks. Related areas such as Quantum Information can also be considered. This position is offered through the research funds of Mostafa Sabri.

The Mathematics Program at NYUAD is quickly expanding, the candidate will find many international experts and postdocs with whom to interact. Weekly seminars are in place across the various research areas represented at NYUAD. The successful applicant will also receive a mobility credit to participate in conferences.

Applicants must have a PhD in Mathematics, with a strong background in one of the advertised topics, as well as an excellent academic record. Candidates with PhDs in Physics or Computer Science may also be considered if they willing to collaborate with mathematicians on these topics.

For consideration, applicants need to submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae with a full publication list, a research statement, a transcript, and at least two letters of reference, all in PDF format. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed twice. In the first interview, the candidate will give a talk summarizing earlier research. The second interview will be to discuss a research project in collaboration with Mostafa Sabri around the aforementioned topics. Candidates are advised to reflect upon such collaborations and include them in the research statement before applying.

The duration of the postdoc is for 2 years, with a probation period of 6 months. The starting date is flexible but most likely to be in Fall 2025. If you have any questions, please email Mostafa Sabri at mostafa.sabri@nyu.edu.

The terms of employment are very competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the position is filled.

About NYU Abu Dhabi:

NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU’s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.

EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Employer

UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr

NYU is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion.


New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

School: School of Internet of Things, XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang)
Academic Position: Professor
Admin Role: Dean, School of Internet of Things
Report to: Team Leader, Collective Leadership Team, XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang)
Academic Disciplines: IoT, Computer Science, Networking and Communications, System Engineering, Electronics, Data Science
Location: Taicang, Greater Suzhou, China

ABOUT XJTLU

In 2006 Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) was created by the University of Liverpool and Xi’an Jiaotong University – a top ten university in 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 around 25,000 enrolled students in both Suzhou and Liverpool in the UK, with plans to grow to about 28,000 students by 2025. There are currently about 2,200 staff, among which about 1,000 academic staff, with an almost even split between citizens of the People’s Republic of China and international passport holders. XJTLU offers our undergraduates and postgraduates over 100 programmes with a diverse spectrum of courses. With a focus on innovative learning and teaching, 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 same time, XJTLU is exploring future education by blending the educational theory, best practice and culture from west and east.

For detailed information about the university, please visit www.xjtlu.edu.cn

ABOUT ENTREPRENEUR COLLEGE (TAICANG)

In 2019, the XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang) was launched, as a pioneers of, and an educational model for, the future university and campus in developing talents and leaders to meet local, national, and global challenges arising from the 4th Industrial Revolution. Developed in collaboration with the Taicang Municipal Government and industry partners, the XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang) moved to the university’s newly opened award winning Taicang campus, within Greater Suzhou, in September 2022. As a result, there are opportunities at all levels for innovative academics in the fields represented by the following schools and education platforms.

For detailed information about the XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang), please visit:

https://www.xjtlu.edu.cn/en/study/departments/entrepreneur-college-taicang/

ABOUT THE SCHOOL OF INTERNET OF THINGS

The School of Internet of Things is one of the 7 industry-themed Schools in the XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang). Each School consists of an Education, Research and Development Institute (“ERDI”) for teaching and university-business research collaboration, a professional services centre supporting daily activities of students, staff, and business partners, and a School Affiliated Company jointly established by XJTLU and the School’s industry partner for practical on-the-job learning and teaching. 

Industry Partner Overview

The School of Internet of Things has been jointly developed by the University and one of its industry partner – Eolane China, to deliver industry-themed programme(s).

Eolane Group is a leading French professional in electronic manufacturing services and original design manufacturing services, focusing on industrial control, medical, automotive, new energy, railway, defence, aerospace, IoT and other industrial fields. For more information please see http://www.eolane.cn/

POSITION OVERVIEW AND RESPONSIBILITIES

An XJTLU Dean is the head of a school on the Taicang Campus at XJTLU and is crucial to its effective operation. The Dean provides leadership and support to the strategic development of the School. The Dean is the key representative role for the School within the university and externally. The Dean is a member of the extended XJTLU Senior Management Team. The Dean reports to the Team Leader, XEC Collective Leadership Team, XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang) for the operation of the School. The initial term of appointment is three years. We are looking for an academic leader from candidates in the fields of IoT, computer science, networking and communications, systems engineering, electronics, data science. The Dean will be responsible for: 

Leadership


	Provide leadership and oversight to the School and leads the School’s Management Team.
	Act as a full member of the XEC Collective Leadership Team, Deans’ Advisory Group and Academic Board.
	Lead the School strategic planning process, with the support of the School Management Team. 
	Ensure teaching, research, and industry engagement activities within the School are adequate to fulfil its mission and vision, and maintain the international accreditation currently held.
	Develop the School’s external engagement, grow collaborations with companies and other non-academic organisations, representing the School both domestically and internationally. This ambassadorial function contributes to the increased reputation and standing of the School.
	Provide executive-level strategic advice, briefings, and support to the leadership team, industry partners for innovation, knowledge exploitation, incubation and acceleration, and serve on a range of institutional committees and groups. 
	Provide leadership, guidance and input into business engagement by driving business growth by identifying opportunities, tracking new markets, and building sustainable client relationships.
	Keep under regular review the key strategic risks and opportunities, internal and external stakeholders relating to the campus strategic plan and the University’s priorities. 
	Provides support for the University leadership agenda, and acts to ensure a synergistic collaboration between the School and the rests of the University.


Administration


	Oversee all management and functional activities within the School. 
	Take action on specific administrative tasks assigned by the university. These include service on committees and working parties; as chair of review panels and etc.
	Specific responsible within the School for: Strategic and annual planning; Work allocation of the senior management staff; Budget development; School-level staff appointments; Staff Professional Development Reviews and processes.


Management


	The Dean line manages all academic staff.
	Ensure staff carry out their duties professionally, effectively, and at the highest standard possible. Management entails talking and communicating with people, providing support to them in their work, ensuring direction and providing useful and meaningful feedback to enable School work to be successfully completed. 
	Effectively manage the progress of the Annual Performance Review and Academic Promotion at School-level.


Key relationships


	The Dean is responsible for the School and reports to the Team Leader, XEC Collective Leadership Team, XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang). 
	The Dean works closely with the Associate Vice-Presidents for Learning and Teaching and Research and Impact to ensure the ongoing development of the portfolio of degree programmes, research outputs, and international activities.
	The Dean works closely with COO for XEC, other Deans in XEC, and the Director of the Centre for Academic Affairs who acts to support the academic work of each department.
	The Dean works closely with the Director of ERDI (Education, Research and Development Institute) in the School and the School Manager to ensure the development of research synergies, provision of administrative services and economies of scale, and activities to raise the profile of the School.
	The Dean works closely with other Deans in the University, especially through the Deans’ Advisory Group which focuses on the strategic development of academic units and of academic staff.
	The Dean works closely with Heads of Department in the University, especially through issues raised through the Deans’ Advisory Group, which is the key forum in the university for the discussion of operational academic affairs.
	The Dean works closely with the XEC’s Chair of the Syntegrative Education Committee.
	The Dean is leader and mentor to all staff in the School, especially for managers at the School level.


Responsibilities


	The Dean is responsible to the Team Leader, XEC Collective Leadership Team, XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang) for the academic development of the School. This includes lead on the development and implementation of appropriate academic programmes at undergraduate, postgraduate taught and research levels.
	The Dean is responsible for the regular assessment of teaching and research outcomes, and works with relevant administrative departments for the improvement of teaching and research outcomes.
	The Dean is responsible for ensuring the application of all university policies and regulations by members of staff in the School.
	The Dean is responsible for ensuring adherence to the laws and directives of the People’s Republic of China by staff in the School.


Personal Attributes

The School of Internet of Things is adopting a new higher education model based upon the concept of Syntegrative Education (SE). SE is a new model developed by the University to address an increasingly networked and complex future of work in the 4th Industrial Revolution. The model is core to the University’s strategy for its next ten-year development focusing on innovation and entrepreneurship. SE aims to train syntegrative leaders with Management skills, International perspective, Discipline-specific knowledge, and adaptability in Industry (MIDI). 

The position will attract academic leaders embodying these SE values and are passionate in engaging in a future-focused co-learning ecosystem comprising students, academics, practitioners, university, industry, and community. The School seeks a visionary leader who thrive by creating impact through authentic engagement, cross-boundary collaboration, collective learning and discovery, and action-oriented inquiries. The Dean is also a creative educator who adopts a systems mindset and use their knowledge, skills, and experiences to co-design and deliver an enriching educational experience for students. They view education as an integrative and life-long transformative process.

The candidate should have the:


	Ability to proactively seek and respond to issues with flexible, effective and, where appropriate, innovative solutions. 
	Ability to prioritise, take and implement decisions to achieve agreed objectives.
	Ability to contribute to the strategic development of the University.
	Ability to lead and develop academic staff and mentorship skills with the ability to coach colleagues. 
	The ability to interact effectively with a range of stakeholders, including staff at all levels, students, and external organisations by possessing highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCES


	Candidates must be a PhD holder in Internet of Things or other related subjects from a world-renowned university or be able to demonstrate an equivalent professional practice and engagement.
	Candidates must be willing/able to actively engage with new educational models such as Syntegrative Education (SE).
	Candidates shall become familiar with and observe Chinese and UK rules and regulations of higher education. 
	Candidates shall have management experience with good people skills and have the ability or experience to form or develop a new academic unit.
	Candidates must have an international reputation and demonstrate impacts in relevant research fields and are expected to have a good sense of the technology trends and relevant research experience on industrial projects. Candidates should have experience to cooperate with industrial partners to develop R&D projects.
	Candidates must have rich experience in research, academic leadership, financial management, strategic planning, people management, as well as senior academic management experience in a university, research institution or similar functions/areas.
	Candidates must demonstrate a good track record of engagement with students and industry. 
	Candidates must have a high level of communicative competence in English; an equivalent knowledge of Chinese would be an advantage.
	Candidates with administration and management experience in international universities or Sino-foreign joint universities are preferred. 
	Some experience of working in a relevant industry would be an advantage.
	Outstanding organisational skills, and ability to prioritise at individual and team levels, to be sensitive to the pressures facing other groups and individuals and to work to deadlines and under pressure.


CITIZENSHIP AND VISA REGULATIONS

Employment at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University is regulated by Chinese Labour Laws, and must comply with the regulations of the provincial government. These regulations stipulate who is eligible for legal employment with regard to obtaining work permits and visas.  Please be advised candidates over 65 may be not eligible for a work visa in the P.R. China.

Career Development


	Clear career development path with annual review.
	Professional development training 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
		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 (11 days)
		Annual leave(36days, including University closing days).
		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 send your application online:

https://career15.sapsf.cn/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=3786&company=xjtlu

Applications must be submitted in PDF that includes 3 parts in the order of:


	An extended cover letter
	A current CV, including date of birth, country of citizenship, current location, and highest degree level
	Contact details for three references  Applications should be received by the closing date stated above.  


For specific enquiries relating to the position, please Dr Xiaojun Zhang, Team Leader, XEC Collective Leadership Team, XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang) by email on Xiaojun.Zhang@xjtlu.edu.cn. Informal enquiries may be addressed to Ms Mingyu Yuan, HRBP at Mingyu.Yuan@xjtlu.edu.cn. 


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Physical Sciences 2024801-1000^th

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Rankings

Engineering 20241001+

Physical Sciences 2024801-1000th

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Key Student Statistics

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Physical Sciences 2024801-1000^th

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