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United Kingdom, Lancaster

Competitive remuneration and benefits

Lancaster University, set within a stunning 578-acre parkland, is a vibrant community of 24,000 students and a TEF Gold institution ranked in the UK’s top 10 by the Complete University Guide 2025. Nearly half of our REF 21 submission achieved a 4* rating, underscoring our commitment to excellence in research and teaching. With an ambitious vision to be globally significant, we strive to lead and innovate, engaging locally, nationally, and internationally in the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
We are now seeking an exceptional Director of Strategic Planning and Governance to join our leadership team during a transformative period as we welcome a new Vice-Chancellor in 2025. Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive (Operations) and working closely with the University’s executive, the Director will oversee three critical units—strategic planning, governance, and strategic projects—and will play a pivotal role in seamlessly integrating these functions to elevate the University’s performance.
Lancaster is in an era of transformation and renewal, encompassing international campus expansion, engagement in major regional partnerships supporting economic growth, and a once-in-a-generation curriculum review. With the current strategic plan guiding us through 2026, the Director will work alongside senior leadership to shape the future direction of the University.

Our ideal candidate is a visionary leader with outstanding interpersonal skills and a proven track record of influencing and collaborating with high-calibre, intellectually driven colleagues. While experience in higher education is advantageous, we welcome candidates from related sectors who demonstrate the ability to build robust, influential relationships with senior management and non-executive boards.

At this exciting time for Lancaster and the higher education sector globally, the Director of Strategic Planning and Governance will be instrumental in driving our mission to serve our students and international community with innovation, foresight, and a commitment to excellence. 
Join us to shape the future of a globally engaged, forward-thinking institution. To find out more please visit www.andersonquigley.com/lancaster-spg.

The closing date for applications is noon on Friday 29th November 2024. 

We warmly welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of their age, religion, gender identity or expression, race, disability or sexual orientation, and are committed to promoting diversity, and equality of opportunity. 


Lancaster University

China, Suzhou

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 (36 days)
		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 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. 


Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

Morocco

About UM6P :
Located in the heart of the Kingdom's capital at Technopolis, University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P), is an internationally-oriented higher education institution, which is committed to an educational system based on the highest standards of teaching and research in fields crucial to the sustainable economic development of Morocco and Africa.

About AI Movement : 
Ai movement, the International centre for Artificial Intelligence in Morocco, attached to UM6P, is a center of excellence in Artificial Intelligence, which aims to foster the emergence of Moroccan and African know-how in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science. It is UNESCO’s reference center for artificial intelligence in Africa. Ai movement’s goal is to develop a trustworthy, ethical, responsible and inclusive AI on the African continent.

Profile : Post-doctoral fellow in Artificial Intelligence - Large Language Models and BDI Systems

Ai movement is recruiting a post-doctoral fellow in Artificial Intelligence - Large Language Models and BDI Systems. He/she will work under the supervision of the center's executive president.

Your main tasks :
- Design, develop and apply NLP algorithms in various projects.
- Contribute to the supervision of doctoral students and interns at the center.
- Participate in the training courses organized by the center.
- Work on collaborative projects with companies and external organizations.
- Interact with researchers and engineers from the center and its ecosystem.
- Contribute to the influence of Ai movement's research activities by publishing scientific papers on the center's themes.
- Participate in administrative and management tasks related to research and teaching.

Technical skills required:
- In-depth technical knowledge in AI and Data Science.
- Proven expertise in research and development in the following areas of AI and Data Science : Machine and deep learning, NLP, BDI (Belief-desire-intention) systems, and Large Language Models (LLMs).
- Expertise in design and very good programming skills (Python, Pytorch).
- Excellent command of IT tools and perfect command of AI and Data Science tools.
Profile required:
- PhD in computer science, specializing in AI and Data Science.
- Taste for working in a collaborative environment.
- Good interpersonal skills, rigor, autonomy, organization and writing skills.
- Strong analytical and synthesis skills.
. Sense of public interest.
- Ability to work on several projects as required.
- Ability to work as part of a team, very good oral and written communication skills (in French and English).
Contract: Fixed-term contract, duration: one year
 


Mohammed VI Polytechnic University

United Kingdom, London

About Us

 

King’s College London is an internationally renowned university delivering exceptional education and world-leading research. The university is dedicated to driving positive and sustainable change in society and realising our vision of making the world a better place. The Strategic Vision 2029 looks forward to King’s College London’s 200th anniversary in 2029 and sets out ambitious plans in five key areas: 


	Educating the next generation of change-makers
	Challenging ideas and driving change through research
	Giving back to society through meaningful service
	Working with our local communities in London
	Fostering global citizens with an international perspective 


The Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) is a Faculty of King's College London and the largest academic community in Europe devoted to the study and prevention of mental illness and brain disease.

The School of Mental Health & Psychological Sciences (MHaPS) is one of three schools under the IoPPN, comprised of the four departments of Psychology; Social, Genetic & Developmental Psychiatry (SGDP); Health Service & Population Research; and Biostatistics & Health Informatics. With over 100 Principal Investigators, our research spans development from childhood to old age, encompassing basic research through to the development and implementation of treatments, services and policy.

The Social, Genetic & Developmental Psychiatry (SGDP) Centre is an interdisciplinary research centre investigating the interplay between genetics ('nature') and the environment ('nurture') in psychiatric disorders, neurodevelopmental conditions and individual differences across the lifespan. SGDP scientists lead some of the UK’s foremost longitudinal cohort and twin studies, including TEDS, eRISK, Dunedin and GLAD. Our collaborative research and training spans behavioural, molecular and statistical genetics, experimental psychology and psychiatry, and neuroimaging, marking us as a leader in the field. 

About The Role 

The School of Mental Health & Psychological Sciences (MHAPS) is seeking to appoint a Senior Technician to join our dynamic team to support the Senior Technical Manager, researchers and students within it’s lab environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated, ambitious and experienced individual with a sound understanding of the higher education research laboratory landscape.

The successful candidate will be capable of working autonomously and liaising directly with various stakeholders from Principal Investigators (PI), researchers, students and department/school leadership.

The primary purpose of this role is to support research activities for all research staff and for students within the Social, Genetic & Developmental Psychiatry (SGDP) department.

The post holder will also act as a deputy for the Senior Technical Manager, to whom they will report, and assist them with departmental audits. 

The post holder must be highly organised with a demonstrable ability to plan, prioritise and work to deadlines. The successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail skillset, and should be flexible, proactive and strive for continuous improvement.

This is a full-time post (35 Hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract

This is a fully on-campus role, the successful candidate is expected to be on campus 5 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


	Previous experience of working in a research laboratory and/or HEI environment
	Knowledge of working with Risk Assessment and safe systems of work
	Experience in the writing, assessment and development of health and safety documentation.
	Excellent organisational, communication, interpersonal and administrative skills
	Excellent time management skills with ability to work to deadlines.
	Experience in stock control and management
	Experience in health and safety inspections and auditing
	Good oral and written communication skills and experience in using relevant IT systems


Desirable criteria


	Trained to IOSH/NEBOSH level.
	Knowledge of molecular biology and molecular genetics
	Previous line management experience
	A relevant degree or equivalent qualification (eg biology)


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.


King's College London

United Kingdom, Southampton

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented  individual to manage the iSolutions self-service portal, which includes the Knowledge Base and  several self-service forms. This role is crucial in ensuring that staff and students have seamless online access to self-service support materials for all iSolutions systems and services.

About the Role

This role is pivotal in ensuring that our Knowledge Base is comprehensive, user-friendly, and continuously updated. You will have a crucial role in meeting the evolving needs of our university community.

You will be part of a brand-new team and service. We are committed to shaping the delivery of our customer IT support services within an ITIL-based environment using our ServiceNow platform. 

What you’ll do

You will be working closely with Service Owners and Support Teams to maximise the value and use of the Knowledge Base. You will promote its awareness and use and review all associated processes and procedures:

Producing / coordinating the production of new articles and forms 

Keeping the existing articles and forms relevant and up to date 

Continually improving the portal and knowledge service making use of new technologies as they arise 

You will have an active role in making recommendations and implementing the agreed changes.

You will enjoy being an active member of a busy, dynamic and exciting department. You will be committed to keeping extremely high standards and achieving tight deadlines with high levels of stakeholder satisfaction.

What you’ll bring 

Strong skills in identifying, engaging, and managing relationships with various stakeholders.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information and collaborate with diverse teams and customers.

Ability to analyse requirements, identify gaps, and propose effective solutions.

Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently.

Meticulous attention to detail to ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of the Knowledge Base.

Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions to improve processes and services.

Familiarity with digital information services and service management tools.

Knowledge of best practices in service management, including ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) or similar frameworks.

Experience in creating and maintaining comprehensive documentation, including Knowledge Base articles or similar resources.

The University of Southampton is a research-driven institution, home to some of the world’s leading minds, expanding our knowledge and passing it on to future generations. iSolutions is the University’s IT support service whose 230+ staff support the delivery of the University’s research and education activities as well as the usual business operations. We would love you to join us and help change the world for the better.

The University of Southampton promotes a healthy work life balance with generous holiday allowance (20+ days), defined benefit pension, flexi-time and flexible working, generous parental leave and childcare provision. For more information on our benefits, please visit our human resources pages.


Washington State University

Rankings

World University Rankings 2025401-500^th

Arts and Humanities 2024301-400^th

Business and Economics 2024176-200^th

Clinical and Health 2024301-400^th

Computer Science 2024301-400^th

Education 2024251-300^th

Engineering 2024201-250^th

Life Sciences 2024251-300^th

Physical Sciences 2024251-300^th

Psychology 2024151-175^th

Social Sciences 2024301-400^th

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Subjects Taught at Washington State University

Social Sciences301–400^th

Psychology151–175^th

Physical Sciences251–300^th

Life Sciences251–300^th

Engineering201–250^th

Education251–300^th

Computer Science301–400^th

Clinical and Health301–400^th

Arts and Humanities301–400^th

Business and Economics176–200^th

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Arts and Humanities 2024301-400th

Business and Economics 2024176-200th

Clinical and Health 2024301-400th

Computer Science 2024301-400th

Education 2024251-300th

Engineering 2024201-250th

Life Sciences 2024251-300th

Physical Sciences 2024251-300th

Psychology 2024151-175th

Social Sciences 2024301-400th

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Psychology151–175th

Physical Sciences251–300th

Life Sciences251–300th

Engineering201–250th

Education251–300th

Computer Science301–400th

Clinical and Health301–400th

Arts and Humanities301–400th

Business and Economics176–200th

Arts and Humanities 2024301-400^th

Business and Economics 2024176-200^th

Clinical and Health 2024301-400^th

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Education 2024251-300^th

Engineering 2024201-250^th

Life Sciences 2024251-300^th

Physical Sciences 2024251-300^th

Psychology 2024151-175^th

Social Sciences 2024301-400^th

Social Sciences301–400^th

Psychology151–175^th

Physical Sciences251–300^th

Life Sciences251–300^th

Engineering201–250^th

Education251–300^th

Computer Science301–400^th

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