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Hong Kong Baptist U: Research Assistant Professor: East-West Cultural Exchanges (Hong Kong)

“JobResearch Assistant Professor: East-West Cultural Exchanges, Sustainable Global and Local Development, Hong Kong Baptist University, Hong Kong. Deadline: 15 March 2025.

The vision is to inspire students for success and build a better society through engaged social science. Continuing investment in new talent, HKBU is now seeking Research Assistant Professors to contribute to the five Faculty Niche Research Areas. Successful candidates will be housed in one of 12 discipline-based Departments (Chinese Language & Literature; Education & Psychology; English Language & Literature; Geography; Government & International Studies; History; Humanities & Creative Writing; Religion & Philosophy; Social Work; Sociology; Sports & Health Sciences; and Translation, Interpreting & Intercultural Studies) under 4 Academies (Chinese, History, Religion & Philosophy; Language & Culture; Geography, Sociology & International Studies; and Wellness & Human Development).

This research theme investigates the dynamic interactions between East and West, focusing on how cultural exchanges contribute to sustainable development. It explores topics such as cross-cultural dialogue, economic and environmental cooperation, and the role of cultural diplomacy in fostering mutual understanding. The appointees are expected to conduct original research in one or more indicative theme areas and contribute to department-based teaching.

U Detroit Mercy: Executive Director of China Programs (USA/China)

“JobExecutive Director of China Programs, University of Detroit Mercy, Detroit, MI and Hubei, China. Deadline: 16 March 2025.

The Executive Director of China Programs oversees the University of Detroit Mercy’s academic programs with partner institutions in China. The director also negotiates and implements agreements with partner institutions and works to expand programs in those and other Chinese universities. The position reports to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Vice President of Joint Programs and Initiatives will direct this individual.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, among others:

  • Serve as an academic Vice-Dean of the Hubei University of Technology/UDM joint institute, also known as Detroit Green Technology Institute (DGTI).
  • Travel to China regularly, depending on need, for a minimum of 1-2 months, once or twice a year, with opportunities to teach in China.
  • Manage recruitment, hiring, and orientation of instructors for the China programs and work with the Colleges to coordinate teaching assignments.
  • Work closely with the University’s Vice President for Joint Programs and Initiatives.
  • Work with the University’s Vice President for Joint Programs and Initiatives on negotiating and implementing agreements with Chinese universities.
  • Support the success of courses taught for China programs through regular review, support of instructors, and addressing concerns.
  • Develop and distribute a faculty handbook for faculty teaching in the China programs.

NHH: Associate Professor of Intercultural Communication (Norway)

“JobAssociate Professor of Intercultural Communication, NHH: Norwegian School of Economics, Bergen, Norway. Deadline: 20 March 2025.

NHH in Bergen, Norway, invites applicants for a position as Associate Professor (førsteamanuensis) in Intercultural Communication at the Department of Professional and Intercultural Communication. The position requires a PhD in intercultural communication, business communication or linguistics with a track record of research within communication in the workplace.

The department’s research and education profiles reflect NHH’s objectives and are focused on modern professional communication in a broad sense within NHH’s subject areas. The department has an active research environment in professional and intercultural communication, and its research profile encompasses terminology, corpora and language resources, specialised translation, intercultural communication and discourse analysis. For further information about the department, please visit our website.

 

Fulbright Commission: Executive Director for Czech Republic

“JobExecutive Director for the Czec h Republic, Fulbright Commission for Educational Exchange, Prague, Czech Republic. Deadline: 1 April 2025.

The J. W. Fulbright Commission for Educational Exchange in the Czech Republic is a binational organization whose mission is to promote mutual understanding by fostering educational and research collaboration between the Czech Republic and the United States. The Commission is a contributory organization of the Czech Ministry of Education, Youth, and Sports, and administers the Fulbright Program on behalf of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State, facilitating academic and cultural exchange between the two nations. To sustain and advance the success of the Fulbright Program in the Czech Republic, the Commission invites applications for the position of Executive Director.

 

CUHK: Faculty Position, Institute for International Affairs (China)

“JobFaculty position (Senior Research Fellow/Research Fellow/Associate Research Fellow/Assistant Research Fellow/Postdoc/Visiting Scholar), Institute for International Affairs, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, China. Deadline: 28 March 2025.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Paying close attention to the development of contemporary China and conduct in-depth academic and policy research on international relations, economics, politics, public policy, global affairs, global politics, economics or related issues;

  • Participating in the strategic consulting of think tanks, provide decision-making consulting services for government departments, and write government policy reports;

  • Independently undertaking key project work in relevant professional fields and writing relevant reports or papers;

  • Participating in or leading related activities of the Institute, including academic forums, round table discussions and public lectures;

  • Participating in the exchange and cooperation between the Institute and other research institutions around the world, and completing the special construction work of the Institute and other work related to the Institute.

Coastal Carolina U: Visiting Assistant Professor of Communication (USA)

“JobVisiting Assistant Professor in Communication, Coastal Carolina University, Conway, SC, USA. Deadline: open until filled; posted 3 February 2025.

Coastal Carolina University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Communication, or related fields, to begin in August 2025 with the possibility of renewal for up to two years. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Communication, Journalism, Mass Communication, or a closely related discipline. ABD candidates with a clear plan for degree completion prior to May 31, 2026, may be considered. The teaching load is three courses per academic semester and may include face-to-face, hybrid, or distance learning deliveries. They are seeking excellent teacher-scholars who have the ability to teach the department’s foundation courses, including communication theory and communication research. Faculty will also teach courses in their area of expertise. Preference will be given to those whose area of expertise is in Film Studies, Film Production, Social Media, or Intercultural Communication. Faculty are expected to provide high-quality instruction, mentor students, and provide service to the Department, College, and University when appropriate. Visiting faculty are encouraged to maintain an active research agenda.

 

Catawba College: Director of International Studies (USA)

“JobDirector of International Studies, Catawba College, Salisbury, NC, USA. Deadline: 22 April 2025.

The Director of the Glenn and Addie Ketner Center for International Studies provides strategic guidance and expertise to advance Catawba College’s commitment to global education. This position plays a key role in shaping and expanding the College’s portfolio of international study opportunities while ensuring comprehensive, equity-minded support for international students on campus.

The Director oversees the design and delivery of academically rigorous and culturally immersive international programs, including short-term faculty-led trips, semester-long exchanges, and language immersion opportunities. The Director also collaborates closely with faculty, staff, and external partners to ensure that international education initiatives align with Catawba’s mission of holistic student development and academic excellence.

By developing innovative programs and creating a welcoming, supportive environment for international students, the Director fosters global citizenship and prepares all Catawba students to thrive in an interconnected world.

U College Dublin: Ad Astra Fellow – Lecturer / Assistant Professor in International Law & Global Justice (Ireland)

“JobAd Astra Fellow – Lecturer / Assistant Professor in International Law and Global Justice, University College Dublin, Ireland. Deadline: 21 February 2025.

The UCD Sutherland School of Law wishes to appoint an Ad Astra Fellow in International Law and Global Justice (ILGJ). The Fellow will have demonstrated expertise in public international law and diverse global justice theories. The post holder will contribute to team teaching across public international law subjects, as well as developing theoretically-informed courses in their field of expertise in ILGJ. The post holder’s own specialist subfield should complement and expand the School’s teaching and research in international law. The Fellow’s research agenda should align with advancing sustainability and equity through critical and interdisciplinary inquiry into contemporary global justice challenges. Expertise on international criminal justice, climate justice, border justice, racial justice or any other cognate field is welcome.

The Fellow’s role also involves developing academic community and convening. The Fellow will be supported to expand engagement across schools in UCD, as well as with key external stakeholders in ILGJ. The Fellow’s role will include supporting the development of UCD as a centre of excellence for International Law and Global Justice, with a convening and policy engagement role.

U Plymouth: Head of International Student Recruitment (UK)

“JobHead of International Student Recruitment, University of Plymouth, UK. Deadline: 20 February 2025.

In this role, you will lead the International Student Recruitment team, which is part of the wider Plymouth Global Directorate. This includes International Student Recruitment, International Partnerships, Global Opportunities, and Enquiries and Admissions Services. As a member of the directorate’s Senior Management team, you will play a vital role in leading a highly experienced team from diverse backgrounds around the globe. You will also oversee talented colleagues in the International Marketing and Agent Management teams.

Ulster U: Research Associate for Youth Impact (UK)

“JobResearch Associate for Youth Impact, Ulster University, Northern Ireland, UK. Deadline: 9 February 2025.

The Youth Impact project is supported by the PEACEPLUS Programme, managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB). The Youth Impact Partnership is to provide a quality assurance and impact support role for the work and workers in the 3.2 PEACEPLUS Youth Programme (PPYP), delivering peace-building programmes for young people aged 14-24 across Northern Ireland and the border counties of Ireland.

The post holder will collect and analyse qualitative and quantitative data related to the Youth Impact Project and will be responsible for designing, developing, distributing and analysing and writing up research on the effectiveness and impact of the Youth Impact project. They will also be responsible for the development and delivery of accredited training modules for the Youth Impact workers and will support the research team in the preparation of a final report and contribute to the writing and publication of academic papers in peer-reviewed journals.