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Czech Republic, Brno

Department:?Department of Biology?–?Faculty of Medicine
Deadline:?27 Nov 2024
Start date:?December 2024 or upon agreement
Job type:?full-time
Job field:?Science and research

The faculty Bursar of the MU Faculty of Medicine announces a?selection procedure for the position of Postdoc in?The Biology of Primary Cilia Signaling?at the Department of Biology, MED MUNI

Description of the lab

Primary cilia are organelles with important functions in cellular signaling, morphogenesis and homeostasis. Mutations in genes that regulate cilia architecture or function result in disorders called ciliopathies. The ciliopathies comprise developmental syndromes, and also postnatal homeostatic disorders including cancer.?In the research lab of Dr. Michaela Bosakova?we focus on understanding the molecular mechanisms by which cilia are formed and used by protein kinases and signaling pathways (published work). Our ultimate goal is to comprehend the pathogenesis of selected ciliopathies, and contribute to development of their therapies.

The project and responsibilities

The selected applicant will lead a?project that aims to target ciliary signaling in glioblastoma, which is one of the deadliest cancers with very limited treatment options. The approaches used in the project will comprise mainly establishment of primary cultures, CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing, cell and tissue imaging, and cell signaling experiments. Beyond the research tools and technology available in the lab and the hosting department, they will have access to the state-of-the-art instrumentation and services at the MUNI University campus core facilities. They will also participate in projects of other group members, including PhD and master students.

Qualifications:


	PhD degree in the field of cell biology or similar
	Significant, published experience with primary cilia research and/or cell signaling
	Hands-on experience with CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing is a?great advantage
	Ability to work independently allied with a?strong team spirit, scientific creativity, and motivation
	Good communication in English


We offer:


	Full-time, fully-funded position for 3 years (with a?possibility of extension)
	Gross monthly salary of?50,000-75,000 CZK?(based on experience)
	Possibility of scientific exchange at the collaborating labs at the University of Virginia, USA; the Cancer Research Institute Oslo, Norway; and Sorbonne Université, France
	International environment of the team and department
	Access to excellent core facilities at the MUNI University campus
	MED MUNI benefits (pension fund contribution, six?weeks of vacation, meal allowance...)


Workplace:?University campus, Department of Biology, Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5,?625?00 Brno, Czech Republic
Start of work:?December 2024 or upon agreement
The deadline to apply is November 27,?2024

How to apply?

Please use the "E-Application" link below. After submitting your application, you will receive an automatic confirmation via email.
For more information about the position, contact Dr. Michaela Bosakova (bosakovam@med.muni.cz).

The applicant shall submit:


	CV, including a?full publication list and e-mail contacts of the PhD supervisor and one more referee
	Motivation letter
	PhD thesis (.pdf file)
	PhD diploma (scan)



Masaryk University

United Kingdom, Southampton

Are you driven to have a positive impact on the challenges and opportunities you see around you?

The University of Southampton is proud to be a Civic University supporting our Central South region.

In its Civic role, the University is dedicated to working with partners to transform the lives of people and their communities across our region. If you are motivated by the opportunity to be part of a small, friendly, action-focused team dedicated to driving the University’s Civic agenda then this could be your dream job.

?Civic University Agreement?

The University of Southampton is proud to have signed a Civic University Agreement with five neighbouring local authorities, Hampshire, Southampton, Test Valley, Eastleigh and Winchester. That sets out a public commitment to collaborate to meet the challenges and seize the opportunities facing our Southern region.

The Civic University of Southampton works in equal partnerships with organisations from the public, private and not-for-profit sectors across our Solent and Hampshire area.

The University is ranked among the top 150 universities in the world in the Times Higher Education international league. According to the 2025 Sunday Times’ Good University Guide, Southampton is among the twenty best universities in the UK and second only to Oxford in the Southeast.

?About the role?

Delivery and transformational impact are hallmarks of our regional civic activity. This role will support civic projects already underway and taking our civic agenda to the next ambitious level.

It is a people-focused role - an exciting opportunity to connect and engage partners inside and outside the University and to devise and deliver projects that step up to the region’s challenges and opportunities. Team working and a collegiate approach is essential.

Allocating and managing resources for projects with transparency and accountability are an important in this position.?

It includes spreading a culture of partner-led civic engagement across the University and producing an ongoing, memorable narrative about our civic impact.

About you?

You will be an excellent networker with the confidence to be an effective ambassador for the University’s civic role. You will be strongly motivated by making a difference and getting things done.

As part of a new and small team you will relish the opportunity to contribute fresh, ?ideas and you will have a track record in managing projects efficiently with some experience of organising events. You will be confident gathering and analysing information from diverse sources and presenting messages with clarity.

Experience and insight into working with industry/business and a diversity of organisations across the public sector will be welcome. ?As will knowledge of and contacts within the Hampshire/Solent region.

?What we can offer you

?We are committed to supporting equality and diversity by attracting and developing staff from many different backgrounds to create an inclusive working environment. We are proud to have been awarded an ?Athena SWAN silver award underpinning our pledge to improve women's equality..

We support a flexible working, as well as additional benefits that will make your life easier, including a corporate health care scheme and generous holiday allowance. We will support your long-term future too, with access to the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS), subsidised health and fitness facilities and a range of discounts.


University of Southampton

Australia, Mount Lawley

WESTERN AUSTRALIAN ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS (WAAPA)
$80,938 to $108,498 pa (ALEVA) or $113,918 to 134,596 pa (ALEVB) PLUS 17% SUPERANNUATION
MOUNT LAWLEY CAMPUS?
ONGOING, FULL-TIME

We are seeking a passionate, collaborative, creative and experienced theatre artist to take on the exciting role of Lecturer (Aboriginal Performance). As a leader of WAAPA’s renowned Aboriginal Performance program, you will have the opportunity to shape the next wave of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander storytellers and performers.

This opportunity is offered in accordance with section 50(d) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) and the occupant of this position must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.

Overview

The Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) is recognised as one of the world’s top performing arts institutions, offering an extensive range of training across dance, acting, music theatre, production and design, and music. Exciting changes are ahead for WAAPA, as we prepare to relocate in 2026 to a brand-new, state-of-the-art campus in the heart of Perth. This world-class facility will feature cutting-edge resources, including a dedicated studio for Aboriginal Performance, providing an exceptional environment to inspire, create, and innovate like never before.

WAAPA’s renowned Aboriginal Performance program has been shaping the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students for over 20 years. This one-year, full-time VET Certificate IV in ‘Aboriginal Performance’ attracts aspiring performers from across Australia, offering a culturally vibrant and supportive environment.

Graduates of this program have forged successful careers in theatre, film, and television as actors, writers, and directors, with many securing spots in prestigious Bachelor programs at WAAPA, NIDA, and VCA. The course is open to students of all ages and experience levels, helping them develop their skills and unlock their creative potential.

The Role

In this role, you will bring your skills and experience in teaching acting to guide students through a comprehensive training program that prepares them for theatre and screen work. You’ll direct both in-class projects and public productions, providing hands-on, real-world experience. Your expertise in the performing arts industry will ensure that the course reflects best practices, while your ability to work with diverse age groups and experience levels will be key to fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Key Criteria


	A completed Certificate IV in Training & Assessment or the ability to complete the Certificate IV in Training & Assessment by January 2025. Other relevant tertiary qualifications are beneficial but not required.
	A proven track-record as a teacher or actor-trainer in a formal educational setting.
	Demonstrated capacity to develop, coordinate and review teaching curriculum in acting and performance at a tertiary level in relation to VET best practice.
	Demonstrated experience in working efficiently and confidently with teaching-related administration such as curriculum documentation, Canvas or similar learning and teaching technology, assessment management, or producing creative projects with young artists.
	Evidenced experience as a practitioner in the local or national industry.
	Demonstrated capacity to engage with the performing arts sector locally and nationally to enhance the quality of the student experience.
	Demonstrated ability to draw on lived experience as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person to enrich curriculum and engage meaningfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, ensuring culturally respectful and authentic contributions to teaching and learning.
	Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion.


Benefits & Remuneration

This full time, ongoing position attracts a remuneration of $80,938 to $108,498 pa (ALEVA) or $113,918 to $134,596pa (ALEVB) plus 17% superannuation. Paid Cultural and Ceremonial Leave.


	ECU has a supportive and vibrant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network
	Supportive work/life balance including ability to negotiate flexible working arrangements
	WAAPA has an Equity, Inclusion and Opportunity working group dedicated to ongoing improvement in inclusive practice at the institution.
	WAAPA’s anti-racism statement is available?here.
	Award-winning Health and Wellness Program, with an extensive range of staff benefits


For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our website?Employment Opportunities Overview.

Contact?

Interest applicants are welcome to contact Laura Clarke (Operations Manager) on?l.clarke@ecu.edu.au

How to Apply

Please upload your CV along with a statement (maximum 3 pages) addressing how you meet the Key Criteria (listed above).

Closing Date

Applications close on?Sunday, 15 December 2024 at 11:30pm AWST.

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Edith Cowan University

Ireland, Maynooth

Department:?Library
Vacancy ID:?031521
Closing Date:?20-Nov-2024

We are seeking a committed, proactive person to support the work of the Library in the General Collections and Finance section,?with particular responsibility for the day-to-day maintenance of the Library’s electronic resources.

Library Assistant (2024) Salary Scale:?€29,263 – €48,035 p.a. (16 points)?

Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions.

Closing Date:

23:30hrs (local Irish time) on?Wednesday,? 20th November 2024??

Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system.

Late applications will not be accepted.

Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer

The position is subject to the Statutes of the University


Maynooth University

An opening is available for an experienced manager to oversee the operation of the 榴莲视频lessness Community of Practice, within the Centre for 榴莲视频lessness Research and Practice in the School of Psychology. The successful candidate will have excellent project management skills, as well as an understanding of multiple exclusion and skills in identifying relevant grant funding. Interpersonal skills are essential, as are skills in managing people.?

Potential applicants who would like to discuss the post are welcome to contact Dr Stephanie Barker (S.L.Barker@soton.ac.uk) or Prof. Nick Maguire (nm10@soton.ac.uk)

The position will be available to start from November 2024.

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