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United Kingdom, Southampton

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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University of Southampton

Canada, Bristol

Job number: SUPP111812

Salary: ?101,562 - ?132,835

The role

We’re looking for a new Executive Director for Research and Innovation - a key strategic leadership role within the Division of Research, Enterprise and Innovation. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and Registrar, you will guide the research and innovation strategy to enhance our institution’s reputation and impact, cementing us firmly into the world’s top 50 research-intensive universities. As a critical member of our Professional Services Leadership group, you’ll collaborate closely with senior academic and administrative leaders, shaping a unified and ambitious approach to research excellence.

What will you be doing?

In this role, you will:


	Lead the university’s initiatives to scale, innovate, and improve research quality and outcomes, aligning with strategic UK and global societal goals.
	Foster a collaborative culture across faculties, promoting shared goals and breaking down barriers to effective strategic delivery.
	Oversee and continuously improve the activities of the Research, Enterprise, and Innovation Division, creating impactful programs and partnerships.
	Drive the sustainable growth of research, including securing funding, enhancing knowledge exchange, and expanding enterprise initiatives.
	Represent the university externally to stakeholders and policymakers, both nationally and internationally, as a champion of our research impact.
	Guide the strategic development and financial planning of the division, ensuring resources are effectively managed to maximize outcomes.
	Lead a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the team, ensuring high standards and staff wellbeing.


You should apply if

To excel in this role, you will bring:


	A professional qualification or relevant degree with extensive senior experience in research, innovation, or enterprise leadership.
	Expertise in managing complex, cross-functional operations within the higher education research environment.
	Proven people and change management skills, with a talent for motivating and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
	Strong strategic thinking abilities, with a track record of developing and implementing impactful, forward-thinking initiatives.
	Financial acumen and experience managing significant budgets to support strategic goals.
	Insight into national and international research landscapes and trends, with a vision for how to leverage these for institutional success.
	Excellent interpersonal and networking skills, enabling effective relationships with senior leaders, policymakers, and other key stakeholders.


This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of research and innovation within a world-class institution. If you’re a visionary leader ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Additional information

The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Wednesday 13 November.

To apply, please submit a comprehensive CV along with a covering letter setting out your interest in the role and how you meet the required criteria.

Informal enquiries about the role should be directed to Liam Taylor, Head of Resourcing (liam.taylor@bristol.ac.uk).

Please note that interviews are anticipated to take place week commencing 2nd December.

Should you require an alternative method for application due to disability, please request this at uobrecruitment-adjustments@bristol.ac.uk


University of Bristol

Australia, Armidale

School of Psychology


	Fixed-term to 28/09/2029, full-time (part time considered). Current UNE Staff: In taking up this appointment, please be aware your current fixed term or permanent role will cease the day prior to you taking this position
	$75,817 to $102,412 per annum (Level A)
	Plus 17% employer superannuation
	Salary packaging options are available
	4 weeks annual leave plus Christmas week shutdown, per annum
	Available for remote, flexible, work from home or hybrid
	Applicants must have appropriate Australian work rights for the duration of this position (UNE will not provide sponsorship for this position)


Acknowledgement of Country

The University of New England (UNE) is a regionally based, globally networked university renowned for the quality of its student experience and the excellence of its research specialisations. In addition, UNE pioneered teaching to external students making it the most experienced provider of distance and innovative online education.

UNE emphasises its people, staff and students' growth and development. We aspire to be a leader in innovation and change and a centre for the Armidale and the North-West communities.

Equity, diversity and inclusion are central to the core values of UNE and we are committed to engaging, supporting and growing a richly diverse workforce. From the Oorala Aboriginal Centre at the heart of our campus, to the inclusive organisations such as the UNE Ally Network, the UNE Women’s Society, and the many international cultural groups - all will feel valued and respected at UNE.

You will embody the UNE values and strive to be Open, Enquiring, Exceptional and Making a Difference. Additionally, you will be committed to achieving the goals embedded in the Future Fit Strategic Plan Future Fit 2021-2030: Personalised Learning Journeys, Empowering Communities, and Building Resilience.

About the role

As a Research Fellow you will be part of an international interdisciplinary and multi-institutional research team in the area of One Health. You will be part of a multi-state research project implementing community-based mental wellbeing and disaster preparedness programs in natural hazard-prone rural communities across NSW, SA and WA. The project will also assess longer-term mental health outcomes of rural Australians. This project will critically contribute to rural health, disaster preparedness, and protecting mental health and wellbeing in the face of climate change. Your role will include supporting the establishment and implementation of the research project, overseeing data collection, contributing to quantitative, qualitative and/or longitudinal data analysis, and preparation of publications, reports and conference presentations. You will work independently under guidance of the chief investigator team, and in collaboration with the trial coordinator and research assistants, and help to supervise postgraduate or Honours students.

???????About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:


	A PhD or extensive research experience in psychology or health
	An emerging track record and demonstrated skills in related research
	Excellent organisation and interpersonal skills
	An enthusiasm to work in a team environment?
	Knowledge of OneHealth, mental health, rural health or clinical psychology or experience in clinical trials
	Willingness to engage with community groups and stakeholders to achieve research objectives


About the School

The School of Psychology at UNE is a leading provider of psychology education and training and the university of choice for students who wish to work in rural and regional Australia. We produce well?above world standard research?and provide cutting edge training in psychology science and professional and clinical practice.

???????The School of Psychology currently has an exciting opportunity for a research fellow within the new One Health research pillar. The School of Psychology at UNE is rated at well above world standard for research across topic areas, with key research streams including Environmental Psychology, and Psychosocial Health and Wellbeing in Rural Communities.

The Psychosocial Health and Wellbeing Research Group comprises academics with a particular focus on understanding the mental health of those living in rural populations, including in response to natural disasters such as drought and fires which particularly impact rural communities. The Environmental Psychology and Climate Change Research Group comprises academic staff and students who are interested in how psychological principles can be applied to understand and help solve problems related to environmental sustainability and helping individuals and communities adapt to climate change. Projects examine the impacts of climate change and resultant natural hazards such as fire, flood, cyclones and drought on health and wellbeing. Research projects also focus on how to build resilient individuals and communities, including through interventions to support the well-being of those affected by natural hazards and climate anxiety.

Enquiries and additional information

To discuss this role please contact A/Prof Suzie Cosh, Project lead, phone: (02) 6773 2073, email: scosh@une.edu.au.

Closing Date:?11:59 pm, Sunday 24 November 2024

Reference No:?224183

Please visit?www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une to view the position statement for this role and to view other career opportunities at UNE.

To Apply

Submit your application through www.une.edu.au/jobs-at-une and refer to vacancy ref 224183.

Your application should be comprised of:


	Covering letter;
	Responses to selection criteria (refer to the position statement);
	Current CV;?


???????Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity

UNE is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and LGBTQIA+ people.

???????About Our Process

At UNE, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of this role and align with our values. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencing in this role as indicated in the position statement. Please visit our Privacy Statement to understand how your information is collected, stored, accessed and used.

National Police Check 

If you are the successful candidate for this role you will be required to provide UNE with a National Police Check prior to your commencement. Please note that people with criminal records are NOT automatically barred from applying for this position (unless there is a particular requirement under law).


University of New England

Gross monthly salary of 50,000-75,000 CZK (based on experience)

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

Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov

39 Faculty of Computer Science
Startdate:?01.02.2025?|?Working hours:?40?|?Collective bargaining agreement:?§48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)
Limited until:?permanent
Reference no.:?3202

In case of positive evaluation at the end of the fixed-term period of 4 years, the position will be changed to a permanet position.?

Do you enjoy working with young people, are you curious, and do you want to pass on your knowledge?? As a Senior Lecturer, you play a crucial role in educating students.?In addition to providing a solid academic education, we also place a special emphasis on the personal development of students.?We support students in developing curiosity and critical thinking, thereby creating a solid foundation for the professional challenges of the next generation.

The Faculty of Computer Science at the University of Vienna is an innovative and future-orientated faculty. Based on a strong disciplinary core, the broad range of subjects at the University of Vienna opens up many opportunities for modern computer science, which is increasingly entering application areas at the interfaces to the natural sciences, economics, medicine, social sciences and humanities.

Your workplace:

As a Senior Lecturer, you will be employed in the area of IT systems engineering fundamentals. You will primarily design and lead introductory and in-depth courses on topics such as modelling methods, information systems engineering, databases, operating systems and the associated technical foundations of computer science. You will develop the courses you supervise in line with the current state of research and harmonise the content with the other courses in the curriculum. You will organise the courses according to modern didactic principles, help to determine the requirements for the necessary technical infrastructure and coordinate these with the relevant departments.

The position can also be filled on a part-time basis (20 hours/week).

The employment level of 40 hours/week includes an average teaching commitment of 14 semester hours per week of academic teaching, with an employment level of 20 hours/week an average of 7 semester hours per week of academic teaching.

Your future tasks:

You actively participate in scientific teaching, research & administration, which means:


	You will teach courses at Bachelor's and Master's level independently or together with other lecturers
	You will make an active contribution to the (further) development of course and examination formats
	We expect from you the ongoing reception of the current state of science as well as continuing didactic training. Research activities are welcome, but not mandatory.
	In addition, the assumption of administrative tasks, especially in the administration of teaching, is part of the job profile.


What we expect:

We are looking for people who see university teaching as an interesting and challenging career field. Requirements for application are:?


	Completed doctorate in the field of computer science/business informatics
	Broad basic education in computer science (e.g. Master's degree in computer science or equivalent)
	Several years of independent teaching experience at a post-secondary educational institution
	Enthusiasm for the transfer of knowledge and for university teaching
	Excellent language skills in German and English (written and spoken) or willingness to quickly acquire excellent German skills if excellent English skills are available
	Practical (professional) experience in software development or software engineering


What we offer:

Inspiring working atmosphere:?You are a part of an international academic team with excellent research infrastructure, dedicated colleagues and students who want to learn from you.

Good public transport connections:?Your workplace in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport.

Internal further training & Coaching:?Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge.

Fair salary:?The basic salary of EUR 4,752,8 (on a fulltime basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.

Equal opportunities for all:?We welcome every additional/new personality to the team!

It is that easy to apply:


	CV and certificates
	Certificates, course evaluation results if applicable
	Letter of motivation (max. 2 pages)
	Submission of a general didactic teaching concept (max. 2 pages)
	List of courses taught
	List of publications and list of any research projects carried out or involvement in research/software development projects
	Via our job portal / Apply now - button


If you have any questions, please contact:

Martin Polaschek??

martin.polaschek@univie.ac.at

We look forward to new personalities in our team!?
The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the?advancement of women?and?diversity. We lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

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?Application deadline:?11/14/2024?

(Senior) Lecturer & Researcher
