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We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our team in an exciting project focused on drought monitoring and forecasting. This position?is?in?The Center for Remote Sensing Applications (CRSA) of the College of Agriculture and Environmental sciences (CAES) at the University Mohammed VI Polytechnic. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work at the intersection of remote sensing, climate science, and data analytics, contributing to the development of innovative solutions to mitigate the impact of drought on agriculture and water resources.

The successful candidate will lead research efforts aimed at improving the monitoring, prediction, and management of droughts. The focus will be on developing methodologies that combine remote sensing data (satellite and drone) with climate models, machine learning algorithms, and hydrological models to forecast drought events and assess their impacts on ecosystems and agriculture.

Responsibilities


	Conduct research on drought detection and prediction using earth observation data, climate models, and ground-based observations.
	Develop algorithms and workflows for near real-time drought monitoring and early warning systems.
	Integrate data from multiple sources (e.g., precipitation, temperature, soil moisture, vegetation indices) to assess drought severity and its spatial and temporal evolution.
	Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams working on climate resilience, hydrology, and agricultural sustainability.
	Publish research findings in high-impact scientific journals and present at international conferences.
	Contribute to the development of decision support tools for drought management.


Qualifications


	PhD in remote sensing, climatology, data science, hydrology, environmental science, or a related field.
	Strong background in remote sensing and experience with satellite data, especially in agricultural and hydrological applications.
	Expertise in climate modeling, data assimilation techniques, and machine learning applications for environmental monitoring.
	Proven track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
	Programming skills (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB) and experience with GIS and remote sensing software (e.g., Google Earth Engine, ArcGIS).
	Strong analytical, communication, and writing skills.


Preferred Skills


	Good programming skills are mandatory.
	Experience with crop modeling and the impact of climate variability on agriculture.
	Familiarity with drought indices such as SPI, SPEI, or SMI, and knowledge of water resource management.
	Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
	Strong knowledge of remote sensing and satellite data processing.
	Expertise in geospatial analysis (using software like ArcGIS, QGIS, Python, or MATLAB).
	Familiarity with cloud computing platforms for EO data analysis (e.g., Google Earth Engine, AWS).


How to apply 

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:


	A cover letter describing research experience and interest in the position.
	A CV, including a list of publications.
	Research proposal for the subject (3 pages max)
	Contact information for three academic references.


Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.


Mohammed VI Polytechnic University

United Kingdom, London

Location
Docklands Campus

Salary
?71,915 to ?89,701 per annum inclusive of London Weighting

Post Type
Full Time

Post Type
Permanent

Closing Date
Friday 17 January 2025

Interview Date
To be confirmed

Reference
3125-24-MS

University of East London

Founded in 1898, we at the University of East London (UEL) are proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future.

But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo.

About Us

The Financial Management team comprises business partnering and financial planning & analysis and provides strategically focused support to leadership teams and forges strong relationships with stakeholders to enable expert advice, critical challenge, and timely decision support to enable the best financial performance.

About the Job

This role is one of the senior leadership posts in Finance and leads the Financial Management team, providing leadership across finance, and supporting and in wider strategic initiatives.


	To lead and manage the work and development of the business partnering function in effectively supporting budget holders and the wider business in understanding and managing financial performance, including capital programmes.
	To lead and manage the work and development of the financial planning & analysis team in supporting executive management and other stakeholders in understanding the drivers of financial results and their impact on in-year and medium-term financial performance of the organisation as a whole.
	To contribute to the delivery of strategic and operational plans which support the delivery of year-on-year improvements in operational efficiency, focus based outcomes and financial performance against constrained budgets.
	To ensure delivery of accurate and timely statutory and regulatory returns including appropriate messaging and maximal impact.


About You

You will be experienced:


	Leading financial systems and business process development to enhance financial efficiency and effectiveness within and beyond Finance
	Managing budgets in a large, complex organisation
	Introducing and developing business processes, systems, and structures in order to improve organisational performance
	Providing guidance / information to assist with decision making, anticipating and highlighting financial performance drivers and options that may need to be considered
	Planning, prioritising and organising the work of self and others, delivering to stated deadlines and ensuring the most effective use of resources?
	Financially astute, articulate, technically strong, insightful and influential, with the ability to operate at both strategic and operational level
	Ability to communicate confidently and clearly with a wide range of people at all levels internally and externally both orally and in writing. This includes writing reports, giving presentations and interpreting financial and business data for audiences without a finance background
	Ability to work unsupervised prioritising own workload and that of others in order to address important issues and meet deadlines
	Excellent analytical skills with a logical and structured approach to completion of tasks and a proactive approach to problem solving
	Conflict resolution skills and ability to handle high levels of pressure and critical decision making.
	Relationship building across an organisation and beyond to promote knowledge sharing and professional development
	Strong customer focus particularly in relation to developing and maintaining suitable financial services for budget holders and other stakeholders
	Willingness and determination to lead, develop and motivate the teams within Financial Management
	Commitment to, and understanding of, equality and diversity issues within a diverse and multicultural environment


Desirable


	Providing technical and professional financial support in a Higher Education institution
	Developing business plans and providing financial support for large capital projects and/or new business ventures
	Producing high standard written reports at board or governance committee level
	Prior experience of Agresso accounting software


Benefits Package

Here at UEL we understand it’s about more than just a salary. It’s about the entire package on offer along with our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We know the market rates for this vacancy and will offer a genuinely competitive salary DOE.

We care deeply about your wellbeing and our benefits includes: 20% pension (4% from you, 16% from us), 25 days holiday (plus 3 days over Christmas) plus bank holidays, hybrid working for most positions, and we’re always open to consider flexible working arrangements. We have a, subsidised gym membership, 3 times base salary life assurance, a cashback healthcare scheme and wide variety of other generous benefits including discounts on: Apple and Samsung products, holidays, clothing, fitness, lifestyle, dining out and weekly shopping.

Equal Opportunities

UEL is an inclusive equal opportunities employer and are proud of our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity achievements, including: zero gender pay gap, members of Stonewall and have won Athena Swan awards. We expect all employees of UEL to accept our EDI policy and will not tolerate discrimination in any form.

So, if you’d like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and committed to success, we want you to apply today! To ask further questions about the role contact Ronke Onalaja ?r.onalaja@uel.ac.uk?or the TA Team on 020 8223 2013.

Further Details

Job Description & Person Specification

To contact the recruitment team please phone?+44 20 8223 3000?x 4600 or e-mail?hrhub@uel.ac.uk

CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted.

At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive.


University of East London

Australia, Parkville

Position Number:?0064535
Location:?Parkville
Role type:?Full-time; Fixed-term?until 31 December 2025
Faculty:?Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School:?Melbourne School of Population and Global Health
Salary:?Academic A – $83,468 – $113,262 p.a. (pro rata) plus 17% super


	Contribute to an exciting NHMRC funded research project, working with Emeritus Professor Anthony Jorm
	Develop your research skills and assist on systematic reviews and meta-analysis activities
	Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!


About the Role

This is a research assistant position to work with Emeritus Professor Anthony Jorm on research funded by his NHMRC Investigator Grant. The work includes projects to optimise how scientists and science-informed professionals come to a consensus and to investigate how nations can improve their population’s mental health.

Your responsibilities will include:


	Assisting with a systematic review and meta-analysis of studies on group decision making
	Assisting in running a Delphi study on how scientists and science-informed professionals can work together to come to an optimal consensus
	Assisting with writing articles and ethics applications


Who We Are Looking For

Our ideal candidate will have advanced expertise in statistical data analysis and proficiency in tools like SPSS and Stata. They should have strong written and verbal communication skills which will enable them to present complex information clearly and effectively.

The ideal candidate will be adept at working both independently and collaboratively, contributing to team success while ensuring project goals are met within agreed deadlines. Your combination of technical expertise and teamwork ensures high-quality outcomes in research and analysis projects.

You will also have:


	An Honours or higher degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. quantitative health, psychological or social science)
	An ability to work as a part of a high performing team
	experience with systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and the Delphi expert consensus method (desirable)


For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University.?In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your New Team – Melbourne School of Population and Global Health

https://mspgh.unimelb.edu.au/

The Melbourne School of Population and Global Health (MSPGH) is a respected leader in the field of public health education, research and knowledge exchange.

MSPGH was established in 2001 as the first school of its kind in Australia with a vision to make a difference in the population and public health sphere - building on the substantial assets of our University to advance public health in communities nationally and internationally - with a strong focus on Indigenous peoples.

Since its inception, the School has grown rapidly in size, scope and reputation and has consistently attracted leading academics and researchers who bring globally leading skills, insights and expertise. We continue to attract increasing levels of competitive funding from governments and from a range of renowned philanthropic organisations and individuals.

What We Offer You!

In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out?our benefits?page!

About the University of Melbourne

We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via?our website?and stay connected with our stories and people on?LinkedIn.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity.? First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit?our Diversity and Inclusion?page.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

Join Us!

If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:?


	Resume
	Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
	The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)


^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to?http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria

Please ensure that you apply through the?Apply Now?button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Nick Petersen via email at?hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject.?Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Applications close:?Tuesday 7 January?2025 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.

Position Description:??Jorm Investigator Grant Research Assistant_PD.pdf

Applications close:?07 Jan 2025 11:55 PM?AUS Eastern Daylight Time


The University of Melbourne

India, Delhi

Overview

The University of Southampton, in partnership with Oxford International Education Group (OIEG), is launching its first international campus in India, located in Gurgaon, Delhi. This initiative is a response to India's New Education Policy and represents a significant investment in transnational education. The new campus aims to provide Indian students with the opportunity to earn a globally recognised degree without leaving the country.

Job purpose

The role holder’s contribution will be central to delivery and support of teaching, learning and assessment, across Finance and Accounting for the University of Southampton Delhi.

The role holder will teach at undergraduate and postgraduate level and engage in other necessary educational activities to ensure successful delivery of degree programmes. Once teaching activities are embedded and successful the role holder will undertake research and knowledge exchange in line with the campus’s research strategy.

The role holder will undertake leadership, management and engagement activities and will demonstrate collegiality by ensuring ‘Southampton Behaviours’ are embedded within their ways or working.

They will be committed to high-quality education and support of learning and to building a vibrant student experience and community. Visible and collegiate, the role holder will be expected to contribute to all aspects of the campus’s activities including student recruitment and outreach.

For further details and how to apply click?here.


University of Southampton

Singapore

FACULTY OPENINGS AT THE SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is Singapore’s first University of Applied Learning, offering industry-relevant degree programmes that prepare its graduates to be work- and future-ready professionals. Its mission is to maximise the potential of its learners and to innovate with industry, through an integrated applied learning and research approach, so as to contribute to the economy and society.

The university’s unique pedagogy integrates work and study, embracing authentic learning in a real-world environment through collaborations with key strategic partners. Its focus on applied research with business impact is aimed at helping industry innovate and grow. SIT’s centralised campus within the larger Punggol Digital District will feature a vibrant learning environment where academia and industry will be tightly integrated with the community. SIT espouses an applied learning approach and offers degrees with a strong focus on science and technology. Our faculty work closely with industry on translational research and innovation, as well as provide consultancy on solutions to industry challenges. This well-established nexus with industry endows our graduates with deep skills and work-ready training experience – attuning them to the needs and demands of the future economy.

SIT is also establishing strategic live test beds known as ‘Living Labs’ both within and beyond its upcoming Punggol campus to support greater experiential learning and strengthen its applied research offerings.?The university’s pool of Engineering experts works with multi-disciplinary teams to drive strategic translational research in key areas such as energy resilience, sustainable infrastructure engineering and maintenance, and maritime engineering.

As a young university, we encourage innovation and seek the right candidates to join us in realising our vision into an increasingly vibrant reality. We offer competitive remuneration, generous employment benefits, access to funding to undertake research of relevance to industry, and opportunities to inspire and nurture the next generation of skilled and work-ready undergraduates.

For this faculty position, we are looking for candidates with an engineering background, who have extensive experience in the area of digital supply chain.

Essential


	Academic and/or industrial experience in design and managing digital supply chain solutioning and supply chain management.
	Having a background and interest in one or more fields of digital supply chain, including but not limited to digital supply chain transformation, digital manufacturing, E-procurement, E-commerce, E-logistics.
	Experience and knowledgeable in one or more areas of supply chain operations management, risk management and operations research, such as demand forecasting, inventory control, procurement, manufacturing, distribution, warehouse and transportation simulation, optimization and management.
	Motivated to develop and to teach curriculum in supply chain sustainability.
	Strong demonstration of interest to develop supply chain security, supply chain digital twin, and artificial intelligence solutions through applied research projects.


Desirable


	Good knowledge in digital supply chain-related technologies such as AI, LLMs, Cyber Security, IoT, 3D printing, automation, supply chain security, digital twins, and block chains.
	Hands on experience in commercial digital supply chain solutioning projects with both hardware and software elements.
	Experience in digital supply chain related projects with strong integration of the three pillars, i.e., Digitalization, Resilience and Agility, and Green Supply Chain.
	Preferred to having a PhD in a related technical area.
	Led or involved in strong industry - academia partnership projects.


Successful candidates will join the?Engineering (ENG) Cluster?(one of five academic clusters in SIT), as members of a team of accomplished experts who are passionate about higher education and deeply involved in industry transformation through applied research programmes.

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. All applications must be submitted electronically via?SIT Career Website.


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