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Australia, Darlington


	Full time continuing at Matilda Centre at Usyd Camperdown campus
	Opportunity for a passionate, motivated, and innovative senior leader to join the Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use
	Base Salary $150,628 + 17% superannuation


About the opportunity

The Matilda Centre is seeking a driven senior leader to join the Centre Executive as the Centre Operations Manager. The Operations Manager leads the Centre professional services team providing exceptional operational support services to academic and professional researchers, and plays a key role as a member of the Centre Executive, driving the strategic development of the Matilda Centre and its integration with University and Faculty services, activities, policies and governance.

Reporting to the Head, FMH Centres and Affiliated Institutes, in the Faculty of Medicine and Health, the Matilda Centre Operations manager is a key contributor to the strategic and operational development of FMH Centres, and plays an important role in driving change that has significant impacts on the daily operational and research tasks across FMH Centres. Responsible for Matilda Centre Operations, the Centre Operations Manager works closely with the Matilda Centre Director to deliver the Centre strategy.

Your key responsibilities will be to:


	provide leadership support and strategic advice on the development of the Centre, with consideration of the operational implications of strategic and other initiatives as a key member of the Centre Executive
	ensure the provision of the highest quality research support services across a broad suite of needs, including office management, research administrative support, budget and contract support, and engaging and connecting Centre researchers with University and Faculty processes and support teams
	ensure the operations of the Matilda Centre are undertaken to the highest standards, including operations to University and external policies and governance
	oversight and control of the Centre budget, providing timely and accurate information to the Executive to support budget planning and expenditure decisions
	undertake centre reporting and other activities required by the University Centres policy and Faculty requirements for Centre reporting
	lead and inspire staff, focusing on performance management, professional development, and career growth
	promote workplace safety, ensure legislative compliance, and mitigate risks effectively
	support projects and programs aimed at improving FMH Centre operations, and ensure Centre compliance with Faculty processes and effective engagement with Faculty support teams.


About you


	hold a tertiary qualification or equivalent combination of training and experience
	advanced expertise in strategy formulation, operational management, and decision-making
	proven experience in people management, including staff performance and development.
	demonstrated ability to interpret and apply legislation and policy in an academic context.
	strong capabilities in stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and collaboration.
	advanced skills in planning, project management, and analytical problem-solving
	proven commitment to diversity and inclusive work practices
	extensive broad administrative skills including complex budget and financial management, contracts and agreements, business data collection and reporting, research systems and processes
	extensive broad administrative skills including complex budget and financial management, contracts and agreements, business data collection and reporting, research systems and processes
	Strategic Thinking: Navigate complex landscapes to achieve university objectives
	Leadership: Inspire teams to deliver excellence while fostering a collaborative environment.
	Adaptability: Maintain composure and professionalism in dynamic circumstances
	Digital Proficiency: Leverage technology for operational efficiency
	Research Understanding: Navigate the unique legislative and funding environment of research.


Note:  University Shutdown: The University is closed for its annual seasonal break from Saturday 21 December 2024, returning to regular business operations on Tuesday 7 January 2025. During this period, the entire Recruitment Operations team will not be available to respond to enquiries.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires valid work rights for Australia.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

As this position is located on an NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit:NSW Health employment requirements

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Deepna Chand, Recruitment Operations by email to Deepna.Chand@sydney.edu.au 

Copyright The University of Sydney

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Click to view the Position Description for this role.

Applications Close

Sunday 19 January 2025 11:59 PM


The University of Sydney

United Kingdom, Newcastle upon Tyne

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a ground-breaking project focused on developing sustainable cooling systems, with an emphasis on advancing energy-efficient technologies for air conditioning. As a Senior Postdoctoral Research Fellow, you will play a central role in technology development, project execution, data collection, and analysis, while also providing critical guidance on system design to ensure innovative and practical solutions.

The project aims to address the challenge of improving cooling efficiency for all applications, prioritizing sustainability, and scalability. Your role will involve collaborating with academic and industry partners from both the UK and Pakistan, fostering impactful results and driving advancements in sustainable cooling technologies.

This position offers a unique chance to work at the intersection of cutting-edge research and real-world application, contributing to a high-impact initiative that bridges academia and industry while addressing global environmental challenges.

This role is fixed term for 36 months.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Find out more about Mechanical Engineering at Northumbria University: https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/about-us/academic-departments/mechanical-and-construction-engineering/research/

ABOUT YOU

Further information about the requirements of the role is available in the person specification.

Please contact project lead Dr. Muhammad Wakil Shahzad (muhammad.w.shahzad@northumbria.ac.uk) for additional information and an informal phone conversation.

To apply for this vacancy please click 'Apply Now'. Your application should include a covering letter and a CV.

ABOUT US

Northumbria University is a research-intensive university that unlocks potential for all.  We change lives regionally, nationally, and internationally through education and research, tackling the global challenges of our age to transform society and the economy. Find out why we were named Times Higher Education’s University of the Year in 2022 and Modern University of the Year in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025.

Northumbria recorded the biggest rise of any UK university for research power in the Research Excellence Framework for the second time in 2021 and is now ranked top 25 in the UK for this measure.

One of the largest universities in the UK with over 37,000 students from more than 140 countries, filled with world-leading research, award-winning partnerships, and students at the heart of an outstanding experience. Discover more about us.

Northumbria University is a great place to work. We empower our exceptional people to achieve shared ambitions and promote a positive work life balance. We offer a wide range of benefits including excellent pension schemes, flexible working, a generous holiday entitlement, continued commitment to your learning and development and more.

Our Northumbria Values are guiding principles that define who we are, what we do and what is important to us. Our Values are: Academic Excellence; Innovation; Inclusivity; Collaboration; and Ambition.

Our Behaviours describe how we do things and how we work together at Northumbria, reflecting our culture and our decision-making. Our Behaviours are: We listen and learn, we support one another to success, we respect everyone and their contributions, we trust in ourselves and each other and we are bold.

Our Values and Behaviours were co-created by colleagues from a range of roles across the University, who worked collaboratively to consider what it feels like to work for Northumbria, and where we need to continue to transform together to achieve what’s important to us.

Please visit Our Values and Behaviours page to find out more.

We are an on-campus organisation where colleagues work regular patterns of hours and on campus, with some flexibility on the timing of their hours and the location of their work in discussion with their manager. Our campus locations include our City and Coach Lane Campuses in Newcastle upon Tyne and our London campus.

Northumbria University is committed to creating an inclusive culture where we take pride in, and value, the diversity of our staff. We encourage and welcome applications from all members of the community. The University holds bronze Athena Swan and Race Equality Charter awards in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender and race equality, we are a Disability Confident Leader and are participating in the Stonewall Diversity Champion Programme. We also hold the HR Excellence in Research award for implementing the concordat supporting the career Development of Researchers and are members of the Euraxess initiative to deliver information and support to professional researchers. The University has implemented a range of flexible working arrangements, and we are happy to explore candidate requirements as part of the recruitment process.

We are committed to keeping your data safe so it's important for you to know how we use any personal data you give us. For more detailed information, access our Privacy Policy.


Northumbria University, Newcastle

Australia, Melbourne


	Full-time, 3-year Fixed Term position
	Salary Academic Level A ($77,649 - $105,323) or Level B ($110,868 - $131,659 ) depending on the qualifications and experience + 17% Superannuation 
	Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University


About the Role

This position will be employed as part of the newly awarded ARC Linkage grant, titled "Secure Management of Internet of Things Data for Critical Surveillance," with RMR Process Pty Ltd as the industry partner. This position will primarily be responsible for designing, implementing, and testing sensing, monitoring, and information systems for industry applications. While a PhD degree is not required, this position should have industry experience in integrating sensing, secure networking, data management, and data visualisation systems and a good understanding of industry needs. Extensive publications are not necessary, but a few in reputable venues (e.g., A* conferences/journals) are desirable.

About You

Essential criteria


	Industry Experience: Demonstrated industry experience in managing, building, and testing large-scale distributed computing systems (e.g. Edge, IoT, I4.0), evidenced by involvement in several industry projects.
	Technical Experience:  exposure to Python, JavaScript, Node-Red, Ladder Logic, Structured Text, or equivalent, knowledge of AWS and other cloud technologies, knowledge of PostgreSQL, Grafana, and other database and dashboard systems, knowledge of MQTT, OPC UA and other industrial communication protocols, basic electronics and sensor integration.
	Work Ethic: A strong work ethic with the ability to work independently and as part of a broader team, including collaboration with industrial partners.
	Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills suitable for interacting with higher-degree research candidates, staff, and industry partners, coupled with a strong commitment to teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration.


Desirable criteria


	Research Experience: Proven research experience in sensor networks or I4.0 systems, demonstrated by a few top-tier publications. The candidate should have minimal publications in lower-rate conferences and journals, with preference for A*-rated venues.
	Research Track Record: An emerging track record and recognition for quality research outputs in sensing, information, and data management systems, including developing new research initiatives, securing competitive research funding, and establishing industry links.


Qualifications: An undergraduate/postgraduate in Computer Science/Engineering related field is desirable

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

To Apply

Please submit your CV, cover letter, and separately address the Key Selection Criteria for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link above.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description below or contact Associate Professor Ben Cheng, Manufacturing, Materials and Mechatronics Discipline at ben.cheng@rmit.edu.au

Applications close on Thursday, 9th of January 2025.

Position Description - Research Fellow

Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click 'apply' and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page.

About RMIT University

RMIT is a multi-sector university of technology, design and enterprise with more than 96,000 students and close to 10,000 staff globally. The University's mission is to help shape the world through research, innovation and engagement, and to create transformative experiences for students to prepare them for life and work.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/about

https://www.universitiesaustralia.edu.au/university/rmit-university

Why work at RMIT University

Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. Find out more about working at RMIT University, what we stand for and why we are an Employer of Choice.

We want to attract those who will make a difference. View RMIT's impressive standings in university rankings.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/facts-figures/reputation-and-rankings

Bring Your Whole Self to Work

We are better for our diversity. When we listen to those who are different to us, or challenge us, we grow stronger together. When we feel like we belong, we can achieve so much more. We respect each other, embrace our differences and build a sense of belonging in our team and beyond.

We are proud that our dedication to diversity has been recognised by a broad spectrum of external organisations. Visit our Linkedin Life pages to learn more and see some of our most recent wins.

RMIT has a strong dhumbali (commitment) to the employment, development and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within a culturally safe environment; we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Kassie (Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor), via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.


RMIT University

Singapore

FACULTY POSITIONS (AT ALL LEVELS) IN COMPUTER SCIENCE, COMPUTER ENGINEEERING AND INFORMATION SECURITY 

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. Targeted to be ready in 2024, 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 ICT experts works with multi-disciplinary teams to drive the horizontal tech enablers required to support SIT’s strategic translational research.

As a young university, we encourage innovation and seek the right candidates to join us in realising our vision. 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 graduates. We currently have positions available at all levels, from Lecturer to Full Professor, in the following areas: 


	Information Security: Mobile/distributed systems security, Cyber Physical Systems security, security analytics, digital forensics, vulnerability assessment, malware analysis and defence, Privacy-enhancing technologies, AI security.  
	Computer Science and Software Engineering: SDLC, requirement analysis, design, testing, optimisation, analysis, simulation, database, computer graphics, distributed systems, computer vision, video analytics  
	Emerging Fields: IIoT, computational fintech, robot-human interaction, Trustworthy AI, Explainable AI, Large Language Models, Quantum Computing.  
	We have established research teams in operational cybersecurity, AR/VR/HCI and immersive technologies, future transportation solutions, AI, future communications/5G, BCI and embedded systems. We welcome candidates who can complement or strengthen these areas.


Successful candidates will join the Infocomm Technology (ICT) 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.   

Faculty in the ICT Cluster undertake funded industry-relevant research, teach courses in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Security and Software Engineering, as well as supervise graduate industry masters and doctorate students in relevant topics. They are also provided with paid leave to undertake consultancy work with industry and/or spend time attached with industry. 

We will prioritise collegial and team-spirited candidates with an earned PhD in a related discipline from a reputable university, plus relevant work experience or experience of industry-linked applied research projects.

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. All applications must be submitted electronically via the "Apply Now" button below. 


Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

Finland

Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 13 000 students, 400 professors and close to 4 500 other faculty and staff working on our dynamic campus in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community.

The Aalto University School of Business is the leading business school in Finland. The School belongs to the select group of business schools that have been granted the most important international quality accreditations in its field. It aspires to be among the best business schools in Europe in terms of research excellence, a portfolio of pioneering B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D., and executive education programs, and contributions to society.

The Department of Management Studies invites applications for

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN SUSTAINABILITY IN BUSINESS (2+1 years)

We are now looking a junior academic interested in research and teaching in the domain of sustainable business. The position is within the Organizations and Management discipline in the Department of Management Studies of Aalto University Business School.

About us

The department hosts a strong Sustainability in Business research group. The group is specialized in innovations towards sustainability, including circular economy, governance and institutions, and sustainability transitions. In addition to active publishing, the group is active in collaboration with companies and other stakeholders as well as creating societal impact. The department also has more general research groups on organization and management studies, focusing on diverse topics within organization theory, strategy and organizational behavior. Moreover, the department has a lively, international research community with numerous doctoral students and post-doctoral researchers from several countries. The working language at the department is English.

Department of Management Studies has existing research on organizing for sustainability, sustainability innovation, business models for sustainability and alternative economies. This work offers a basis for rethinking how businesses operate, how new actors and individuals can make contributions to sustainability and how sustainability debates unfold across societies and different global contexts.

The position is related to a new six-year inter-disciplinary project focusing on sustainable freshwater use and water stewardship. The management research in the project will focus broadly on water stewardship activities in multinational value chains as well as collective governance for water security and sustainability. For the applicants, existing research on topics such as environmental sustainability in management studies (esp. relating to water), cross-sector collaboration, legimacy and power, stakeholder theory, and governance of commons are considered as merits. Empirically, the project is primarily focused on qualitative approaches, so methodological skills in qualitative research are essential for the role.

Our expectations

The postdoctoral position is intended to allow the chosen researcher to pursue their own research agenda and to develop personal competencies. We expect the candidate to conduct high quality research and aim to publish in the leading international journals. The position is associated with a low teaching load.

We look for scholars who have completed their Ph.D. within the last four years, or are about to complete it. The Ph.D. is expected to be in a relevant field of study (such as management studies, social sciences, organizations and sustainability), but applicants from other areas may also be considered. The applicants should have demonstrated the ability to teach competently and to publish internationally. The position requires fluent skills in the English language. Finnish and other language skills are a merit.

Postdoctoral researchers are required to be in residence for the duration of the appointment, as we are looking for a member in our lively, welcoming departmental community. The appointment can begin Spring 2025, but the dates of the employment relationship can be negotiated. The position will be two years with a potential extension into a third year.

We offer 


	We offer you a full-time position for 2
	Thriving sustainability research community
	Stimulating research and working environment in one of the leading international universities
	Possibility to pursue cutting-edge research with a wide community of sustainability scholars and opportunities to participate in ground-breaking multi-disciplinary sustainability research.
	Possibility to attend of international academic conferences
	A salary, which will be defined according to Aalto University´s payroll system. As an employer, Aalto University provides excellent learning and development opportunities as well as occupational health care services, versatile exercise services and other employee benefits.


Aalto University also provides health care and retirement benefits. Finland is known for high quality of life, great work-life balance, clean nature, and family-friendly policies such as affordable high-quality daycare and free schools. Helsinki is a vibrant international city with a metropolitan area population of over 1.1 million people.

How to apply

If you want to join our community, please submit your application enclosing all relevant documents through our recruitment system Workday no later than February 16 , 2025 at 23:59 EET (UTC+2). Aalto University’s employees and visitors should apply for the position by using their existing Workday user account. Please see how to do it here.

To apply, please share the following application materials with us in English as a single file in PDF format (‘lastname_firstname_application.pdf’):


	Cover letter
	Curriculum Vitae
	List of publications (with five most significant publications highlighted)
	Names and contact information for two references
	A list of teaching experience
	A research plan for the postdoctoral period (1-2 pages)


Aalto University reserves the right for justified reasons to leave the position open, to extend the application period and to consider candidates who have not submitted applications during the application period.

For more Information

For inquiries about this position, please contact Prof. Samuli Patala (samuli.patala(at)aalto.fi) ). In questions related to the recruitment process, please contact HR Partner Jenna Knuutinen, jenna.knuutinen(at)aalto.fi. Please note that applications will be reviewed only after application time will expire and all candidates will be informed about the following process only after that. Please, do not send any attachments to HR via e-mail, all documents shall be provided through Workday -recruitment tool.

About Finland

Finland is a great place for living, both with or without family: it is a safe, politically stable and well-organized Nordic society which is consistently ranked highly in quality-of-life studies. Helsinki has been praised as one of the world’s most livable cities, e.g. by Monocle Magazine and in the Economist Intelligence Unit livability rankings. The World Happiness Report 2020 ranked Helsinki as the city with the highest well-being in the world. For more information about living in Finland: https://www.aalto.fi/en/services/why-finland

More about Aalto University:

Aalto.fi
youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity
linkedin.com/school/aalto-university/
www.facebook.com/aaltouniversity
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twitter.com/aaltouniversity


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