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ABOUT VINUNIVERSITY

VinUniversity (VinUni: https://vinuni.edu.vn/) is the first private, not-for-profit Vietnamese university established based on international standards. The university integrates the models of excellent international universities with the unique cultural and economic characteristics of Vietnam, to make a breakthrough in Vietnamese higher education and to become a world-class university.

VinUni has strategic collaborations with the world’s leading universities, including Cornell University and the University of Pennsylvania. These universities have become close advisors and crucial enablers in establishing the three colleges at VinUni: College of Business and Management, College of Engineering and Computer Science, and College of Health Sciences. Every aspect of the University: its curricula, research, faculty, student body, facilities, and campus life, is being developed to meet the highest standards set by the world’s leading accrediting and ranking organizations, such as ABET, AACSB, Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) and Times Higher Education (THE).

VinUni’s founding benefactor Vingroup is one of the biggest private conglomerates in Asia with the largest market capitalization value in Vietnam. As a multisector corporation, Vingroup focuses on three main areas: Technology; Industrials; and Property Services. VinUni is proud to be a part of the Vingroup ecosystem, giving its students opportunities to connect with several high quality research institutes (such as VinAI, VinBrain, and Vin BigData), pioneering industrial enterprises (such as VinFast), and leading Vietnamese companies (such as Vinpearl, Vinmec, and Vinhomes).

In October 2024, VinUni has become the youngest and fastest university in the world to achieve QS 5 stars, earning 5 stars in 9 categories: global engagement, good governance, program strength, academic development, teaching, employability, facilities, arts, and social impact.

OPPORTUNITY  

VinUni seeks an entrepreneurial academic leader with rigorous academic credentials in social sciences, computer science, engineering, business  management, or health sciences and with strong administrative leadership background, to serve as the Vice Provost, Academic Affairs (VPAA). The VPAA reports to the Provost and works with other leaders and colleagues across the University to pursue the vision and goals of the university. The VPAA is expected to lead and promote highest quality education, of the University across all its colleges and units.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

VinUniversity is seeking a distinguished academic leader for the role of Associate Vice Provost for Academic Affairs. The Associate Vice Provost for Academic Affairs plays a pivotal role in overseeing the academic portfolio at VinUniversity, including Master’ programs and Executive Education. This role also oversees relationships with industry partners and fundraising efforts for academic initiatives. The Associate Vice Provost will collaborate closely with the Vice Provost and other senior leaders to shape and implement VinUniversity’s academic vision, support faculty development, and uphold the university’s commitment to innovation and excellence in higher education.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Development of New Educational Products: Lead the development of new educational programs, particularly interdisciplinary and international collaborative programs. Spearhead the creation and expansion of executive education and Master programs, responding to evolving market demands and student needs.

2. Industry Relations and Fundraising: Cultivate and manage relationships with businesses, corporations, and key industry stakeholders to strengthen VinUniversity’s position and market visibility. Lead fundraising efforts to secure financial support for academic programs, research initiatives, and institutional growth.

3. Career Counseling and Development: Provide leadership in the development and implementation of career counseling and professional development programs for students. Ensure that students are well-prepared for their careers, connecting them with industry leaders and opportunities for internships, mentorships, and job placements.

4.  Leadership in Academic Policy and Administration: Provide leadership on matters of academic policy and administration and regularly advise the Vice Provost/Provost/President on these matters. Coordinate the academic strategic planning process, ensuring alignment with the university's long-term goals and objectives.

5.  Senior Leadership Team Participation: As a member of the senior leadership team, serve on the university’s Academic Advisory Board and participate in high-level decision-making processes. Be prepared to take on special responsibilities as needed, depending on availability, institutional priorities, and urgent needs.

COMPENSATION

The salary benefits are internationally competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

LIVING AND WORKING IN HANOI, VIETNAM


	Work permit: VinUniversity will assist in and provide advice for obtaining the necessary paperwork needed for employment in Vietnam (visa, work permit, insurance, etc.). However, it is your responsibility to ensure that you can satisfy all the paper requirements in a timely manner.
	According to Vietnamese Law, expatriates are required to submit all necessary documents for a work permit on the first day in Vietnam. For more information about the necessary documents, please refer to the information in this link.
	Living costs: Vietnam has a comparatively low cost of living and expatriates can live a very comfortable life here with a moderate expenditure.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 


	Distinguished scholar with academic record to warrant the position of full professor in social sciences, computer science, engineering, business administration, or health sciences at high-quality university (e.g. QS top “50 under 50 university”).
	Demonstrated experience with academic administration, accreditations and regulations.
	Successful experience in progressively responsible administrative, and educational leadership positions at a high-quality academic institution.
	Demonstrated successful experience in strategic planning, fiscal management, resource allocation, and personnel supervision preferably of a large and complex academic institution.
	Demonstrated ability to work with faculty, staff, and students as well as community groups of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
	Excellent written and verbal communication skills (in English) and strong professional network.
	An appreciative understanding of the challenges that inevitably arise from the operation of a new University, with the patience, resilience, and ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituents of an institution to effectively resolve challenges and build opportunities to promote the mission and vision of the College/University.
	Respect and appreciation for the core values of VinUni: EXCEL (E: Empathy, X: Exceptional Capability, C: Creativity, E: Entrepreneurial Mindset, L: Leadership Spirit).


Application Instructions

Please submit your application form and send (1) Curriculum-Vita, (2) a cover letter, and (3) a list of two references.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.


Vin University

Finland, Helsingfors (Helsinki)

The Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences invite applications for the position of a Doctoral Researcher in Plant Genetics

The doctoral researcher will be employed full-time for a fixed term of two years in the research group of assoc. prof. Roosa Laitinen. The earliest starting date is 1.1.2025.

Roosa Laitinen´ s research group utilizes both global and local accessions of Arabidopsis thaliana to understand the genetic and molecular mechanisms of plant resilience to changing environments. We combine methods of genetics and genomics to state-of-art molecular methods that are available for Arabidopsis.

We are seeking a doctoral researcher to work on a project investigating factors underlying light and temperature-mediated plasticity in flowers in A. thaliana. The aim is to use take advantage of the natural variation and mutants in A. thaliana and combine molecular and genetic methods with field studies to understand the adaptive potential of flower size plasticity in plants.

We seek highly motivated candidates with excellent communicational skills, and who can work both independently and in team environments. Fluency in English is expected. The candidate should have MSc degree in genetics, molecular biology or plant biology and to have proven academic ability to take initiative and think independently as well as experience in working with plants.

For more information, contact assoc. prof. Roosa Laitinen: Roosa.Laitinen@helsinki.fi

The position is fixed-term (24 months) with a six-month probation period. Salary is based on levels 1−4 of the demands level chart for teaching and research personnel in the salary system of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointee will be paid a salary component based on personal performance with the overall salary amounting to approximately 2400−3000 €/month (gross) depending on the stage of the doctoral studies and work performance. Standard Finnish pension benefits, occupational health care and health insurance are provided for the University employees. The University offers comprehensive services including sports facilities, and opportunities for professional development. PhD degree consists of the student’s own research work and studies specific to the doctoral candidate's discipline or research field, as well as transferable skills training, and career orientation and guidance (40 ECTS). English is the primary language of study in doctoral education. The University has 4,700 doctoral students, one-fourth of them international students, and awards approximately 500 doctoral degrees annually. The successful candidate will apply for the right to study for a doctoral degree in a PhD program of the Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences (https://www.helsinki.fi/en/research/ doctoral-education/doctoral-schools-and-programmes).

Application should include the following documents as a single pdf file: motivational letter (max 1 page) and CV (max 2 pages). Include also contact information of two persons who can provide a reference letter based on request. 

Please submit your application using the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the Apply link. Applicants who are employees of the University of Helsinki are requested to leave their application via the SAP HR portal. The deadline for submitting the application is 29th of November 2024.


University of Helsinki

China, Ningbo

Join a unique British University in China. The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in China. This award winning campus offering a UK style education has grown to establish a student body of over 9,000 in just 20 years. 

University of Nottingham Ningbo China, a pioneer in Sino-foreign tertiary education, is rapidly expanding.  It is looking for ambitious, talented academics with a passion for teaching as well as research flair to join its team of science and engineering experts. UNNC is part of the University of Nottingham’s Global University, and offers unique teaching and research opportunities in a highly dynamic economy.

The Department of Mechanical, Materials and Manufacturing Engineering is a dynamic and fast growing department, to contribute your talent for the department further development. The department offers BEng (Hons) Product Design and Manufacture (2+2, 4+0), BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering (2+2, 4+0) and Aerospace Engineering (2+2, 4+0) programmes which cover very wide ranges of courses such as mechanics, dynamics, kinetics, thermodynamics, energy, fluids, materials, manufacture, ergonomics and design. The department also offers MSc, MRes and PhD programmes. The department has strong links with the corresponding departments in the UK and Malaysia campuses of the University of Nottingham. Its exceptionally close involvement with Chinese and international institutions and industries ensures a high quality teaching and research in the relevant professional fields.

About You

We seek to appoint an assistant professor in product design and manufacture, preferably with the international experience of teaching in a higher education institution.

The person appointed will be expected to contribute to teaching and curriculum development for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and to supervise undergraduate and masters dissertations in the area of product design and manufacture or industrial design. The person appointed will be expected to conduct original research in appropriate fields and play a lead role in collaborative research projects, leading to high quality publications and grant income. The person appointed will also be expected to assist with the administration of the Department of Mechanical, Materials and Manufacturing Engineering and the Faculty of Science and Engineering in general and thus contribute to the Department’s growth in the field of Mechanical Engineering.

The person appointed must have a PhD degree in a relevant engineering discipline and excellent communication and presentation skills in English. Experience of supervising PhD and Master students and experience of teaching, tutorial or laboratory work at undergraduate and postgraduate level in an international English-speaking institution are preferable.

Your Remuneration, Benefits and Support

This is a permanent post that you will be offered a fixed term contract initially of 5 years with University of Nottingham Ningbo China with effect from February 2025 or as soon as thereafter. We are committed to providing competitive employment packages while supporting the wellbeing of our staff to help them reach their full potential. We offer international highly competitive salary package and you will have a range of benefits and entitlements, including accommodation allowance, insurances, schooling support, home flight, relocation & repatriation support, and paid annual leave. You will be offered a wider range of Chinese talent schemes application opportunities based on the eligibility of application.

How to Apply

Applicants are invited to submit their applications via the application link https://jobs.nottingham.edu.cn/job/183969/ by 23:59 Beijing Time, 13 December 2024, which should include the following:


	a cover letter
	an up-to-date CV
	a publication list
	a statement of teaching philosophy giving evidence of teaching excellence
	a research statement indicating your planned research activities as part of our department 


Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Xiaogang Yang, Head of Department of Mechanical, Material and Manufacturing Engineering, email (xiaogang.yang@nottingham.edu.cn). Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted. If you are unable to apply on-line, please contact Recruitment Team, email (job@nottingham.edu.cn)


University of Nottingham Ningbo, China

Norway, Trondheim

About the position

The postdoctoral fellowship position is a temporary position where the main goal is to qualify for work in senior academic positions.

The postdoctoral fellowship position is a temporary position where the main goal is to qualify for work in senior academic positions. We have a 3-year position in the ExMilk project (Exercised Breastmilk: A kick-start for childhood obesity prevention?), an ERC Starting Grant project. The overall aim of the project is to determine how exercise can modify breastmilk composition. 

The postdoctoral fellow will focus on data analyses of data from multi-omics technologies to discover the acute and long-term effects of exercise on breastmilk composition.  

The position is available at the Exercise, Cardiometabolic Health and Reproduction (EXCAR) research group. 

Your immediate leader is Senior Researcher Trine Moholdt. 

Duties of the position

The main responsibility will be data analyses of global metabolomics and lipidomics data from breastmilk samples, and integrations of data from multi-omics platforms (including metabolomics, lipidomics, and microbiome data). 

The position will also involve the following tasks: 


	Develop strategies for analysing and integrating data from multi-omics platforms based on state-of-the-art analytical methodologies. 
	Relate multi-omics signatures with clinically relevant parameters.
	Ensure that omics data are available and reusable.
	Interpret, present, and publish results.


Required selection criteria


	You must have completed a Norwegian doctoral degree or corresponding foreign doctoral degree recognized as equivalent to a Norwegian PhD in biostatistics, systems biology, bioinformatics, or a comparable topic. 
	If you can document that the PhD thesis has been submitted or will be submitted soon, your application can be assessed even if you have not yet defended your dissertation. Documentation of the obtained doctoral degree must be presented before you can take up the position. 
	Documented experience with data analysis in R, Python, or similar
	Excellent written and oral English skills


The appointment is to be made in accordance with Regulations on terms of employment for positions such as postdoctoral fellow, Ph.D Candidate, research assistant and specialist candidate.

Preferred selection criteria


	Experience in metabolomics analyses
	Experience in biological interpretation of metabolomics results, microRNA analyses, microbiome data, or cytokine profiling data
	Experience in next-generation sequencing analyses
	Training in molecular biology
	Experience in multi-omics data integration
	Training and experience in the development of statistical scripts 


Personal characteristics


	Ability to work independently and with scientific, experimental, or technological creativity.
	Motivated and excellent team player with a positive attitude and high ambitions on behalf of yourself and the group. 
	Curious, with ambitions of acquiring new knowledge and skills.
	Ability to adjust approaches to overcome setbacks or solve challenges.


Emphasis will be placed on personal and interpersonal qualities.

We offer 


	Exciting and stimulating tasks in a strong international academic environment 
	An open and inclusive work environment with dedicated colleagues 
	Favourable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund 
	Employee benefits 


Salary and conditions

As a Postdoctoral Fellow (code 1352) you are normally paid from gross NOK 594 500 per annum before tax, depending on qualifications and seniority. From the salary, 2% is deducted as a contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund

The period of employment is 3 years. We hope to fill the position as soon as possible. 

The engagement is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants, and the acts relating to Control of the Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology. Candidates who by assessment of the application and attachment are seen to conflict with the criteria in the latter law will be prohibited from recruitment to NTNU.  

After the appointment you must assume that there may be changes in the area of work.

The position is funded by an ERC Starting Grant from the European Research Council.

It is a prerequisite you can be present at and accessible to the institution on a daily basis.

About the application 

The application and supporting documentation to be used as the basis for the assessment must be in English. 

Publications and other scientific work must be attached to the application. Please note that applications are only evaluated based on the information available on the application deadline. You should ensure that your application shows clearly how your skills and experience meet the criteria which are set out above.  

If, for any reason, you have taken a career break or have had an atypical career and wish to disclose this in your application, the selection committee will take this into account, recognizing that the quantity of your research may be reduced as a result. 

The application must include: 


	CV and certificates
	transcripts and diplomas for bachelor's-, master's- and PhD degrees. If you have not yet completed your Ph.D, you must provide confirmation on your estimated date for the doctoral dissertation, or that your PhD thesis has been submitted
	A copy of the doctoral thesis. If you are close to submitting, or have recently submitted your thesis, you can attach a draft of the thesis. Documentation of a completed doctoral degree must be presented before taking up the position.
	Academic works - published or unpublished - that you would like to be considered in the assessment (up to 10 items)
	Name and contact information of three referees


If all, or parts, of your education has been taken abroad, we also ask you to attach documentation of the scope and quality of your entire education, both bachelor's and master's education, in addition to other higher education. Description of the documentation required can be found here. If you already have a statement from Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills, please attach this as well.

Joint works will be considered. If it is difficult to identify your contribution to joint works, you must attach a brief description of your participation. 

In the evaluation of which candidate is best qualified, emphasis will be placed on education, experience and personal and interpersonal qualities. Motivation, ambitions, and potential will also count in the assessment of the candidates.

NTNU is committed to following evaluation criteria for research quality according to The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment - DORA. 

General information 

Working at NTNU 

NTNU believes that inclusion and diversity is a strength. We want our faculty and staff to reflect Norway’s culturally diverse population and we continuously seek to hire the best minds. This enables NTNU to increase productivity and innovation, improve decision making processes, raise employee satisfaction, compete academically with global top-ranking institutions and carry out our social responsibilities within education and research. NTNU emphasizes accessibility and encourages qualified candidates to apply regardless of gender identity, ability status, periods of unemployment or ethnic and cultural background.

NTNU is working actively to increase the number of women employed in scientific positions and has a number of resources to promote
equality.

The city of Trondheim is a modern European city with a rich cultural scene. Trondheim is the innovation capital of Norway with a population of 200,000. The Norwegian welfare state, including healthcare, schools, kindergartens and overall equality, is probably the best of its kind in the world. Professional subsidized day-care for children is easily available. Furthermore, Trondheim offers great opportunities for education (including international schools) and possibilities to enjoy nature, culture and family life and has low crime rates and clean air quality.  

As an employee at NTNU, you must at all times adhere to the changes that the development in the subject entails and the organizational changes that are adopted. 

A public list of applicants with name, age, job title and municipality of residence is prepared after the application deadline. If you want to reserve yourself from entry on the public applicant list, this must be justified. Assessment will be made in accordance with current legislation. You will be notified if the reservation is not accepted.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Trine Moholdt, telephone +47 97098594, email trine.moholdt@ntnu.no. 

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Helene Berri, e-mail: helene.b.berri@ntnu.no. 

If you think this looks interesting and in line with your qualifications, please submit your application electronically via jobbnorge.no with your CV, diplomas and certificates attached. Applications submitted elsewhere will not be considered. Upon request, you must be able to obtain certified copies of your documentation. 

Application deadline: 01.12.2024 



NTNU

NTNU - knowledge for a better world

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) creates knowledge for a better world and solutions that can change everyday life.

The Department of Circulation and Imaging (ISB) has 260 employees, and its research units are at the Cardiothoracic Centre at St. Olav’s Hospital, integrated with collaborating clinical divisions. The Department of Circulation and Medical Imaging (ISB) includes anaesthesiology, radiology, radiography, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging, exercise physiology, cardiovascular physiology, pulmonary physiology, pulmonary medicine, cardiology, vascular surgery, thoracic surgery and biomedical engineering.

The department is also responsible for the Centre for Innovative Ultrasound Solutions (CIUS), the Medical Simulation Centre and the MR Centre. More information about the department is available at http://www.ntnu.edu/isb

Questions about the position

Trine Moholdt
Senior researcher
+47 97098594
trine.moholdt@ntnu.no

Deadline 1st December 2024
Employer NTNU - Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Municipality Trondheim
Scope Fulltime
Duration Project
Place of service Prinsesse Kristinas gate 3, 7030 Trondheim


Norwegian University of Science and Technology

United Kingdom, Egham

Department of Biological Science

Location
Other

Post Type
Full Time

Closing Date
23.59 hours GMT on Friday 29 November 2024

Reference
1024-329

Right to work: Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. 

Full Time, Fixed term (24 months)

Applications are invited for a position of Postdoctoral Scientist to be spent at the Institut Quemico of Sarria (IQS) in Barcelona and at the Department of Biological sciences at the Royal Holloway University of London. 

The successful applicant will spend the first 10 months at the Instituto Químico de Sarriá in Barcelona (Spain) and the following 14 months in the Gene Medicine Laboratory for Rare Diseases at Royal Holloway University of London (UK). Therefore, availability to move from Spain to the UK after the initial 10 months is key to work on this project. 

The total starting salary for this post will be £42,381 (including London Allowance) whilst based at Royal Holloway.  For the remaining period, the total salary will be £40,247.*

*This is the expected starting salary for this post however appointment at a higher point may be made for candidates who demonstrate exceptional skills and experience relevant to the role.

The focus of the project, funded by the US Department of Defense, is the generation of new polymer-coated adeno-associated viral vectors for gene replacement in Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Due to the nature of the project, we are looking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic scientist with excellent skills in both Polymer Chemistry and Molecular Biology.

Expertise in western blotting, immunocytochemistry, and aseptic cell culture is desirable, as well as knowledge in polymer synthesis and nanovector characterization. Experience in adeno-associated virus (AAV) vector production would be an advantage, as would in vivo expertise. Training will be provided for any unfamiliar techniques. You are expected to be a good communicator, able to work both independently and collaboratively with other members of the laboratory.

Candidates invited to the interview will be asked to prepare a short (10 minutes) presentation of their recent research.

The position is funded for 24 months.

In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:


	Generous annual leave entitlement 
	Training and Development opportunities
	Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution 
	Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing. 
	Free parking 


For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Dr Alberto Malerba (alberto.malerba@rhul.ac.uk) and Dr Marta Guerra Rebollo (marta.guerra@iqs.url.edu).

For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk.

Please quote the reference: 1024-329

Closing Date: 23:59, 29 November 2024  

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Further details: Job Description & Person Specification


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