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Australia

Job no: HRC0011555

Category: Academic, Level E

About the University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Its vision is to be a world-leading University creating a better future for its regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision are its values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability.

About the Department

The Department of Rural Health delivers a number of programs aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of regional, rural and Indigenous communities within the New England, Northwest Slopes and Plains, and areas of the Hunter Valley and New England Rivers regions.

The Department has received continuous Federal funding since its establishment twenty-five years ago. It is a genuine priority for the University and the College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing as it has increased access and equity for regional students and has ultimately had a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of the associated communities.

The Role

In June 2024 The Hon. Mark Butler MP, Minister for Health and Aged Care announced that Professor Jenny May AM had been appointed Australia’s National Rural Health Commissioner, Jenny commenced as Commissioner in January, thus creating this exciting opportunity for somebody new.

This significant position will be responsible for the leadership and management of the Department including promoting a clear vision and strategic direction. Collaboration and engagement with key stakeholders within the College and broader University, Local Health Districts and other external organisations will play a significant part in the joint development of education and research programs.

Reporting directly to the Pro Vice Chancellor, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing the Director will provide academic leadership and foster excellence in teaching, research and professional activities. The incumbent will be expected to maintain a visible presence across the Department’s seven locations and could be based either in Tamworth or Port Macquarie.

The Person

 You will have:


	PhD or equivalent higher degree qualification in an area within a health discipline.
	Demonstrated understanding of medical workforce needs and future priorities, including commitment to rural and regional education and workforce development.
	Demonstrated excellence and experience in rural health education and training and/or research and experience in securing research funding and dissemination of research findings.
	Experience in Indigenous health education and training and/or research.
	Demonstrated commitment to improving access for rural, remote and indigenous Australians to quality health services.
	Sound understanding of government policy pertaining to rural health education and training, and research.
	A record of multi-disciplinary collaborative relationships within academic health and with strategic partners in rural health.
	Demonstrated management and strategic planning ability including the capacity to manage staff, financial and physical resources, work effectively with relevant professional, government and industry organisations.
	Demonstrated knowledge of workplace obligations and experience in leading and cultivating workplace practices and behaviours that promote, support and maintain a safe, healthy, equitable, diverse and respectful workplace, including responding appropriately to adverse accidents, incidents, behaviours, issues, reports and the like.


The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.  

Next Steps

An executive search is being undertaken by Ccentric on behalf of the University of Newcastle.

For a confidential conversation, to receive a candidate information pack and to apply please contact:

Pam Lubrainschik at paml@ccentric.com.au or +61 452 295 088 or

Kim Gillespie at kimg@ccentric.com.au +61 406 551 917 

Your application must include:


	A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
	A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed in the position description
	Your resume


Closing date: 18th April 2025


University of Newcastle Australia

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

Description

The Center for Astrophysics and Space Science (CASS) at NYUAD is looking to appoint new independent fellows working in one (or more) of the center's research fields.

The center currently consists of eight faculty members and more than 25 researchers and PhD students. CASS is structured around five key research areas:


	Sun and Space Weather, Stellar Physics
	Planetary Science
	Galactic Astrophysics (including compact objects)
	Extragalactic Astrophysics and Cosmology
	Astroparticle Physics (Dark Matter searches, gamma-ray spectroscopy)


The Center possesses the unique possibility to investigate fundamental questions in astrophysics, astroparticle physics, and planetary physics from several points of view, with the expertise of its members ranging from collecting and analyzing state-of-the-art data on the nature of the visible and invisible matter in the Universe, to detailed theoretical and numerical studies from planets to galaxies, and linking them together cohesively.

We expect successful applicants to work towards improving the collaborations and connections among the different areas. We invite applicants to visit our website to learn more about current research projects at CASS.

The center fellows will have access to a 70,000-core Infiniband Cluster (Jubail) dedicated to the science division, several GPU-based clusters at NYUAD, and other supercomputer facilities through the CASS network. NYUAD also has guaranteed observing time on the Green Bank Telescope, the Very Long Baseline Array, and Las Cumbres Observatory, and is a participant in  SDSS-V.

Applicants should have a PhD in astronomy, astrophysics, physics, or a closely related field. The appointment will be for an initial period of two years with a likely extension to a total of three years. CASS fellows will have dedicated funds for traveling, computing, publications, etc.

The preferred starting date is Fall of 2025, but earlier dates are also possible.

Applicants need to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, publication list, and a brief (ideally 2-3 pages) statement of research interests and three letters of recommendation. Applicants are strongly encouraged to outline in their research statement how they plan to help create connections between the different research areas of the CASS.

Applications received before December 31, 2024, will receive full consideration, positions will stay open until filled. If you have any questions, please e-mail nyuad.cass.info@nyu.edu

The terms of employment include a very competitive salary, housing allowance, medical insurance, educational subsidies for children, and other benefits. Please note that the UAE does not levy income tax.

About NYUAD

NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai form the backbone of NYU’s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.

EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Employer

UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr

NYU is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion.


New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

United Kingdom, London

About us

King's College London offers an intellectually stimulating environment in which to work, where staff are dedicated to the advancement of knowledge and learning, in the service of society. We are a multi-faculty institution, providing high-quality teaching, research and innovation across the sciences, humanities, medicine, law, dentistry, and social sciences. As a member of the Russell Group, an association of leading UK research-intensive universities, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards in research and education. King's is the largest centre for the education of healthcare professionals in Europe, and is home to fiveMedical Research Council Centres spread across its three teaching hospitals.

King's is one of the top 20 universities in the world (2014/15 QS World University Rankings). We are the fourth oldest university in England and based in the heart of London, King's has more than 26,000 students from nearly 140 countries, and more than 7,000 employees.

The Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is the only such Department in the UK, with 7 professors, 1 Reader and 6 Senior Lecturers comprising its substantive academic staff.  The Department will shortly move into the  Pears Maudsley Centre, a £90M purpose-built clinical research facility co-locating the academic department and clinical colleagues from South London and Maudsley NGS Foundation Trust, with the purpose of enhancing translational research designed to improve the mental health of children and young people.  Its new Clinical Research Facility with cutting-edge equipment offers research opportunities that are unparalleled in the UK and Europe. The PATHWAYS study will be based in the Pears Maudsley Centre. 

About the role

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic researcher for the high-profile PATHWAYS research programme on children and young people attending the UK Gender Services because of gender incongruence. PATHWAYS is a research programme with multiple workstreams whose aim is to understand young people with gender incongruence and assess the risks and benefits of interventions. The UK is currently the only country world-wide to undertake such comprehensive research in order to better understand best care for children and young people with gender incongruence. The researcher will work primarily on the observational study and clinical trial and will play a key role in recruiting young people and their families into the studies, and in the retention for longer-term follow-up. The research programme is multi-centre across the UK; although the researcher will be based in Warrington, they will need to work closely across centres and may need to visit other centres and/or participants at home or in clinics.  

Key Responsibilities of the role: 


	Work closely with Trial Managers, and Research Fellows to ensure adherence to study protocols. This includes participant recruitment, data collection from participants and from clinic records at the various sites. Longitudinal data collection will need to be completed within specified time windows.  This includes follow-up calls and appointments for any missing data.
	Liaise with Trial Managers and Primary Investigators at all sites to problem-solve around any issues that arise at clinical sites.
	Visit clinical sites to extract research data from clinical records.
	Provide continuity to participants and their parents with regard to PATHWAYS research through excellent communication, including with their clinical teams should this be appropriate.
	Assist Trial Managers and Research Associates in providing regular reports on study progress to the investigators and the oversight committees.


This is a full-time post (35hours/week) and you will be offered a fixed term contract for 3 years with the possibility of extension. The earliest start date is 1st of June 2025.

About the role

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: 

Essential criteria


	BSc in an area related to the cross-over between physical and mental health
	Experience in quantitative methods research including analytical techniques and/or qualitative methods
	Experience of using a research database
	 Research or clinical experience with children or young people with mental health or physical health concerns
	Excellent attention to detail
	Excellent interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with both academics and individuals recruited to the study. 
	Strong planning and organisational skills, including ability to work to and meet firm deadlines.
	Demonstrable experience in complying with data protection regulations / GDPR protocol


Desirable criteria


	Experience of longitudinal data collection
	Experience working on clinical trials and or directly with clinicians
	Experience in administration of cognitive assessments
	Master’s degree in relevant area, e.g., mental health or mental-physical health interface
	Experience in writing and publishing research papers in high-quality journals


Downloading a copy of our Job Description

Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the next page after you click “Apply Now”. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.

Further information

We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. 

We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's.

We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.

To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘ How we Recruit’ pages.

We are able to offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK. Please note this is dependent on the salary offered which is based on your experience and will be discussed at the offer stage.

This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service and Occupational Health clearances. 

Grade and Salary: £33,482 - £35,116 per annum
Job ID: 110785
Close Date: 13-Apr-2025
Contact Person: Professor Emily Simonoff
Contact Details: emily.simonoff@kcl.ac.uk


King's College London

Description

The Center for Interacting Urban Networks, New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a Postdoctoral Researcher to support a project studying the Center’s research theme, Uncertainty.

If you have experience and wish to explore how to build systems (both foundational or applied) that can handle uncertain or incomplete data prevalent in urban decision-making scenarios, please apply. A PhD dissertation or research papers that demonstrate a strong interest and research focus in any of risk analysis or minimization, robust optimization, deep learning for systems, probabilistic data management, or decision-making in uncertain environments are a prerequisite. Successful candidates will also demonstrate a capacity to lead independent research with advice and an ability to drive foundational computational research work from applications and vice versa.

The position will also require the ability to collaborate with other researchers on other center themes, such as Mobility and Fairness, and contribute to a comprehensive understanding of urban systems.

For consideration, applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, and the contact information for referees, who may be contacted through the selection process. The research statement should outline specific project(s) that the candidate would like to lead within CITIES along with potential collaborators with the Center. If you have any questions, please email us at nyuad.cities@nyu.edu

Evaluations will start immediately until the role is filled. The earliest start date for this position is December 1st, 2024.

About The Center for Interacting Urban Networks (CITIES):

The NYUAD’s Center for Interacting Urban Networks (CITIES – مدن ) is an interdisciplinary research center dedicated to advance urban science and promote cutting-edge research that is translated into practical, real-world solutions for the benefit of society. Our mission is to establish a vibrant and globally recognized knowledge hub for urban networks, bridge the gap between scientific significance and practical value, and further develop the human capital to propel the city of Abu Dhabi and the UAE into a more prosperous and sustainable future. CITIES leverages the expertise of faculty members from the four Divisions of NYUAD and world-renowned scientific collaborators from multiple institutions within and beyond the NYU Global Network, as well as local stakeholders and private companies across the UAE and abroad.

About NYUAD

NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU’s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.

EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Employer

UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr

NYU is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion.


$80,099 - $107,422 pro rata, per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

Australia, Adelaide


	Open to Australian Aboriginal Peoples and UniSA employees only
	Part-time (0.9FTE), two (2) year fixed term contracts based in the Centre for Cancer Biology at the City West campus and the Basil Hetzel Institute for Translational Health Research
	Salary Range: $80,099 - $107,422 pro rata, per annum (plus 17% superannuation)


About the Role 

This Research Assistant will contribute to grant-funded research under the broad direction of the Research Professor in Matrix Biology and Head: Tumour Microenvironment Laboratory in order to achieve defined objectives and test stated hypotheses. The project involves mechanistic investigations into interactions between tumour cells and their microenvironments.

About the Unit

At UniSA Clinical and Health Sciences we are addressing society’s most critical and emerging health needs through quality teaching, learning and research excellence. One of seven Academic Units, UniSA Clinical and Health Sciences offers a wide range of degrees and conducts world-class research in the fields of nursing, midwifery, pharmacy, pharmaceutical science, medical sciences, laboratory medicine, and food and nutrition science with a strong focus on creating positive health outcomes for communities.

Home to the University of South Australia Quality Use of Medicines and Pharmacy Research Centre and with key research concentrations in the areas of mental health and suicide prevention, nursing and midwifery workforce development, drug discovery, pharmaceutical innovation, health and disease biology, and food nutrition and health, we continue to meet community health needs and contribute to a healthier society. 

The Centre for Cancer Biology (CCB) is an alliance between the University of South Australia and CALHN and is co-located with other cancer-focussed researchers within a purpose-built building in Adelaide’s Biotech and Medical Precinct. The CCB studies the fundamental causes of cancer to find new ways to prevent and treat the disease and is a recognised hub for innovative science leading to breakthrough therapies.

Core Responsibilities 


	Contribute to planning of research by participating in planning sessions, offering new ideas on research directions, reviewing relevant literature and other sources of information and attending seminars and meetings
	Contribute to the execution of research by actively participating in the production of data with limited freedom to explore possible new methods and directions, designing experiments, including appropriate controls, according to the planned aims of the research, maintaining daily comprehensive records of work performed and results of studies
	Contribute to the dissemination of new knowledge by drafting reports, abstracts, scientific papers and other instruments providing accounts of research undertaking and the findings observed
	Contribute to a safe and ethical working environment by complying with human ethics, animal ethics, privacy and other appropriate guidelines and maintaining confidentiality of research proposals and research findings


Essential Skills and Experience 


	An Honours degree or equivalent in biology, or related discipline
	Experience in/with primary cell and tumouroid culture, in vivo models of cancer including orthotopic models of colorectal cancer, and standard molecular and protein biology techniques
	Recent experience with antibody characterisation, including knock-down validation and immunohistochemical analysis
	Experience with standard laboratory histology processes, including tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, staining and image analysis approaches
	Demonstrated participation in relevant areas of research and knowledge of literature involved in, and laboratory procedures relevant to, the research project


Benefits

Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as: 


	Access to great personal development opportunities 
	Generous superannuation contributions of 17% 
	Flexible working conditions 
	A range of salary packaging options, including vehicle leasing, laptops and car parking fees 
	A variety of leave arrangements


Start Your Unstoppable Career!  

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA.  The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.  

Please address your cover letter to Emma Kelvin, Senior Consultant: Recruitment Central.  For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at recruitment@unisa.edu.au using job reference number 7083. 

Applications close: 11.30pm Sunday 30 March 2025

To be eligible to apply for internal positions, you must either identify as an Australian Aboriginal Person, or be a current UniSA continuing, fixed-term or casual staff member at the time the position is advertised and have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of the appointment.

Pursuant to the Autonomous Sanctions Act 2011, any appointment to this position must comply with the requirements of the Act.

We are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment process and encourage you to share any support, adjustments and/or access requirements you have by contacting our Recruitment Central team on (recruitment@unisa.edu.au). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential. 

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Business and Economics 2025801+

Social Sciences 2025801-1000^th

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