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The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university. Learn more about us

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The University of Western Australia (UWA) is at the centre of health advancement through clinical, health, and biomedical education, discovery and translational research and best practice.

UWA has a strong suite of health courses, including the Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Dental Medicine, Doctor of Optometry, Master of Clinical Audiology, Master of Pharmacy and Bachelor of Social Work (Honours), Doctor of Podiatric Medicine and the Doctor of Podiatric Surgery.

The Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree is a comprehensive course designed to produce highly trained and competent podiatrists, who are well prepared to enter clinical practice as primary contact health care practitioners in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the foot and ankle. The Doctor of Podiatric Surgery is a specialist degree, the only one of its types in Australia, that provides theoretical and clinical knowledge in podiatric surgery to an advanced level

About the opportunity

The Professor of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Discipline will provide leadership and foster excellence in research, teaching, community engagement and policy development in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery within the University and within the community, professional, and industry sectors. This includes providing leadership through collaboration, capacity building and advancing cross-disciplinary research and teaching activity as well as leading the strengthening and exploration of new partnerships with relevant internal and external stakeholders both nationally and internationally.

Please see the brochure attached for full details of the position’s responsibilities and selection criteria: Brochure_ Professor of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Discipline.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Rhonda Clifford at rhonda.clifford@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

Closing date: 11:55pm AWST on Sunday, 19 January 2025

This position is open to international applicants.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity 

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability. 

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process. 

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.


The University of Western Australia

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

Hong Kong

In a city renowned for its international outlook and connectivity, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts plays a unique and influential role in developing future generations of performing artists that include performers, practitioners, designers, and technicians. The Academy's six Schools: Chinese Opera, Dance, Drama, Film & Television, Music, and Theatre & Entertainment Arts create a vibrant centre of practice, production, teaching and practice-as-research. Its outstanding reputation is reinforced by the quality of its performers and its partnerships with other centres of excellence locally, regionally, and internationally. With international residencies, visiting artists and alumni, including some of the most respected professionals in their disciplines, the Academy is committed to the training of future world-class performers and practitioners.

The School of Film and Television offers major studies in Cinematography, Directing, Editing, Sound Design, Screenwriting, Digital Screen Design and Creative Producing. It is equipped with high level traditional film cameras and a wide range of high-definition (HD) video cameras, professional camera support equipment, digital sound recording systems and digital post-production facilities for picture and sound editing, immersive sound mixing, visual effects design and colour correction. The School houses teaching, screening and production facilities at two campuses. A multi-cam studio called the Screen Production and Research Centre (SPaRC) provides a location for emerging screen practices and interdisciplinary projects.

The postholder will be responsible to the Dean of the School of Film and Television. He/She will lead the major study in screenwriting and creative development. The postholder will design and deliver classes or modules and supervise screen production exercises and activities for students at all levels in the BFA (and MFA, where appropriate) programs. He/She will also be required to act as project supervisor for third year projects and/or graduation projects, as necessary. As a full-time faculty member, the postholder is expected to demonstrate additional teaching experience or substantial leadership in at least one additional area for Lecturer post or two additional areas for Senior Lecturer post, such as: Inter-disciplinary project development, Creative project development, Professional development and/or Curriculum/Pedagogical development.

Applicants should:


	possess an advanced degree in a relevant discipline;
	present examples of original creative writing in a literary, dramatic or screen context;
	demonstrate significant experience in creative writing or screen production;
	have experience as an originator or script editor in creative or functional story-telling;
	demonstrate excellent teaching experiences by providing proofs such as student evaluations and/or outcomes;
	be responsible, reliable, motivated, able to work independently and possess excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills;
	have an excellent command of spoken and written Chinese or English, including language structure, grammar and writing styles;
	provide excellent written references.


Applicants for Senior Lecturer should additionally:


	lead, develop and implement current curricular and pedagogical practices
	present papers and advocate on behalf of the school at conferences or screen festivals
	demonstrate high level teaching skills, experience and leadership


TERMS OF APPOINTMENT 

Appointment will be on a two-year contract. Renewal of contract is subject to performance. A gratuity payment equals up to 15% of the total basic salary earned during the contract period may be granted upon satisfactory completion of the full contract period. The amount of gratuity payable will be the sum which, when added to the Academy’s contribution to a Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) scheme as required by the MPF Schemes Ordinance, equals 15% of the total basic salary drawn during the contract period. Fringe benefits include leave, medical, and dental benefits. Non-accountable Cash Allowance will be provided to the eligible appointee. Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Subject to negotiation, the expected commencement date will be September 2025.

APPLICATIONS

To apply, please submit a completed Application Form (https://www.hkapa.edu/job-opportunity/senior-lecturer-film-television-directing), together with a cover letter, curriculum vitae and copies of academic qualifications, to the Human Resources Office, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, No.1 Gloucester Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong, or email (hro@hkapa.edu) on or before 18 December 2024. Please quote reference code ‘SL(F/TVD)’ in the Application Form.

HKAPA is an equal opportunity employer.

Personal data collected will be used for recruitment-related purposes only.


The Hong Kong Academy For Performing Arts

Australia, Penrith


	2 x Full -time, Ongoing position commencing 1 March 2025
	Based at Penrith Campus (Kingswood)


About Western Sydney University

Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located in the heart of Australia’s fastest-growing, economically significant region. The University has 11 campuses in Sydney, as well as campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Surabaya, Indonesia, with plans for two campuses in India. With over 200,000 alumni, almost 50,000 students, and approximately 3,500 staff, the University promotes a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture focused on research and dedicated to student-centered excellence.

Our Schools teach an array of programs and degrees carefully structured to meet the demands of future industry. The University is ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide, with over 85% of its assessed research rated at ‘World Standard’ or above. In 2022, 2023, and 2024 the University was placed 1st worldwide and in Australia for its commitment to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals in the Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings.

Our core values - Boldness, Fairness, Integrity, and Excellence – serve as guiding principles for our organisational culture and influence the work we do. If you are a dedicated and forward-thinking professional seeking a career that can make a meaningful difference, we invite you to discover the abundant opportunities, innovation, and impact that await you at Western Sydney University.

About the role

We are seeking an exceptional candidate for the position of Lecturer in Advanced Manufacturing. The successful applicant will conduct innovative research and teach across a broad range of areas, including advanced manufacturing, Industry 4.0, sustainable manufacturing, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering (both aeronautical and astronautical), computer-aided engineering, and advanced engineering materials. Proven research experience in one or more of these fields is essential, and evidence of successful grant applications is highly desirable.

We are looking for an outstanding researcher and educator with an emerging track record of impactful research, demonstrated by publications in top journals and peer-reviewed conferences. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to secure research funding and excellence in teaching and learning in higher education. The role involves collaborating with colleagues within the School and across the University, designing curriculum, teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and supervising undergraduate and postgraduate coursework and higher degree research students.

The successful candidate will also be expected to foster links with external partners, including industry, government, and community, as the School diversifies its income sources. The incumbent will be involved in a wide range of teaching activities, including developing and delivering innovative interdisciplinary academic programs related to advanced manufacturing and supervising student projects for national and international competitions. The appointee will develop and supervise projects addressing grand challenges with high impact, form strategic interdisciplinary teams, and identify and obtain research grants in collaboration with internal and external partners.

About You

The ideal candidate will hold a PhD or equivalent in Advanced Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Robotics and Automation, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, or a closely related field. They will have demonstrated experience and achievements in areas such as advanced manufacturing, robotics, sustainable manufacturing, mechanical engineering, advanced materials, or computer-aided engineering. Experience in smart robotics, automation, and autonomous systems is highly desirable.

The successful candidate will have a strong track record and international reputation for excellence in research and development, evidenced by peer-reviewed publications in high-profile journals, patents, and/or Open Source developments. They will have established strong national and international research collaborations and other evidence of world-class international standing. Additionally, they will have proven leadership in research, fostering a robust research culture, and developing research initiatives, along with experience supervising research students at the Honours or higher degree level.

The candidate will demonstrate the capacity to secure substantial research funding from various sources, including competitive government grants and income from public and private sector agencies and industry. They will also have evidence of curriculum development and program delivery in Advanced Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with the ability to teach across a wide spectrum of related programs.

Furthermore, the successful candidate will have a proven record of successful interaction with industry or other external partners in research projects, with industry experience in a related field being highly regarded.

Culture 

Western Sydney University highly values equity and inclusiveness. We have a proud history of doing so and consider this an important part of our social and civic responsibilities as a University. We strive to contribute to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing within our own institution, the Greater Western Sydney region, nationally and internationally. If you share our passion for creating a more equitable and inclusive world, and if you are ready to contribute to meaningful change, join us in our mission to promote equity, inclusiveness, and wellbeing. 

What We Offer in Return

At Western Sydney University, we deeply value our staff and recognise their invaluable contributions that drive our mission and uphold our values. In return for your dedication, we offer:

35 hour work week 17% super contributions Professional development opportunities

Applicants should be aware that this role will be based at Penrith campus, however as Western Sydney University is a multi-campus university travel to other campuses may be required when operational needs arise.

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the screening questions in your application. Please review the position description for further information through the apply link.

Remuneration Package: Academic Level B $139,458 to $164,559 p.a. (comprising Salary of $117,844 to $139,151 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)

Position Enquiries: Please contact Ming Zhao, DAP - School of Engineering, Design & Built Environment via email at m.zhao@westernsydney.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at recruitmentpartnerships@westernsydney.edu.au

Closing Date: 8:30 pm on Sunday 12 January 2025

Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility 

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. You must provide evidence of your working rights in Australia at time of application. 

Note - Only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted. No Recruitment Agency applications will be accepted.


Western Sydney University

Ref.: 530582
Work type: Full-time
Department: School of Chinese Medicine (22100)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow

Applications are invited for appointment as Research Manager (at the rank of Assistant Research Officer in the School of Chinese Medicine (Ref.:530582), to commence as soon as possible, on a one-year temporary term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

Applicants should possess (i) a Ph.D. degree in Chinese Medicine or related disciplines with at least 5 years’ relevant work experience; (ii) proven capacity in research, with a good track record of high-quality publications in the field of Chinese Medicine; and (iii) experience in leading academic and managing projects of research studies.  Applicants with experience in conducting basic research would have an advantage.  Applicants should be self-motivated, meticulous, and be able to work in collaboration across teams. 

The appointees will be responsible for molecular biology and animal research, data analysis, project co-ordination, and writing manuscripts, scientific publications, grant proposals and reports.  He/She is expected to perform other duties as assigned.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. 

The University only accepts online applications for the above post.  Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV.  Review of applications will start from  and continue until December 31, 2024 or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

The University thanks applicants for their interest, but advises that only candidates shortlisted for interviews will be notified of the application results.


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