Tokai Gakuin University

Position Details Fixed Term until June 2026 | Part- Time 0.6 FTE Research (Academic) Level B | $113,211 - $133,974 p.a. pro rata Location: Tonsley / Kaurna Country View Position Description About the Role The Research Fellow will actively contribute to the work of ARIIA by supporting the delivery of the Knowledge and Implementation Hub (KIH) and related research, evaluation and dissemination activities. The incumbent will assist with preparing high-quality documentation, coordinating tasks, and working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project milestones are achieved. The role will undertake critical appraisal and synthesis of academic and grey literature, as well as practice-based resources, and translate findings into accessible summaries, reports, publications and other dissemination outputs. A key aspect of the role involves building and maintaining networks with academic experts, community organisations, consumers and aged care industry representatives to co-produce evidence-based resources. Working closely with the KIH team, the Research Fellow will help develop online content, including web pages, interactive tools and learning modules. The role will also contribute to evaluation activities, ethics and research applications, and support ARIIA’s marketing, communications and dissemination efforts using clear, lay language tailored to diverse audiences across the aged care sector. Research, clinical or industry background in health, aged care or social sciences highly desirable. Please refer to the attached position description for a comprehensive list of roles and responsibilities About You Having completed a PhD in a health or social services-related discipline, you have demonstrated knowledge and experience in the Australian aged care or health care sectors. Your exceptional interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal, enable you to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, as well as community organisations, consumers and industry partners. Your passion for collaboration and flexibility, allow you to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, in a non-traditional research fellow role. You will also be able to demonstrate: Well-developed skills in thematic analysis, evidence synthesis and critical summation of research evidence and grey literature. Demonstrated ability to plan and execute data collection and quantitative and/or qualitative analysis. Demonstrated excellence in knowledge mobilisation and dissemination including ability to write in lay language for a variety of different audiences and communicate messages in different ways/modalities/platforms. Experience with resource platforms, libraries, repositories or websites preferred. Experience utilising AI software to summarise or search in large quantities of information preferred. Aged Care Research & Industry Innovation Australia (ARIIA) continues to transform the way we care for Older Australians. Funded by the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Aged Care, ARIIA delivers activities across three workstreams to improve aged care for all Australians. Bringing together consumers, industry and researchers, ARIIA translates research into practice to modernise and pave the way for sector wide improvements, making a real and meaningful change to the aged care sector. Life at Flinders We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders initiative Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers  We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff, as shown through our three SAGE Cygnet Awards. Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia). Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan  Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy  Prescribed Conditions for Employment A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. SA: Staff working in a health care setting are strongly recommended to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in line with the SA Health policy How to Apply and Information You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement as a separate document. This should be no more than 3 pages, and address the Key Position Capabilities of the Position Description For more information regarding this position, please contact Becca Hardy Important Notice: Recruitment Activity During University Shutdown Please note that recruitment activity will be paused during the Flinders University shutdown period. No updates or progress on applications will be available between 22 December 2025 and 5 January 2026. Recruitment processes will resume from 5 January 2026, and application statuses will be communicated from that date onward. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time. For any urgent queries, please contact us prior to the shutdown period. Certification National Police Certificate - Australian Federal Police Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 07 Jan 2026 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless.

About us: The post will be based in the Department of Biostatistics & Health Informatics at KCL, within the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN). The centre offers a diverse research environment that is open, welcoming and supportive to all. The faculty-wide initiatives are supported by an active Diversity & Inclusion Team. The Department has been a major force in the development of quantitative methodology as applied to mental health research. We have significant national and international collaborations, and our research has growing impact into all areas of medicine particularly through expertise in trials and software development. About the role: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join a pioneering project at the intersection of speech analytics, mHealth, and precision psychiatry. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to an internationally unique study that integrates speech analysis with qualitative and quantitative methodologies at scale, aiming to transform our understanding of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and advance patient-centred mental health care. The postholder will play a central role in collecting and analysing large-scale speech and wearable data from participants in the GLAD Study cohort (https://gladstudy.org.uk/). Using large language models (LLMs) and acoustic analytics, they will uncover patterns in content, lexical choice, prosody, and acoustic features. These speech-derived measures will be integrated with insights derived from wearable data, structured assessments, medical records, and multi-omics datasets to enable innovative genetic and biomarker association studies, supporting the development of stratified and personalized approaches to mental health treatment. In addition to conducting cutting-edge analyses, the postholder will prepare research findings for dissemination in high-impact, REF-returnable journals and actively engage with Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPI-E) efforts to ensure authentic, patient-centred interpretations of the data. To be considered for this role, you should have:  A PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (e.g., biostatistics, machine learning, computer science, clinical informatics, natural language processing).  Strong skills in data analysis and programming (e.g., Python or R).  A track record of publications in high -quality scientific journals.  Experience or interest in large language and foundational models is an advantage.  This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered a fixed term contract from 1st April 2026 - 30th September 2028. Research staff at King’s are entitled to at least 10 days per year (pro-rata) for professional development. This entitlement, from the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers, applies to Postdocs, Research Assistants, Research and Teaching Technicians, Teaching Fellows and AEP equivalent up to and including grade 7. Visit the Centre for Research Staff Development for more information. Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications. About you: To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria PhD or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g., biostatistics, computer science, clinical informatics, natural language processing). Proven experience in speech and language analysis, including acoustic feature extraction and/or natural language processing (NLP) techniques. Proficiency in data analysis and programming with languages such as Python or R. Experience handling and integrating large, complex datasets, including multimodal data Proven track record of writing and publishing scientific papers in high-impact journals. Desirable criteria Experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) or other foundational models applied to speech or text data Experience applying speech and language technology in mental health research, particularly in depression Familiarity with wearable technologies, including data cleaning and feature extraction Experience in grant writing and securing research funding. *Please note that for applicants currently undertaking a PhD and awaiting their results (thesis submitted), the appointment will be made at Grade 5, spine point 30 with the title of Research Assistant. Upon confirmation of the award of the PhD, the job title will become Research Associate and the salary will increase to Grade 6. 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 page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Further information: 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. Grade and Salary: £45,031 - £49,871 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 134105 Close Date: 11-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Nicholas Cummins Contact Details: nick.cummins@kcl.ac.uk

Bring learning to life by supporting world-class teaching, research, and simulation in health sciences Are you a hands-on technical professional with strong laboratory or clinical-skills experience, and a passion for supporting teaching, research, and innovative digital technologies? This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Division of Health and contribute to the delivery of high-quality learning experiences that help shape the next generation of health professionals Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role As a Technical Officer in the Division of Health, you’ll deliver high-quality technical support that underpins our teaching and research in Health Science from applied sciences and clinical skills to simulation and cutting-edge digital technologies. Your primary focus will be on clinical skills and simulation technologies, including the set-up and operation of high-fidelity manikins, task trainers, virtual-patient platforms, AV systems, and VR/AR devices. You will also support applied science laboratories, working collaboratively as part of a team of Technical Officers to ensure seamless delivery across the Division. While you’ll have your own focus area, you’ll also share knowledge and responsibilities across the team, particularly with colleagues in applied sciences, ensuring our staff and students receive seamless, expert support at every stage. Salary will be in the range of $71,275 to $84,695 per year, prorated based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a one-year fixed-term 1 FTE parental cover role (37.5 hours a week) based at our Hillcrest Campus. For more information on the role please see the position description. All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted. Ko wai koe? - Who are you? You are an experienced technical professional with at least five years’ experience in a clinical skills, health science, or laboratory-based role. You bring strong practical skills in operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, clinical devices, and/or simulation technologies. You will demonstrate: Hands-on technical capability with scientific and clinical equipment Experience troubleshooting, calibrating, installing and maintaining instruments Strong ICT capability, including digital tools, data management and AV/VR technologies Experience supporting teaching and/or research environments Excellent communication skills, and the ability to support staff and students in real time Strong organisational and time-management skills, including project coordination Knowledge of health and safety requirements and laboratory compliance Flexibility to support varied teaching schedules and operational needs A relevant tertiary qualification (Master’s degree desirable) Preferred candidates will also bring experience in: Simulation manikins and scenario programming VR/AR and digital learning technologies AV/IT systems for teaching and simulation You are a strong team player, collaborative, proactive, customer-focused, and committed to continuous improvement. Ko wai mātou? - Who are we? The Division of Health is committed to achieving better, fairer health outcomes across Aotearoa through high-quality teaching, innovative research, and partnerships with Māori, Pacific and community organizations. Our programmes span Biomedical Sciences, Health Promotion, Healthy Active Living, Human Performance Science, Midwifery, Nursing, Pharmacy and Sport Development and Coaching. A major strategic focus is the establishment of the New Zealand Graduate School of Medicine, opening in 2028. You will join a dynamic technical team that supports state-of-the-art laboratories, clinical simulation facilities, and digital-learning technologies, all designed to enrich student learning and enhance research capability. He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? - Why should you apply for this position? This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the development of future health professionals. You will work with new and emerging technologies, contribute to meaningful teaching and research, and be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking Division. Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits. The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here. Ko te Tangata - For the People The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all. E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa. Applications close on 18 January 2026. Requisition number: 1003246