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United Kingdom, Winchester

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and proactive administrator to join the Faculty of Arts and Humanities' Operating Service at the Winchester School of Art.

About the role

We are a collegiate team which work with a range of Academic and Professional Service colleagues to provide high level administrative support. As a member of our busy and engaged administrative team, you will deliver a thoughtful, pro-active, and efficient service. This role is hybrid and based at the Winchester School of Art on a full-time basis, however part-time and flexible hours may be considered. To be successful in this role you will have:


	Relevant experience and success in similar work in administration
	Up-to-date MS Office skills, including Outlook, Excel, Word, SharePoint
	Ability to independently organise activities and events (plus schedules, diaries, meeting arrangements, etc), whilst prioritising a conflicting workload
	Ability to use own initiative and suggest and implement practical and effective solutions
	Excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience in taking meeting minutes
	Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends


In return we offer:


	A contributory pension scheme
	Generous annual leave provision, plus 8 bank holidays and 6 additional holidays (closure days)
	A range of discounts which include restaurants, retail outlets and entertainment
	For more benefits, please visit our Human Resources page


About the University and Faculty of Arts & Humanities

Ranked in the global top 100 and a founding member of the Russell Group, the University of Southampton is a research-driven institution, home to some of the world’s leading minds, expanding our knowledge, and passing it on to future generations. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse culture at the University and creating an environment where people can balance successful careers with their commitments and interests outside of work. Our flexible working practices, including a hybrid working model, support our belief that this balance brings long-lasting benefits for our institution as well as our people.

The Faculty of Arts and Humanities draws together a wide range of disciplines into two high-performing schools across several locations in the cities of Southampton and Winchester. The Faculty is recognised nationally and internationally for its sector-leading research, education, knowledge exchange and enterprise which, when combined, create a unique environment for the successful development of more than 2,500 undergraduates.

We believe equality and diversity are fundamental to making the University of Southampton a vibrant, proud and successful organisation.  A diverse workforce, with people from different racial, educational and social backgrounds and a range of ages, opens up a wealth of possibilities for the University. 

The Faculty Operating Service (FOS) works in partnership with the academic community, other professional services and the wider University to support Faculties across the triple helix of education, research and enterprise to achieve groundbreaking research and deliver an outstanding student experience. The FOS team is the integral and embedded professional service directly involved in running and maintaining the Faculty and is key to driving continual improvements and ensuring best practice.


University of Southampton

Hong Kong, Tuen Mun

Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) with the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. Lingnan University is a global leader in providing quality education focusing on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University aspires to become a leading research-intensive liberal arts institution in the digital era.

Lingnan University’s Faculties of Arts, Business, Social Sciences, School of Data Science, School of Graduate Studies, and School of Interdisciplinary Studies run undergraduate, taught postgraduate and research postgraduate programmes. Its liberal arts education model blends the arts, science, and elements around human and humanities. Lingnan University strives to enhance innovation and technology research to drive a positive impact in the society and the world. Building upon Lingnan University’s existing strength in combining the best of the Chinese and Western liberal arts traditions, the University will leverage its geographical strength in the Northern Metropolis and pioneer the liberal arts education model in the Greater Bay Area (GBA) and beyond. Further information about Lingnan University is available at https://www.ln.edu.hk/.

Applications are now invited for the following post:

Associate Professor / Professor
Department of Cultural Studies
(Post Ref.: 24/213)

Founded in 1999, the Department (https://www.ln.edu.hk/cultural/) is the forerunner of offering a BA degree in Cultural Studies in Hong Kong. Our Master of Cultural Studies Programme, launched in 2003, gives students from mixed academic and working backgrounds the opportunity to reflect on and devise alternative ways to approach their ongoing practices. Our Research Postgraduate Programmes (MPhil & PhD) train aspiring researchers to develop in-depth inquiry into specific areas of interest. The programmes are designed to nurture global citizens with interdisciplinary, avant-garde, critical, and reflexive knowledge in the digital age.

We promote interdisciplinary research that foregrounds new ideas and drives societal changes. Our faculty members come from different areas of expertise, focusing on topics such as commons, youth cultures, gender & sexualities, migration & ethnicities, digital and popular cultures, class & labour, arts & literature, food & environment, and creative and social innovation sectors. Connecting cultural theories with civic engagement is the core of our values.

General Requirements

The appointee must have a strong background in Cultural Studies and related areas and proven teaching and research ability in the following areas: techno culture, social and cultural innovation, commons and community, youth culture, urban studies, and cultures of everyday life.

The appointed candidate will be a committed academic with a record of research and scholarship of international stature who will be able to demonstrate commitment to the vision and orientation of the Department and the University. The appointee should demonstrate a track record of quality publications and grants-based research in areas relevant to the department’s profile. Solid experience in administrative leadership would be preferable.

Appointment

The conditions of appointment will be competitive. The rank and remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include annual leave, medical and dental benefits, mandatory provident fund, gratuity, and incoming passage and baggage allowance for the eligible appointee.

Appointment will normally be made on an initial contract of three years, which, subject to review and mutual agreement, may lead to longer-term appointment with consideration for substantiation. Strong candidates will be considered for substantiation.

Application Procedure (online application only)

Please click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Applicants shall provide names and contact information of at least three referees to whom applicants’ consent has been given for their providing references. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

We are an equal opportunities employer. Applications will be reviewed until the post is filled. Qualified candidates are advised to submit their applications early for consideration.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, or to fill the post by invitation or by search. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.


Lingnan University

United Kingdom, Southampton

1 x Permanent position

1 x Fixed term position for 48 months

Achieving the Remarkable

The University of Southampton is in the top 1% of world universities and is one of the UK’s top 15 research-intensive universities. Committed to excellence in all we do, we're growing and investing in our research and people to accelerate our remarkable achievements. With particular focus on four key impact themes chosen to build on the university’s existing strengths and to address the most complex societal and environmental challenges: Artificial Intelligence, sustainability and resilience, decarbonisation and engineering better health, this role is integral to our aim of making a lasting difference.

The School of Geography and Environmental Science is ranked third in the UK (REF2021 GPA) with broad research interests spanning Physical Geography, Environmental Science and Human Geography.  Our undergraduate and postgraduate courses are highly rated by our students as evidenced by our overall positivity measure in the NSS2024 ranking first within the Russell Group for both Environmental Science and Human Geography and 6th for Physical Geography.  We encourage a vibrant and inclusive community (Athena Swan Bronze).

The role

The School of Geography & Environmental Science is seeking to appoint up to two Lecturers in Climate and Environmental Change (permanent Level 5 or 6 and 4-year fixed term Level 5).

These appointments will strengthen and complement the school’s existing research, teaching, and impact activities within the interdisciplinary context of landscape dynamics, ecology, environmental change and sustainability. The posts will complement existing School strengths through the addition of research focused around innovative approaches to atmospheric, climate or earth system modelling, palaeoclimate reconstruction, environmental microbial or applied ecology, ecogeomorphology, cryosphere, geohazards, pollution, urban environments, nature-based solutions or sustainable coastal environments.

Teaching activities for this post will be at undergraduate and/or postgraduate-taught (MSc) level, conducted through lectures, tutorials, practical classes, seminars, and/or fieldwork. Teaching responsibilities will involve co-teaching on core programme modules and/or field courses, with scope for developing new, innovative modules in specialist disciplinary areas.

About you

We seek applicants with a PhD (or equivalent professional qualification and/or experience) whose research actively engages disciplinary specialities in Physical Geography and/or Environmental Science. Methodological skills of particular relevance include (but are not limited to) climate, atmospheric or earth system modelling, geospatial analysis of large datasets or molecular analyses.

We especially encourage applicants with either an emerging or established track record of research leadership and a demonstrated ability to work in interdisciplinary science. Experience with undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching is desirable (Level 5) and essential for Level 6.

What we can offer you

With a generous holiday allowance and additional university closure days we're committed to supporting our staff and open to a flexible working approach. We give full consideration to applicants that wish to work flexibly and those who've taken a career break. View our Benefits Explained website for full details.

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Australia, Melbourne


	Join one of Melbourne's leading university organisations
	Salary package of $82,785 (pro-rated) + 11.5% Super
	Permanent Part Time position - 3 days per week (Monday, Thursday & Friday)
	Work in a brand-new office building in Melbourne's CBD - located on Franklin Street
	We also offer benefits such as salary packaging, discounted university courses, discounts to some of Australia's leading retailers, purchased leave, discounts on RMIT childcare services, gym membership and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


About RMIT UP

A subsidiary of RMIT University, RMIT University Pathways (or UP for short!) provides pre-tertiary English and Foundation Studies pathway programs designed for international students seeking admission into RMIT University. RMIT UP also offers IELTS and PTE Academic Testing within our state-of-the-art and purpose-built Testing Centre.

The Language Testing & Customer Service Team are responsible for the test delivery and administration of the IELTS and PTE Academic tests. This includes the accurate and timely completion of all test administration, maintaining test security and regulations set out by testing partners, responding to and accurately processing enquiries, and providing exceptional front-line customer service.

Your new role

We're seeking a motivated and dynamic individual to join our Language Testing & Customer Service Team as the Part Time Language Testing & Customer Service Coordinator for three days per week: Monday, Thursday and Friday.

Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager - Language Testing, you'll play an active role in the development, implementation and coordination of administrative processes and procedures associated with the delivery of the IELTS and PTE Academic tests and associated products.

The role also assists the Senior Operations Manager, Language Testing (SOM) in leading a pool of casual test invigilators and support staff.

Your roles and responsibilities will include (but aren't limited to):


	Oversee the rostering and coordination of staff to maintain the continuous operations of the Language Testing Centre in partnership with the SOM, ensuring team functions are adequately staffed at all times.
	Assist in coordinating daily activities of the team, including identifying training/professional development needs to ensure ongoing skill development and up-to-date knowledge of products, processes and databases
	Assist with the coordination of pre, test-day and post-test administration and reporting activities, in accordance with the regulations and frameworks set out by the IELTS and PTE Academic test partners
	Monitor and respond to ongoing achievement of KPIs, including service levels and income targets
	Collaborate with the Senior Operations Manager - Language Testing to grow the profile and sales of RMIT UP testing products
	Coordinate team activities to ensure accurate data collection, test day administration and reporting
	Coordinate customer service activities to ensure timely and accurate administration of payments, refunds, results and other relevant administration tasks as required
	Comply with policies, procedures and test delivery frameworks as defined by Pearson VUE, Cambridge ESOL, IELTS Australia and RMIT UP
	Ensure team delivers a comprehensive and high-quality response to all forms of internal and external RMIT UP and Language Testing contact (email, online form submissions, telephone, in person)


About You

To be successful in this position you will have:


	Previous experience in a Coordinator/Supervisor level role, including familiarity with rostering, supervision and motivation of staff
	Highly client service focused, with proven experience in customer service roles within professional services/commercial environments, preferably within the education sector
	Experience, knowledge and understanding of PTE Academic and/or IELTS Test procedures and delivery is highly advantageous
	Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish productive working relationships with internal and external clients from a variety of cultural backgrounds and organisational levels
	Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills
	Proficiency in MS Office and use of databases, computer applications and payment gateways
	Demonstrated effective and efficient administration, data entry and numerical skills, including high attention to detail


This sounds great - How do I apply?

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link.

For further information about this position, please see Position Description below.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/content/dam/rmit/au/en/careers/position-descriptions/pd-language-testing-and-customer-service-coordinator-october-2024.pdf

For more information:


	Visit our website www.rmit.edu.au/up
	Email a member of our Recruitment Team at applications.rmit.up@rmit.edu.au (Please note, applications will NOT be accepted via this email. To apply, please submit the application via our careers website)
	Applications should be addressed to Sofi Milhem (Senior Operations Manager - Language Testing)


Successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment screening check, Working with Children Check and Police Records Check. Refusal to provide your information to these parties will prevent RMIT UP from being able to continue with your application.

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

RMIT is a Disability Confident Recruitment Team, and we are happy to adjust the recruitment process for your accessibility requirements. Please contact us at applications.training@rmit.edu.au telling us your preferred type of communication and we will be in touch as soon as possible to discuss your requirements.

Please read our Child Safety Policy - https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/our-locations-and-facilities/facilities/safety-security/child-safety

We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.


RMIT University

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

Description

The Robot Learning & Control laboratory in the Division of Engineering, New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a postdoctoral associate with a strong expertise in learning-based control for robotics, with a particular focus on ensuring passivity and stability during interactions with humans and/or the environment. This position aims to advance the development of control algorithms that maintain safety, stability, and robustness in robotic systems, while leveraging machine learning alongside differential geometry to enhance adaptability and performance. The research will emphasize the integration of Lyapunov stability, passivity-based control, variable impedance control, and imitation or exploration-based learning, particularly in scenarios involving human interaction and environmental complexities.

The successful applicant will engage in cutting-edge research with the following objectives:

Integration of Machine Learning and Differential Geometry: Develop and refine control algorithms that combine machine learning techniques with differential geometric methods to enhance the adaptability and efficiency of robotic systems in dynamic and unpredictable environments.

Passivity and Stability in Human-Environment Interaction: Focus on creating control strategies that ensure stability, which is crucial for safe and stable operations during human-robot interactions and in complex environmental settings.

Variable Impedance Control: Implement variable impedance control strategies to allow robots to dynamically adjust their stiffness and damping properties, improving interaction safety and efficiency in scenarios that require close human-robot collaboration or precise environmental manipulation.

Imitation and Exploration-Based Learning: Proficiency in applying imitation learning and/or exploration-based learning to optimize control policies, enabling robots to learn from human demonstrations and environmental interactions.

Qualifications:


	Applicants must have a PhD in Robotics, Control Theory, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a     closely related field, with a strong focus on robot control, machine learning, and differential geometry.
	Demonstrated experience in developing advanced control and learning algorithms, particularly in the context of human-robot interaction, in addition to an experience in working with real robotic manipulator.
	A strong publication record in high-impact journals and conferences (e.g., T-RO, IJRR, RA-L, RAS, IROS, ICRA, CDC, etc.), showcasing your expertise.
	Proficiency in programming languages and tools commonly used in robotics, such as C , MATLAB, Python, and ROS.
	Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary research environment.


For consideration, applicants need to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with full publication list, statement of research interests and two letters of reference, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Prof. Fares Abu-Dakka at fa2656@nyu.edu  

The terms of employment are very competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the position is filled.

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.


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