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Finland, Helsingfors (Helsinki)

The Faculty of Science invites applications for a
GRANT FUNDED POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN CONSERVATION SCIENCE starting from November 2024 or as agreed. The Postdoctoral Researcher will receive a 2-year scholarship funded by the Kone foundation. This position is grant funded only; it does not establish an employment relationship with the University of Helsinki.

Position description

The successful applicant should contribute to one or more of the research themes of the project “The interplay between funding and governance factors in achieving sustainable conservation outcomes for protected areas in the tropics” financed by the Kone foundation. The principal investigator (PI) of the project is Associate Professor Johanna Eklund. The project aims to provide insight into what are the enabling factors needed to attain sustainable conservation outcomes for protected areas in the long term. The project will use expert elicitation techniques to engage with local stakeholders and experts and identify what they perceive as important in implementing successful conservation policies. The work will include identifying both remote factors (such as institutional constraints) and proximate factors (actions directly related to protected areas). The project uses novel attribution methods, previously not used in conservation science, to explore causalities. The analytical framework will build on a Qualitative Comparative Analysis – allowing to study how certain factors in their specific combinations with other factors influence an outcome and will require defining and framing the candidate conditions, their thresholds, and the truth tables of the method in collaboration with local protected area stakeholders and experts.

Responsibilities as a grant funded postdoctoral researcher

The appointed researcher will lead one of the planned working packages of the project and this will entail to design the data collection, conduct stakeholder focus groups and workshops, to analyze data using a Qualitative Comparative Analyses framework, and publish the findings in high level journals in the field. The position will require familiarity analyzing both qualitative and spatial quantitative data (GIS, focus groups, interviews, workshops), but the work will be supported by a part time research assistant.

Requirements and eligibility criteria

The postdoctoral researcher must have a doctoral degree in conservation science, geography, policy analysis, or a related field. It is expected that applicants have experience with mixed-methods and working with both qualitative and quantitative data and analysis. Previous experience with impact evaluation methods in conservation, and especially qualitative attribution methods is a merit. As the position will require leading one of the project work packages, excellent organizational, social, and collaborative skills are also required. Familiarity with different types of stakeholder engagement activities is considered a merit. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are also expected, and so is a track record of being able to publish scientific articles.

The University of Helsinki welcomes applicants from all genders, linguistic, and cultural backgrounds.

Scholarship and benefits

The successful applicant will receive a scholarship funded by the Kone foundation from November 2024 to October 2026. The personal grant amount is 3200 euros monthly. Please note that this position is grant funded only; it does not establish an employment relationship with the University of Helsinki.

Finland is a member of the EU, has high quality free schooling (also in English), generous family benefits and healthcare, and was recently ranked as the happiest country in the world for the 7th year in a row. Finland and the Helsinki region possess top expertise in sciences in terms of a vibrant talent pool, leading research, strong support services and functioning collaboration networks. For more information about working at the University of Helsinki and living in Finland, please see https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers.

How to apply

Please submit your application, which includes the following PDF-documents in English:


	A cover letter presenting your motivation and qualifications for the position (max. 2 pages)
	A curriculum vitae including a list of publications
	A copy of your doctoral degree certificate
	Names and contact details of two referees who are willing to provide reference letters upon request


External applicants, please submit your application to the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the Apply Now button.

Applicants who have a helsinki.fi username and a valid employment/grant/visitor contract at the University of Helsinki are requested to submit their application via the Employee login button.

The deadline for applications is 17 October 2024, but please note that the position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

More information?

For project- and position-related questions, please contact


	Associate Professor Johanna Eklund, johanna.f.eklund@helsinki.fi, tel +358504484428.


If you need support with the recruitment system, please contact hr-kumpula@helsinki.fi.

The Department of Geosciences and Geography at the Faculty of Science is the leading research and education unit in its field in Finland. The research carried out in geography is interdisciplinary with strong research lines in both human geography, physical geography, and geoinformatics. Cross-disciplinary collaboration is further advanced by the Helsinki Institute of Sustainability Science (HELSUS).

The University of Helsinki is an international scientific community of 40,000 students and researchers. It is one of the leading multidisciplinary research universities and ranks among the top 100 international universities in the world.


University of Helsinki

Australia, Camperdown


	Full-time, fixed term 12 months Health Economics Research Fellow position at Camperdown 
	Great opportunity for a Research Fellow passionate about research in Health Economics
	Help strengthen the Menzies research team at a time of expansion and considerable research opportunity
	Base Salary ranging from $122,830- $145,858 + 17% superannuation


About the opportunity

An opportunity has arisen for a research only position in health economics at the Menzies Centre for Health Policy and Economics within the School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health.

The Menzies Centre for Health Policy and Economics is the leading independent voice on health policy in Australia, they focus on improving public health outcomes through policy innovation and practical implementation. With a program of community engagement, the Centre encourages informed debate about how Australians can influence health policy to ensure that it is consistent with their values and priorities; policies that are able to deliver, safe, high-quality health care that is sustainable in the long term.

The University is seeking to appoint a Research Fellow (Level B) to contribute to the health economics research program, and join a growing team of health economics researchers, working in economic evaluation, economic modelling, discrete choice/ stakeholder preference analysis and quality of life/ wellbeing research across a range of different contexts. The incumbent will be based in the Moore College Building located on the Camperdown campus.

This is fixed term positions for 1 year initially. Although full time appointments are preferred, we would consider fractional appointments for the right candidate.

Your key responsibilities will be to:


	Make a significant contribution to the research and administrative endeavours of the Centre and the School
	participate in multi-disciplinary health economics and health policy research, with a focus on collecting and analysing health system data for use in economic evaluations and preference elicitation.
	build a reputation towards becoming an authority in the discipline of health economics and health policy.


About you


	A PhD (awarded or submitted) in health economics, health services research, or related discipline
	demonstrated track record of peer reviewed publications in health economics, or a related area
	experience in contributing to a multidisciplinary research team in a health economics / health services research/ biostatistics related topic
	demonstrated experience in health economic methodologies such as microcosting, economic evaluation, economic modelling, conducting discrete choice experiments to elicit stakeholder preferences or quality of life research
	experience with data linkage projects to evaluate healthcare resource use and costs
	ability to work in a multidisciplinary academic environment, and independently as required, and preparedness to contribute more broadly to research programmes within the Centre and School
	excellent oral and written communication skills


Desirable


	success in being awarded an NHMRC personal support grant (or equivalent) and/or other Category 1-4 research grant as a Chief Investigator or Associate Investigator
	experience with postgraduate research student supervision.


To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Cecilia Blamey, Recruitment Operations by email to cecilia.blamey@sydney.edu.au.

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The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Click to view the Position Description for this role.

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The University of Sydney

This is a voluntary unremunerated position.

United Kingdom, Southampton

The University of Southampton is a leading research-intensive University, a founding member of the prestigious Russell Group, and one of the top 100 universities worldwide. We deliver excellent educational experience and world-leading research and we are known for successfully commercialising our research through enterprise.

We are seeking 2 individuals interested in joining our Knowledge Exchange and Enterprise Board in a voluntary capacity as an Independent Lay Member.

Independent lay members are individuals external to the University who are not employed or engaged by us nor a current student. You will be one of 3 independent members.

What is Knowledge Exchange & Enterprise Board?

Knowledge Exchange & Enterprise Board (KEE Board) is a University committee under the accountability of the Vice-President (Research and Enterprise). Its core responsibilities are to oversee and champion the knowledge exchange, enterprise and innovation agenda across the University, to enhance the University’s strong enterprise ecosystem within a strategic framework. It has responsibility for oversight of the delivery of the KEE Strategic Plan and ensures compatibility with the University’s Strategy with its Triple Helix approach.

KEE Board focuses on quality and sustainability, whilst enabling enterprise activity to contribute to the diversification of income for the University, maximising the impact of its research outputs and maintain the University’s world leading reputation for knowledge exchange and enterprise (KEE).

About the role and You

As a lay member you will have the opportunity to provide your perspective and knowledge in order to help the board steer the enterprise and knowledge exchange activities of the university, ensuring that procedures are rigorous, ethical and sustainable.

We welcome expressions of interest from individuals with a track record of success in their own field.

You will have some understanding of UK Universities, the UK Industrial Strategy and innovation ecosystem development, and direct senior experience of at least one of the following perspectives:


	industry, large corporate and/or SME
	innovation funding, and venture capital investment
	public/non-profit/educational organisation
	local and regional – civic mission and economic development (Southampton/Hampshire & IOW).


It would be useful if you also bring experience of managing/promoting:


	Diversity & Inclusion
	Fundraising
	Governance, Regulatory compliance, legal & risk
	Sustainability


The board meet five times a year with an additional a strategic away day. The meetings are typically hybrid although at least one is held in person and are 2-3hrs duration plus preparation time.

This is a voluntary role, and in return for your commitment and contribution, you will benefit from being part of a successful and ambitious University seeking to maximise opportunities for its community. You will also have the opportunity to build professional networks, and further build your non-executive profile and impact.

The University of Southampton is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a diverse environment. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications that will continue to strengthen the diversity of our community.

Independent Lay Members are appointed for an initial term of three years, renewable up to a maximum of three terms (total 9 years max).

Informal discussion

If you would like an informal discussion before applying please contact Mark Spearing (spearing@soton.ac.uk) or RIS Coordinators (depcoord@soton.ac.uk).

How to apply

Please submit your CV together with a cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience.


University of Southampton

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.


New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov

At the University of Vienna, over 10,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,500 of them are academic staff members. These are individuals who, with their curiosity and their continuous pursuit of excellence, engage in international cutting-edge research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to unfold your potential. We are looking for a/an 

University Assistant Pre-Doc (Phd Position) specialising in East Asian Art History 40 Faculty of Historical and Cultural Studies Startdate: 01.11.2024 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until:  permanent Reference no.: 2677  

The Department of History of Art at the University of Vienna is the largest center for research and education in the visual arts in Austria. It focuses on the visual arts in Europe, Asia, and the Islamic World. Currently there are 2000 students.

The Department of Art History is inviting applications for a position (75%) as University Assistant (pre-doc) specialising in East Asian Art History starting 2024/11/01.

Your new job:

As a university assistant (pre doc), you will complement the team around Univ.-Prof. Lukas Nickel. Our research and teaching focusses on the art history of East Asia.

The employment duration is 3 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 3 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a declaration of non-extension. With appropriate work progress, an extension to a total maximum of 4 years is possible.

Your tasks:


	You participate in all activities at the chair of Art History of Asia (research projects, conferences, excursions etc.)
	You pursue your PhD project
	You hold university courses and supervise students according to the requirements specified in the collective agreement for PhD students
	You contribute to administrative tasks


Your profile:


	Excellent Master degree with a thesis in the field of East Asian Art History
	Languages: English, German, and at least one East Asian language
	Competence in teaching
	Team skills and organisational expertise


What we offer:

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely. 

Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment.

Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge.

Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3578,80 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.

Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team!

How to apply:

Please assemble your application in a single PDF-document and submit it via the job portal. The application should include:


	letter of intent and CV
	Exposé of dissertation project (max. 3 pages)
	Certificates
	Table of contents and one chapter of your MA thesis
	Addresses of two referees


If you have any questions, please contact:

Lukas Nickel  

lukas.nickel@univie.ac.at

We look forward to new personalities in our team! 
The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365.

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Xidian University

Rankings

World University Rankings 2024601-800^th

Computer Science 2024251-300^th

Engineering 2024301-400^th

Physical Sciences 2024801-1000^th

Social Sciences 2024801+

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Physical Sciences801–1000th

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