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Australia

School of Earth Sciences


	Geoscience uses fundamental sciences to explore Earth’s processes, distinguished by the vast time and spatial scales over which geological events occur
	Provide comprehensive geoscience expertise, including geology, geophysics, geochemistry and data analytics
	Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for two years
	Base salary range: Level A, $80,520 – $108,362 p.a plus 17% superannuation.


About the area

The School of Earth and Oceans at The University of Western Australia undertakes diverse fundamental and applied research with recognised strengths in mineral geoscience, petroleum geoscience, geochemistry, hydrogeology and marine geoscience. The School has an international reputation in research and teaching with strong support from the mineral exploration, petroleum and groundwater industries, and well-established collaborations with industry and state and federal government agencies.

The Centre for Exploration Targeting, within the School of Earth and Oceans at UWA, and JCU at Townsville have developed, together with AMIRA (Australian Mineral Industry Research Association) an applied research project which is funded by BHP, AngloGoldAshanti, Newmont, B2Gold and Poderosa). The project also involves Universities in, and Geological Surveys of, Argentina, Chile, Peru and Ecuador.

About the opportunity


	Create/cultivate scientific network with AMIRA sponsors, Geological Surveys and Universities including UWA and JCU.
	Collect structural data and conduct structural-kinematic mapping of selected geological traverses to establish structural – tectonic, petrogenetic architecture across scales.
	Map and collect intrusive rocks in order to reconstruct the petrogenetic and geotectonic framework, their origin and evolution.
	Conduct mineral chemistry analyses on hydrothermal alteration minerals including sulfides. These analyses include but are not restricted to stable and radiogenic isotopes, laser ICP-MS on minerals and fluid inclusions trapped in veins and hydrothermal alteration minerals in veins, breccias and wall rocks.


About you


	PhD qualification in geosciences.
	Experience and proven track record in conducting field based structural geology, petrologic and/or geochemical investigations.
	Experience with geophysical data, interpretation and integration with structural data in order to develop tectonic/structural models.
	Conducting laboratory investigations including geochronology (SHRIMP and laser ICP-MS), SIMS analyses including Lu-Hf and oxygen, sulfur isotopes, laser ICP-MS analyses on zircons, apatite and other accessory minerals is desirable but not essential.
	Demonstrate scientific achievement with a record of publications commensurate with the years in the academic environment.


Position description: Position Description - Postdoc AMIRA-GAXI.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Steffen Hagemann at steffen.hagemann@uwa.eu.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: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 24 November 2024

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Benefits 


	Flexible working options.
	Generous paid leave including parental leave.
	Up to 17% employer paid superannuation.
	Salary packaging available.
	Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
	Discounted UWA course fees.
	Discounted health insurance.
	Employee Assistance Program.


 About the University

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, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Learn more about us.

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

Competitive and commensurate with rank and experience

China, Suzhou

Department: Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, School of Advanced Technology
Position Title: Professor – Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Location: Suzhou, China
Salary: Salary and benefits packages are competitive and commensurate with rank and experience.
Job ID: 2052

University Overview

Located in Suzhou, China, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) is a young, dynamic and EMI university founded in 2006, and is a unique collaborative institution and first joint-venture university in China to offer both UK (University of Liverpool) and Chinese (Ministry of Education) accredited undergraduate degrees for more than 100 programmes. XJTLU also aims to become truly research-led and has committed significant investment into research development and the expansion of master’s and PhD student numbers on campus. The university has over 18,000 students and nearly 1000 academic staff representing in excess of 90 nationalities. For detailed information about the university, please visit www.xjtlu.edu.cn

Department Description

The School of Advanced Technology has five departments (intelligent Science, Computing, Mechatronics and Robotics, Electrical and Electronics Engineering and Communications and networking). As a research and practice-led school our faculty and staff are committed to providing our students with a challenging and stimulating environment, as well as unlocking their full potential. Upon graduation, students will become highly-sought-after candidates with strong academic knowledge as well as extensive transferable skills in communication, team-work and project management.

Responsibilities and Duties

The position of Professor is crucial to the effective operation of XJTLU. Departments are the fundamental building blocks of the university, and the Professor is the role model of academic staff. The Professor is reported directly to the Head of their department. The Professor is a key research leader, manager, and administrator. The term of appointment is three years.

Supporting its rapid expansion, SAT now seeks to appoint senior faculty to join the EEE department. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior academic and established researcher to become part of a young, fast-growing, and internationally recognized institution situated in the heart of one of China’s most innovative and entrepreneurial economic areas. XJTLU is a research-led university. In this context, even though the workload of faculty in SAT is generally shared between teaching, research, and service, faculty members are expected to spend the majority of their time on research, followed by teaching, then service. Research activities include the publication of research articles, attendance of international conferences, and applications for research funding. Research performance in the School is benchmarked on internationally recognized lists of journal quality such as the CAS JCR Q1 journals. 

Personal Attributes

The successful applicant is expected to have developed: 


	A motivation to mentor junior faculty, 
	A solid wide range of academic leadership skills, 
	Good interpersonal and communication skills. 


Essential Qualifications/Experience

The successful applicant is expected to have: 


	A PhD degree in Microelectronics, or Semiconductor Material Science & Engineering or integrated circuit design & manufacturing or a related field, 
	At least ten years of teaching/research experience in higher education, especially in the areas of electronic materials and devices, semiconductor fabrication or integrated circuit design 
	A significant record of academic publications in excellent international journals, 
	Supervised PhD students to completion, 
	A successful record of research funding acquisition


Desirable Qualifications/Experience

The successful applicant should preferably possess the following attributes: 


	Curriculum design and programme development experience, 
	Teaching and/or research interest in nanoelectronic materials and fabrication, microelectronic devices and circuits, and semiconductor science & technology
	Engagement with professional community, 
	Professional memberships such as IET, ACM, IEEE and HEA;
	Strong knowledge / experience in international higher education. Ideally hold the rank of Professor.


Compensation Package

Members of Academic Staff receive generous subsidies for accommodation, travel, children’s education, and medical insurance. A relocation allowance is provided. Non-Chinese passport holders may qualify for multi-year income tax “holidays”, depending on nationality and tax residency.

Citizenship and Visa Regulations

Employment at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University is regulated by Chinese Labour Laws, and must comply with the regulations of the provincial government. These regulations stipulate who is eligible for legal employment with regard to obtaining work permits and visas.  Please be advised candidates over 60 may be not eligible for a work visa in the P.R. China.

To Apply

Please submit your application on our university website. Applications must be submitted in a single pdf file that includes 3 parts in the order of:


	A cover letter 
	A current CV, including date of birth, country of citizenship, and highest degree level
	Contact Details for Three References 


For specific enquiries relating to the position, please email Dean of School Prof. Eng Gee Lim at enggee.lim@xjtlu.edu.cn. Informal enquiries may be addressed to HRBP of School of Advanced Technology at Mengyi.Wang@xjtlu.edu.cn. Please quote the position and job ID in your enquiry.


Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov

The University of Vienna is internationally renowned for its excellence in teaching and research, and counts more than 7,500 academics from all disciplines. This breadth of expertise offers unique opportunities to address the complex challenges of modern society, to develop comprehensive new approaches, and educate the problem-solvers of tomorrow from a multidisciplinary perspective.

At the Faculty of Historical and Cultural Studies, the University of Vienna seeks to appoint a

Full Professor of Historical Archaeology with a Focus on the Later Middle Ages, Modern Times and Contemporary History

The position:

The applicant has a special research focus in historical archaeology (with a focus on the period from the late Middle Ages up to contemporary historical archaeology), primarily in Central Europe, and pursues a broad interdisciplinary approach. Further strengthening the existing interdisciplinary competences of the Viennese archaeological research landscape is desired, especially in the field of material and/or Heritage Sciences. The ability and willingness to teach theories and methods of archaeology as well as medieval, modern and contemporary archaeology are extensively required. This also includes conducting training excavations.

Your academic profile:


	Doctoral degree/PhD
	Outstanding research achievements, excellent publication and funding record, international reputation
	Proven leadership qualities
	Gender and diversity competence
	Experience in designing and managing large research projects
	Enthusiasm for excellent teaching and supervision at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral level
	Willingness to take on organisational and administrative responsibilities within the Faculty and/or the University


The University of Vienna expects the successful candidate to acquire, within three years, proficiency in German sufficient for teaching in bachelor’s programmes and for participation in university committees.

We offer:


	a dynamic research environment
	a wide range of research and teaching support services
	attractive working conditions in a city with a high quality of life
	an attractive salary according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement for University Staff (§98 UG, level A1, to be negotiated individually) and an organisational retirement plan
	a “start-up package”, in particular for the initiation of research projects
	comprehensive relocation support


Application documents:

Please submit a single PDF file (LastName_FirstName.pdf) containing the following information in English (and if desired additionally in German) via e-mail to the Dean of the Faculty of Historical and Cultural Studies of the University of Vienna, Univ.-Prof. Mag. Dr. Christina Lutter (dekanat.hkw@univie.ac.at):


	Letter of motivation
	Academic curriculum vitae
	
		education and training
		positions held to date
		relevant parental, family or other care times
		awards and honors
		commissions of trust
		previous and current cooperation partners
		list of most important acquired third-party funding as principal investigator, and, if applicable, of inventions/patents
		list of most important scientific talks (max. 10)
		teaching and mentoring
		supervision experience (Master and PhD)
	
	
	List of publications and a link to your ORCID record
	Research statement         
	
		most important research achievements (max. 2 pages) and planned future research activities (max. 4 pages)
		synopsis of five key publications with relevance to the position advertised
	
	
	Teaching and supervision statement          
	
		teaching and supervision concept, including a description of the previous and planned priorities in academic teaching and supervision (max. 2 pages)
	
	


 Appendices to application document:


	Five key publications as electronic full text version
	Teaching evaluations (if available, compiled into a single PDF file)
	Copies of certificates of academic degrees (mandatory, compiled into a single PDF file)


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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Reference no.: 14-2024
Application deadline: 10 January 2025


University of Vienna

United Kingdom, Southampton

Winchester School of Art is proud to be one of the UK’s leading Art Schools and part of the world-renowned University of Southampton, a founder member of the Russell Group of research-intensive universities providing a rich ground for interdisciplinary thinking and making.

About the role

This role involves working with students at undergraduate and postgraduate level, primarily in the Fashion Design programme. You will be able to provide high quality technical delivery and support in the use and maintenance of specialist equipment and facilities. You will support the programme with delivery of garment construction, pattern cutting, production, manufacture and safe studio practice. It is also desirable for you to have experience of working with 3D digital construction software and supporting equipment.

About you

You are a passionate and student-focused individual with strong technical and organisational skills. Guiding students to reach their potential will be at the heart of what you do. You will have a strong knowledge and experience of industry level equipment and be up to date with technological advances in the area. An aptitude for problem solving and assisting students in realising their projects. You will be adept at effective communication to a diverse range of individuals from varying backgrounds and have knowledge and understanding of race, multiculturalism, and diversity.

What we can offer you

We offer some fantastic benefits including a generous leave package, a wide variety of on and off-campus arts and culture facilities and access to a range of staff discounts and offers at local shops, restaurants and service providers.  You will also have access to our sports complex and Hartley Library based on our Highfield Campus.

As a university we aim to create an inclusive environment that attracts, supports and retains the best students and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences from across the world.

We are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We select candidates on the basis of merit and ability and aspire to thrive in the diversity of our workforce. We welcome applications from all candidates with an interest in the role, and those who are committed to helping us create an inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, people who identify as LGBTQ+ and people with disabilities.

If you wish to discuss the role in more detail, initially please contact the administrative lead for this position.

The University of Southampton is a signatory of the Technician Commitment https://www.technicians.org.uk/technician-commitment  and a partner affiliate of the National Technician Development Centre (NTDC) https://nationaltechnicianscentre.ac.uk . We offer a wide range of opportunities for staff including networking, mentoring, training, professional registration and career development. We are committed to all our technical staff, recognising the broad range of skills they have in support of education, research and enterprise activities. By joining Southampton you will be part of a bigger technical community https://www.southampton.ac.uk/about/our-people/technical-staff.page .


University of Southampton

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented  individual to manage the iSolutions self-service portal, which includes the Knowledge Base and  several self-service forms. This role is crucial in ensuring that staff and students have seamless online access to self-service support materials for all iSolutions systems and services.

About the Role

This role is pivotal in ensuring that our Knowledge Base is comprehensive, user-friendly, and continuously updated. You will have a crucial role in meeting the evolving needs of our university community.

You will be part of a brand-new team and service. We are committed to shaping the delivery of our customer IT support services within an ITIL-based environment using our ServiceNow platform. 

What you’ll do

You will be working closely with Service Owners and Support Teams to maximise the value and use of the Knowledge Base. You will promote its awareness and use and review all associated processes and procedures:

Producing / coordinating the production of new articles and forms 

Keeping the existing articles and forms relevant and up to date 

Continually improving the portal and knowledge service making use of new technologies as they arise 

You will have an active role in making recommendations and implementing the agreed changes.

You will enjoy being an active member of a busy, dynamic and exciting department. You will be committed to keeping extremely high standards and achieving tight deadlines with high levels of stakeholder satisfaction.

What you’ll bring 

Strong skills in identifying, engaging, and managing relationships with various stakeholders.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information and collaborate with diverse teams and customers.

Ability to analyse requirements, identify gaps, and propose effective solutions.

Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently.

Meticulous attention to detail to ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of the Knowledge Base.

Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions to improve processes and services.

Familiarity with digital information services and service management tools.

Knowledge of best practices in service management, including ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) or similar frameworks.

Experience in creating and maintaining comprehensive documentation, including Knowledge Base articles or similar resources.

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. iSolutions is the University’s IT support service whose 230+ staff support the delivery of the University’s research and education activities as well as the usual business operations. We would love you to join us and help change the world for the better.

The University of Southampton promotes a healthy work life balance with generous holiday allowance (20+ days), defined benefit pension, flexi-time and flexible working, generous parental leave and childcare provision. For more information on our benefits, please visit our human resources pages.


University of Latvia

Rankings

World University Rankings 20251001-1200^th

Arts and Humanities 2024601+

Clinical and Health 2024601-800^th

Computer Science 2024601-800^th

Life Sciences 2024601-800^th

Physical Sciences 2024601-800^th

Social Sciences 2024601-800^th

Impact Rankings

Impact Rankings 2024201-300^th

No Poverty 2024401-600^th

Zero Hunger 2024401-600^th

Good Health and Wellbeing 2024301-400^th

Quality Education 2024301-400^th

Gender Equality 2024101-200^th

Clean Water and Sanitation 2020201-300^th

Affordable and Clean Energy 2024301-400^th

Decent Work and Economic Growth 2024201-300^th

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 2024201-300^th

Reduced Inequalities 2024601-800^th

Sustainable Cities and Communities 2024101-200^th

Responsible Consumption and Production 2020301+

Climate Action 2024401-600^th

Life below Water 2024301-400^th

Life on Land 2024301-400^th

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions 2024=78^th

Partnership for the Goals 2024101-200^th

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Key Student Statistics

Subjects Taught at the University of Latvia

Social Sciences601–800^th

Physical Sciences601–800^th

Life Sciences601–800^th

Computer Science601–800^th

Clinical and Health601–800^th

Arts and Humanities601+

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University of Latvia

Rankings

Arts and Humanities 2024601+

Clinical and Health 2024601-800th

Computer Science 2024601-800th

Life Sciences 2024601-800th

Physical Sciences 2024601-800th

Social Sciences 2024601-800th

Impact Rankings

Impact Rankings 2024201-300th

No Poverty 2024401-600th

Zero Hunger 2024401-600th

Good Health and Wellbeing 2024301-400th

Quality Education 2024301-400th

Gender Equality 2024101-200th

Clean Water and Sanitation 2020201-300th

Affordable and Clean Energy 2024301-400th

Decent Work and Economic Growth 2024201-300th

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 2024201-300th

Reduced Inequalities 2024601-800th

Sustainable Cities and Communities 2024101-200th

Responsible Consumption and Production 2020301+

Climate Action 2024401-600th

Life below Water 2024301-400th

Life on Land 2024301-400th

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions 2024=78th

Partnership for the Goals 2024101-200th

Discover similar universities

Key Student Statistics

Subjects Taught at the University of Latvia

Social Sciences.css-umjwst{margin-left:0.5rem;vertical-align:middle;font-size:0.75rem;color:#595959;}601–800th

Physical Sciences601–800th

Life Sciences601–800th

Computer Science601–800th

Clinical and Health601–800th

Arts and Humanities601+

Clinical and Health 2024601-800^th

Computer Science 2024601-800^th

Life Sciences 2024601-800^th

Physical Sciences 2024601-800^th

Social Sciences 2024601-800^th

Impact Rankings 2024201-300^th

No Poverty 2024401-600^th

Zero Hunger 2024401-600^th

Good Health and Wellbeing 2024301-400^th

Quality Education 2024301-400^th

Gender Equality 2024101-200^th

Clean Water and Sanitation 2020201-300^th

Affordable and Clean Energy 2024301-400^th

Decent Work and Economic Growth 2024201-300^th

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 2024201-300^th

Reduced Inequalities 2024601-800^th

Sustainable Cities and Communities 2024101-200^th

Climate Action 2024401-600^th

Life below Water 2024301-400^th

Life on Land 2024301-400^th

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions 2024=78^th

Partnership for the Goals 2024101-200^th

Social Sciences601–800^th

Physical Sciences601–800^th

Life Sciences601–800^th

Computer Science601–800^th

Clinical and Health601–800^th