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United Kingdom, 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 Southampton

Australia, Adelaide

Academic Level E $208,477 per annum plus 17% superannuation with negotiations for loading based on leadership role.

Full time, ongoing position.

Established in 1874, The University of Adelaide is the third oldest university in Australia.  It is a member of the prestigious Group of Eight research intensive universities and has an international reputation for conducting world-leading research across a wide spectrum of areas.  Adelaide is consistently ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide.

The School of Education has a strong research culture spanning various disciplinary areas including inclusive education, wellbeing education, assessment and evaluation, social and digital change, and international and comparative education. As we look to the future and the exciting pathway ahead, we are seeking a dynamic, innovative ground-breaking researcher in the field of teacher education, particularly initial teacher education. This is a fantastic opportunity for a leader in this field to contribute to new program development and shape ITE in South Australia.

A truly unique career opportunity awaits; The School has approximately 30 staff and revenue in excess of $30 million. Reporting to the Head of School, you will be a leading member of the School of Education available to sit on committees and to take on leadership roles as and when they arise. This is a balanced role spanning teaching and research, which will involve undergraduate teaching and postgraduate supervision. The position offers a fantastic opportunity to make an important contribution to the education of the next generation, to build collaborative research networks, and to model the highest standards of research excellence and collegiality.

This professorial appointment is targeted to the fields of Teacher Education, specifically initial teacher education.

To be successful you will need: 


	To be a dynamic senior academic who has a reputation of academic distinction in teacher education
	A track record of outstanding scholarly publications
	Evidence of significant domestic and international research networks
	Sustained success in winning competitive grant funding
	Demonstrated ability to forge partnerships with community, industry or other organisations in producing impactful research outcomes
	Demonstrated experience in providing high-quality undergraduate teaching and postgraduate supervision
	Evidence of a leadership style that promotes capacity for collaboration and supports the mentoring of colleagues


 Enjoy an outstanding career environment

The University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you a vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your faculty's broader role

The Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Economics is a place of innovative practice and thought leadership across a diverse range of disciplines. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and has strong connections with business and industry, including internationally.

Learn more at: able.adelaide.edu.au

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Please click here to view the selection criteria document and apply. Please ensure you submit an updated resume and cover letter addressing your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the selection criteria document.

Applications close 11:55pm AEDT, 6 December 2024.

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

 For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:
Professor Susan James Relly, Head of the School of Education
susan.jamesrelly@adelaide.edu.au

You'll find a full position description and/or selection criteria at the link below.

The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. 


The University of Adelaide

$112,717 – $133,853 plus 17% superannuation

Australia, Newcastle

Teach into mechatronics engineering for undergraduate and honours students Contribute to attracting competitive external grant funding at national and international levels Competitive salary, flexible working, 17% super and so much more…

Job no: HRC0009113

Category: Academic Level B

Base Salary: $112,717 – $133,853 plus 17% superannuation

Position: Full-time, Continuing

Location: Callaghan Campus

Our university

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and create a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.

For more information click here – Our Uni.

Our school

The School of Engineering is one of the most research-intensive Schools within the University. The School offers Engineering degree programs in Aerospace Systems, Chemical, Civil, Computer Systems, Electrical and Electronic, Environmental, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Medical, and, Renewable Energy as well as degree programs in Surveying and Geospatial Engineering. It is rated well above the sector average for quality of overall experience for undergraduate engineering students and for median salaries and is equipped with modern teaching and research facilities for staff.

The University was established to serve the Hunter and Central Coast. The Hunter region has the greatest growth in NSW outside of the Sydney Basin and is home to the Newcastle Port, Williamtown airport and the Williamtown RAAF base as well as developers and manufacturers of a diverse range of technologies and devices. It is rich in natural mineral and water resources, electricity generation capacity and food and wine producers and offers exciting opportunities for research and industrial collaboration. The School is highly research active, contributing substantially to the overall research inputs and outputs of the College and University. This is reflected in the 2018 Excellence in Research in Australia outcomes where Electrical, Civil, Mechanical and Resource engineering FOR codes received an ERA5.

Be challenged and imagine with us

The School of Engineering is seeking to appoint a Lecturer specialising in Mechatronics Engineering, undertaking research into priority areas including energy-based modelling and control. As the degree program is focussed on Autonomous Systems, the successful applicant will teach from a model-based control systems perspective. You will also have the opportunity to support the NU Marine team (as part of the international RobotX competition) and create and evolve ongoing collaborative relationships with local and international Mechatronics industries, including industries operating in the Williamtown RAAF airbase precinct.

How will you inspire us

The successful candidates will have:


	A PhD in Mechatronics Engineering or related field with a strong background in analytical mechanics and energy-based control methods.
	Demonstrated record of high-quality contribution to research, including evidence of international and national research and industry collaborations/partnerships.
	Demonstrated recent record of successfully taking a chief investigator role (often in conjunction with more experienced researchers) in funding initiatives and obtaining, competitive, external research funding including industry funded research.
	Demonstrated recent active supervision of honours and masters research projects as well as Higher Degree by Research students.
	Demonstrated recent ability to contribute to teaching at undergraduate and honours levels, taking responsibility for the preparation and delivery of course modules. Specialist areas of teaching for this role include analytical mechanics and energy-based control methods.
	Demonstrated recent ability to efficiently perform in allocated internal roles, sharing academic service responsibilities, contributing to outcomes of internal committees, and beginning to develop external collaborations.
	 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including an inter-disciplinary way of working, capacity to build relationships and engagement with industry stakeholders. 


 What we offer 

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. 

These include: 


	flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy);
	17% super and salary packaging;
	additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme;
	discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more;
	wellbeing programs. 


For information on our employee benefits please visit here.  

Your next steps 

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role. It’s important you read this document to ensure you are providing all the requirements of your application. 

If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where copies of the Position Descriptions can be accessed. Please download the relevant copy before commencing your application. 

Candidates will be contacted following Selection committee Review in December with interviews scheduled to take place in January 2025. Referees will not be contacted without consent, and reference checks will take place following the interview process.

Your application must include:


	Your ORCID ID (if relevant)
	A URL link to your University Academic Profile (or equivalent)
	A Cover Letter:
	outlining your interest in the role
	include contact details for a minimum of three relevant referees.
	A statement formally addressing each criterion of the Essential and Desirable Criteria, as provided in the relevant Position Description attached below.
	Your CV, which should be a maximum of five pages and be succinct and discipline appropriate. 


Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document. 

Your Cover Letter should not exceed 1 page and Response to the Essential and Desirable Criteria should not exceed 4 pages.

For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the relevant Position Description for which you are applying (available in the Related Documents section below). 

For specific position enquiries, please contact Associate Professor Thomas Fiedler, School of Engineering at thomas.fiedler@newcastle.edu.au or on (02) 4921 6188.

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au

Move to Newcastle

A move to Newcastle, Australia offers you the choice to live in the city, by the sea or near bushland - the region offers a wonderful place for a family to grow and the opportunity to strike a work/life balance.

Visit the City of Newcastle site to imagine your future in Newcastle.

Closing date: Thursday 5th December, 2024 at 11.59 pm AEDT 

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you!

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Birpai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.


University of Newcastle Australia

United Kingdom, Lancaster

Competitive remuneration and benefits

Lancaster University, set within a stunning 578-acre parkland, is a vibrant community of 24,000 students and a TEF Gold institution ranked in the UK’s top 10 by the Complete University Guide 2025. Nearly half of our REF 21 submission achieved a 4* rating, underscoring our commitment to excellence in research and teaching. With an ambitious vision to be globally significant, we strive to lead and innovate, engaging locally, nationally, and internationally in the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
We are now seeking an exceptional Director of Strategic Planning and Governance to join our leadership team during a transformative period as we welcome a new Vice-Chancellor in 2025. Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive (Operations) and working closely with the University’s executive, the Director will oversee three critical units—strategic planning, governance, and strategic projects—and will play a pivotal role in seamlessly integrating these functions to elevate the University’s performance.
Lancaster is in an era of transformation and renewal, encompassing international campus expansion, engagement in major regional partnerships supporting economic growth, and a once-in-a-generation curriculum review. With the current strategic plan guiding us through 2026, the Director will work alongside senior leadership to shape the future direction of the University.

Our ideal candidate is a visionary leader with outstanding interpersonal skills and a proven track record of influencing and collaborating with high-calibre, intellectually driven colleagues. While experience in higher education is advantageous, we welcome candidates from related sectors who demonstrate the ability to build robust, influential relationships with senior management and non-executive boards.

At this exciting time for Lancaster and the higher education sector globally, the Director of Strategic Planning and Governance will be instrumental in driving our mission to serve our students and international community with innovation, foresight, and a commitment to excellence. 
Join us to shape the future of a globally engaged, forward-thinking institution. To find out more please visit www.andersonquigley.com/lancaster-spg.

The closing date for applications is noon on Friday 29th November 2024. 

We warmly welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of their age, religion, gender identity or expression, race, disability or sexual orientation, and are committed to promoting diversity, and equality of opportunity. 


Lancaster University

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive person to support the creation and ongoing delivery of our new Service Catalogue, a self-help service accessible by staff and students. With your passion and skills, you will ensure that our Service Catalogue is comprehensive, user-friendly, and continuously updated. You will have a crucial role in meeting the evolving needs of our university community.

About the Role

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 look after the creation and delivery of the new Service Catalogue:
	Create and disseminate quality criteria and standard templates
	Producing / coordinating the production of new services
	Continually improving the Service Catalogue
	You will be working closely with Service Owners and Support Teams to maximise the value and use of the Service Catalogue.
	You will promote its awareness and use, and review all associated processes and procedures. 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 completeness of the Service Catalogue.
	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 service catalogues 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.


Uppsala University

Rankings

World University Rankings 2025=130^th

Arts and Humanities 2024101-125^th

Business and Economics 2024251-300^th

Clinical and Health 2024101-125^th

Computer Science 2024251-300^th

Education 2024201-250^th

Engineering 2024201-250^th

Law 2024101-125^th

Life Sciences 202453^rd

Physical Sciences 2024126-150^th

Psychology 2024176-200^th

Social Sciences 2024=93^rd

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Subjects Taught at Uppsala University

Social Sciences=93^rd

Psychology176–200^th

Physical Sciences126–150^th

Life Sciences53^rd

Law101–125^th

Engineering201–250^th

Education201–250^th

Computer Science251–300^th

Clinical and Health101–125^th

Arts and Humanities101–125^th

Business and Economics251–300^th

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Uppsala University

Rankings

Arts and Humanities 2024101-125th

Business and Economics 2024251-300th

Clinical and Health 2024101-125th

Computer Science 2024251-300th

Education 2024201-250th

Engineering 2024201-250th

Law 2024101-125th

Life Sciences 202453rd

Physical Sciences 2024126-150th

Psychology 2024176-200th

Social Sciences 2024=93rd

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Key Student Statistics

Subjects Taught at Uppsala University

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Psychology176–200th

Physical Sciences126–150th

Life Sciences53rd

Law101–125th

Engineering201–250th

Education201–250th

Computer Science251–300th

Clinical and Health101–125th

Arts and Humanities101–125th

Business and Economics251–300th

Arts and Humanities 2024101-125^th

Business and Economics 2024251-300^th

Clinical and Health 2024101-125^th

Computer Science 2024251-300^th

Education 2024201-250^th

Engineering 2024201-250^th

Law 2024101-125^th

Life Sciences 202453^rd

Physical Sciences 2024126-150^th

Psychology 2024176-200^th

Social Sciences 2024=93^rd

Social Sciences=93^rd

Psychology176–200^th

Physical Sciences126–150^th

Life Sciences53^rd

Law101–125^th

Engineering201–250^th

Education201–250^th

Computer Science251–300^th

Clinical and Health101–125^th

Arts and Humanities101–125^th

Business and Economics251–300^th