Al-Qalam University Katsina

Ref.: 534072 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, School of Clinical Medicine (21000) Categories: Professoriate Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Professor/Associate Professor (several posts) in the Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, School of Clinical Medicine (Ref.: 534072), to commence as soon as possible, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and with consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract, subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. Exceptionally outstanding candidates may be considered for appointment on tenure terms, subject to University’s approval.  Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Medicine, Surgery, Biomedical Engineering, Health Science, or a related discipline, with proven experience in clinical research and research project management. They should have (i) a strong record of high-quality research as indicated by impactful publications and external grants, (ii) evidence of international recognition, (iii) cross-disciplinary collaborative ties locally and internationally, and (iv) an outstanding record of teaching, mentoring and supervising research postgraduate students.     The appointees are expected to participate in the planning and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, supervise research staff and research postgraduate students, conduct high-quality scholarly research, and contribute to services/administration at the Department and Faculty levels. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. The University only accepts online applications for the above posts.  Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. with contact information of at least three referees, and statements of teaching and research. Review of applications will start from March 11, 2026 and continue until July 11, 2026, or until the posts are filled, whichever is earlier.

Project: Statistical modelling the Evolution of Sex-Specific Differences in Life History and Immunity Supervisors: Dr. Elina Numminen, Faculty of Science, University of Helsinki, and Dr. Piret Avila Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences, University of Helsinki We are looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to develop statistical models and analyses to combine theoretical ecology predictions and empirical data on the evolution of sex-specific differences in immunity and life history traits. As we intend to conduct interviews also during the application period, we appreciate receiving your application as soon as possible. However, it is possible to apply until February 28, 2026 (at 23:59 UTC +2). The ideal starting date is from March 2026 onwards, and preferably by September 2026. The position involves developing and fitting models on natural selection shaping sex-specific immune strategies to the related empirical datasets of various kinds and from various sources. For this, novel statistical approaches for assessing hypotheses, comparing models and combining different types of data are developed. This position is part of the interdisciplinary consortium at the University of Helsinki, Sex Differences in Immunity, led by Dr. Avila, which brings together researchers across evolutionary biology, immunology, genomics, demography, and statistics to bridge evolutionary and mechanistic explanations of sex differences in immunity. WHAT WE OFFER A fully-funded 3-year position at the Department of Mathematics and Statistics of the University of Helsinki (Kumpula campus) An opportunity to conduct research as part of a vibrant interdisciplinary consortium, using statistical models to bridge evolutionary theory with immunology, genomics, and demography Collaboration across disciplines, with research visits to leading groups in the field Funding for attending international conferences to build your scientific network A starting salary of 3800-4000 euros/month depending on the appointees’ qualifications and experience Access to excellent resources and professional development opportunities Occupational health care, flexible working hours, and an opportunity for 6 weeks of paid annual leave Support for internationally recruited employees with their transition to work and live in Finland Academic community that promotes diversity, international engagement and equality. We encourage all qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions. YOUR PROFILE PhD in statistics, mathematics, biology, evolutionary anthropology or a related field Strong background in statistical and mathematical modelling and in the analysis of real-world datasets Experience in interdisciplinarity and good collaboration skills Ability to develop and pursue independent research questions  Fluent English skills APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Applications shall be submitted through the University of Helsinki´s recruitment system and include the following documents: A CV, including a list of publications  An application letter describing your suitability for the position and motivation to apply for it (max. 2 pages) Contact information of two person who are willing to provide a reference letter upon request  External applicants, please submit your application via the Apply Now button. Internal applicants, who have a helsinki.fi username and a valid employment/grant/visitor contract, please submit your application via the Employee login button. The application deadline is February 28, 2026 (at 23:59 UTC +2). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION About the position: Dr. Elina Numminen, elina.numminen@helsinki.fi Recruitment system: recruitment@helsinki.fi Department of Mathematics and Statistics: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-science/faculty/mathematics-and-statistics Kumpula Campus: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/visit-us/campuses/kumpula-campus Why University of Helsinki: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/why-university-helsinki 10 reasons to work in Helsinki: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/why-university-helsinki/why-helsinki Why Finland: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/why-university-helsinki

Full time, fixed term for 5 years Contribute to cutting-edge aerospace and defence research Base Salary $146,197 - $154,260 + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The ARC Industrial Transformation Training Centre for High-Speed Propulsion, Rocket and Launch Systems (HiPR-LS) is being established with the purpose of creating a highly-skilled workforce that will transform Australia's capacity to develop, manufacture and maintain rocket and launch systems for the Defence and Civil Space sectors. HiPR-LS is seeking a Training Centre Manager to lead its operations. Based at the University of Sydney, you will oversee a dynamic team and provide leadership across multiple nodes at Monash University, RMIT, and the University of Queensland. This role is pivotal in driving research training, collaboration, and external engagement with both industry and public sector partners, as well as leading international universities in this field. Your key responsibilities will be work closely with the Centre Director, executive and external advisory committees, and external partners manage operational and administrative functions of the centre, and provide administrative leadership across all nodes provide leadership and support to staff in the operations team, including direct reports oversee financial management and reporting requirements ensure compliance with governance, Work Health and Safety, and national security standards support research staff, students, and stakeholders in achieving Centre goals About you tertiary qualifications in a relevant field, or equivalent training and experience demonstrated administration experience in a tertiary organisation proven office management and financial management expertise, including budget oversight experience supervising, mentoring, and managing staff performance strong capability in establishing and reviewing administrative procedures must be an Australian citizen, as stipulated in project conditions eligible and willing to get an Australian Government security clearance if deemed necessary Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible 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 are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by 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 LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation attesting to your qualifications and relevant experience) 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 Tooba Fida, Recruitment Operations by email to tooba.fida@sydney.edu.a © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Tuesday 27 January 2026 11:59 PM