Sichuan University

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Operations department at Surrey Sports Park for a full- time Recreation Assistant. We are looking for a proactive, self-motivated and highly organised individual to join our friendly and busy team. The role is active and varied and you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the centre. General responsibilities will include cleaning, maintenance, set up, maintaining, and dismantling of equipment for preparation of areas and sessions as appropriate. Providing poolside supervision, including making water-based rescues and ensuring activities can be carried out safely, effectively and within a prescribed timescale. This role will include working on a rota of an average of 40 hours per week including weekends, early mornings and evening shifts. About you If you hold excellent customer service skills, are passionate about sport and fitness, and enjoy working as part of a team please apply. An RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is essential for this role, but training and funding will be provided for candidates who pass the swim test and interview. About Us Surrey Sports Park is at the heart of sport and physical activity in Surrey, and our mission is to deliver the best possible sport, health and wellbeing experience to our University of Surrey students and to the wider SSP community. We provide strategic added value to the University by delivering an outstanding student experience through social and competitive sport and providing an excellent environment for wellness and fitness for Surrey staff and students, and our community impact is significant both culturally and physically. In addition to salary, we provide: Free full access membership at Surrey Sports Park, and discounted for family and friends Generous annual leave entitlement of 33 days holiday Varied and supportive work environment Employee Assistance Programme – via BHSF RISE Generous pension (employers’ contribution up to 12%)  How to apply Please complete our online application form by clicking the "apply online" button. The supporting statement section should set out how your qualifications, experience and training meet each of the selection criteria. Please provide one or more paragraphs addressing each criterion. The supporting statement is an essential part of the selection process and thus a failure to provide this information will mean that the application will not be considered. An answer to any of the criteria such as "please see attached CV" will not be considered acceptable. Further details Job Description

At the University of Vienna, over 11,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Around 7,500 of them are academic staff. Personalities who contribute to international cutting-edge research and teaching with their curiosity and pursuit of excellence. With us, they find the space to try things out and develop their potential. Would you like to do the same? We are looking for a University assistant (predoctoral) at the Department of Political Science 49 Faculty of Social Sciences Startdate: 01.12.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Limited until: 30.11.2030 Reference no.: 5720 The announcement is made for four years, whereby the employment relationship is initially limited to 1.5 years and is automatically extended to a total of four years, unless the employer submits a declaration of non-renewal after a maximum of 12 months. Your personal sphere of influence: Your future place is at the Department of Political Science in the research area of Political Theory. The Department of Political Science, a subunit of the Faculty of Social Sciences, addresses all major fields of political science. It is dedicated to innovative and problem-oriented research and provides students with a wide range of specialisations. Members of the Department study the transformation of governance, statehood and democracy across different policy areas, geographical regions and political areas. In the research area of Political Theory, we aim to represent the spectrum of political theory in both research and teaching. Our particular focus is on (radical) democratic theories as well as approaches of hegemony theory, poststructuralism, and critical theory. Another important area of work is the history of political ideas, ideologies, and concepts. We view political theory as a dynamic field of debates that sharpens our understanding of social and political challenges. As a University assistant predoctoral, you will complement the research team in the research area of Political Theory. The team currently consists of eight postdocs, predocs, and administrative colleagues. Your future tasks: You actively participate in research, teaching & administration in the research area of Political Theory (Univ. Prof. Dr. Oliver Marchart), which means: Participation in research projects Contribution to publications / scientific articles / presentations Participation in the development of a media platform for political theory Participation in organising workshops, conferences, and symposia Project applications and acquisition of third-party funding We expect you to finalise your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement Supervision of students You take on administrative tasks in the department, teaching, and research administration This is part of your personality: Completed Master's degree or Diploma in the field of Political Science or a related field with a focus on political theory Strong expertise in the history of political ideas and contemporary political theory, with an emphasis on approaches of critical thought and radical democracy Didactic competences IT user skills Excellent command of English and German (C1 Level) You are a team player with high social/communicative skills Desirable qualifications: Teaching experience / experience with e-learning Knowledge of university processes and structures International experience Basic experience in academic research 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. Good public transport connections: Your workplace is easily accessible by public transport. 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 3.776,10 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience. Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! It is that easy to apply: Letter of motivation Scientific curriculum vitae / list of publications Evidence of teaching experience (if available) Exposé for a doctoral project (approx. 5-10 pages) One academic writing sample (e.g., publication, term paper, chapter of master thesis) Contact details of two referees Degree certificates / proof of completed Master's studies/Diploma Via our  job portal / Apply now - button If you have any questions, please contact: Univ. Prof. Mag. Dr. Oliver Marchart oliver.marchart@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 place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, 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. Data protection Application deadline: 07/10/2026 Prae Doc

As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets that are relevant to industry demands while working on research projects in SIT. The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver on an industry innovation research project where you will be part of the research team to lead the storm surge modelling in the Singapore Sea. As a specialist in wave modelling software, the successful candidate will work on cutting-edge projects related to coastal and ocean wave modelling using Delt3D software. The role of the researcher is to perform physics-based modeling to build a numerical model that can predict storm surges in Singapore coastlines based on different weather conditions. The researcher will also work with team members within the consortium in generating necessary data required for developing a machine learning model for storm surge prediction. Key Responsibilities Participate in and manage the research project with Principal Investigator (PI), Co-PI and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met. Undertake these responsibilities in the project: Delft3D and SWAN Modelling: Utilize Delft3D and SWAN software to develop and validate numerical models for wave propagation, storm surge modelling, and coastal dynamics. Building up of a database of sea level anomaly with extreme weather conditions: Utilize the developed numerical model to build a database of sea level anomaly with different weather conditions, which can be used to develop a data-driven model for storm surge prediction. Data Analysis: Process and analyze climate, ocean wave and coastal data to improve model accuracy. Research: Conduct research to enhance wave modelling techniques and contribute to the advancement of coastal engineering and oceanography. Impact Assessment: Evaluating the potential impacts of storm surges on coastal regions, including flood risk assessments and vulnerability analyses. Collaboration: Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including hydrodynamic researchers, coastal engineers, and oceanographers. Reporting: Prepare research findings for publication in scientific journals and present results at conferences. Carry out Risk Assessment, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations. Coordinate procurement and liaison with vendors/suppliers. Work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment. Assists in co-supervision of Final Year Projects (FYP) or capstone projects students together with the project PI. The employee is to communicate with any relevant internal or external stakeholders to ensure project deliverables are met. Any adhoc duties assigned. Requirements PhD or Master degree in a related field with a focus on coastal engineering, oceanography, or hydrodynamics. Proficiency in wave modeling software, particularly Delft3D and SWAN. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Research experience in coastal and ocean waves is preferred. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and teamwork abilities Proficiency in machine learning will be an advantage Key Competencies Able to build and maintain strong working relationships with people within and external to the university. Self-directed learner who believes in continuous learning and development Proficient in technical writing and presentation Possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills Show strong initiative and take ownership of work