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Department: Innovation Value Institute Services Vacancy ID: 039444 Closing Date: 27-Jan-2026 Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. The Innovation Value Institute (IVI) at Maynooth University is seeking a results-oriented Project Manager to lead and scale the Rethink/Redesign initiative, which supports organisations in leveraging digital technologies to transform business models and operations. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence, ensuring delivery of company projects, and converting engagements into follow-on funding opportunities. The Project Manager will also oversee governance, stakeholder engagement, quality assurance, project execution, and Objectives and Key Results (OKR) reporting to align with Maynooth University’s strategic objectives. Salary: Administration Officer II: €46,418 - €51,553 p.a. (1-3 points) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Tuesday, 27th January 2026. Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted. Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer The position is subject to the Statutes of the University

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 , Continuing position Salary HEW Level 7 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working About the Role: The Education Regulation, Compliance and Assurance (ERCA) function provides strategic and operational guidance and support to RMIT on the development, implementation, monitoring and review of frameworks to manage compliance in operational areas. ERCA undertakes activities to monitor and improve compliance performance and culture throughout the RMIT Group and to provide compliance assurance to senior executive staff and the University's Council. The ERCA team provide enterprise-wide expert advice on all education regulatory activity relating to RMIT's registration as an Australian University and multi-sector provider, including acting as principal contact to TEQSA, the Australian Higher Education Regulator. ERCA has three streams: Reviews and Reports, Education and Capability, and Assurance. As the Compliance Coordinator - Reviews and Reports, you will work as part of a small team responsible for delivering an annual schedule of reviews and projects. Your role will include conducting compliance and quality assurance assessments and reviews and preparing associated reports and presentations that assure quality, strengthen institutional education regulation compliance, identify risks and make recommendations to management, in relation to all relevant Education Regulation Standards and Acts (HESF, 2025 Standards - RTOs and ESOS). About You: To be successful in this position, you will have as a minimum: Demonstrated knowledge and experience in interpreting regulatory requirements, threshold requirements and standards in an education context relevant to Australian and international education and the operations of a global university. Specific experience in conducting compliance reviews against the HESF and interpreting TEQSA requirements is highly desirable. Ability to analyse and interpret evidence against compliance requirements, make practical recommendations to address risks to compliance and provide strategic, solution-focused advice to ERCA managers and RMIT stakeholders. Ability to analyse academic and administrative policy and procedure settings, connect knowledge of relevant legislation and explain implications for the broader organisation. Excellent scheduling, organisation, analytical and writing skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet team and management timelines. Ability to adapt and/or re-prioritise projects and tasks at short notice, assisting the team and managers in meeting unexpected and tight legislative or statutory deadlines. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders. A relevant tertiary qualification and experience in an assurance or compliance environment in a university, multi-sector environment, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience from a regulatory (TEQSA or ASQA) or tertiary education environment. Experience conducting compliance assurance reviews of transnational education partnerships is also highly desirable. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. About the Portfolio The Office of the Vice-Chancellor (OVC) Portfolio supports the Vice-Chancellor and President in all aspects of their work, and provides specialist strategic advice on, and has oversight of, enterprise governance, compliance, policy, regulatory, and student lifecycle functions, activities and services. The OVC Portfolio comprises two groups: the Executive Office, and the University Secretariat and Academic Registrar's Group. The Executive Office provides strategic, executive, and advisory support to the Vice-Chancellor, and facilitates their engagement with a diverse range of stakeholders including the university community, industry, external partners, as well as the executive and other stakeholders. The Executive Office sets and advises on the "rhythm of the business" to support the flow of ideas and actions across the University, and oversees executive operations including provision of advice and secretariat support for the University Executive Committee. The Executive Office also supports the Vice-Chancellor's strategic work program to ensure longitudinal alignment with RMIT's Mission, Vision, Strategy, and Values. The University Secretariat and Academic Registrar's Group (USARG) is responsible for a range of governance, compliance, regulatory, and student lifecycle activities from enrolment though to graduation. The USARG operating environment is highly complex in view of more than 99,000 student enrolments across the University in both vocational and higher education programs at campuses in Melbourne, Europe and Vietnam, as well as at several offshore locations in conjunction with educational and industry partners. The USARG has a staff establishment of around 145 EFT across Australia and Vietnam, and an operating budget in excess of $20 million. Core University services provided by the USARG include: Academic Governance and Systems: government reporting, systems operations, academic and admissions governance; invigilated assessment (accreditation compliance); Enrolment and Student Records: student financials governance, student records, enrolment compliance and records, student visa and identity compliance, and global student records; Completions and Graduations: program completions and graduation ceremonies; University Secretariat: Council Committees and controlled entities; Education Regulation, Compliance and Assurance: regulatory compliance and assurance; Office of the University Secretary and Academic Registrar: complex and high risk student matters, external review and stakeholder requests, privacy and freedom of information, compliance, central policy, and contract services. https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/governance-management/rmit-structure/ovc To Apply Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page. For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Janelle Williams Hurley, Senior Compliance Manager via email janelle.williams.hurley@rmit.edu.au. For further information regarding recruitment processes, please contact Emily Kaye, Talent Acquisition Advisor via email at emily.kaye@rmit.edu.au. Position Description - Compliance Coordinator Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click 'apply' and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Due to recent upgrades, position description links may not work on LinkedIn advertisements. #LI-Hybrid Applications Close: 30 Jan 2026 11.59 pm