Babeş-Bolyai University

Description The Water Research Center at New York University Abu Dhabi seeks to recruit a Post-Doctoral Associate to develop calix[n]arene-based covalent organic frameworks for water purification, under the supervision of Professor Ali Trabolsi, Professor of Chemistry and co-PI at the Water Research Center. The successful candidate will develop new calix[n]arene-based covalent organic frameworks for water purification applications. To explore this area of macrocycle-based porous frameworks for water contaminant removal, the candidate will be involved in the directed synthesis of organic macrocycle containing linkers and porous frameworks and then investigate the supramolecular interactions with various organic pollutants. This would require knowledge in the design and synthesis of porous frameworks, particularly in techniques such as Schlenk line, glove box, powder X-ray diffraction, electron diffraction, electron microscopy, and porosity analysis. The candidate is expected to have a thorough understanding of the analytical techniques used to characterize the materials. Experience in the application of such materials to water treatment is preferred. The candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment consisting of PhD scientists, graduate students, and undergraduate students. Applicants must have a PhD in chemistry or materials science.  Excellent experimental and synthetic skills relevant to the project (particularly, synthesis of covalent organic frameworks) are required. The terms of employment are very competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcript of degree, a one-page summary of research accomplishments and interests, and at least 2 letters of recommendation, all in PDF format. About NYUAD: NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU’s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities. EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity Employer UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.

Department: Department of Information and Library Studies – Faculty of Arts Deadline: 12 Feb 2026 Start date: 1. 3. 2026 Job type: part-time Job field: Science and research The Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Masaryk University announces an open competition for the position:  Researcher with a focus on Instructional Design Workplace: Department of Information and Library Studies, Faculty of Arts, Masaryk university, Brno, Czech Republic  Position Type: non-academic position in research EU Researcher Profile: R1 Amount of Working Hours: part-time 20 hours per week  Employment Contract Type: fixed term (employment contract for 1 year with the possibility of extension) Expected Start Date: 1. 3. 2026 or by agreement Number of Open Positions: 1  Application Deadline: 12. 2. 2026 WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR  The Department of Information and Library Studies is seeking a Researcher for the OPTAK project. We are looking for an expert to bridge the gap between user research and instructional design. In this role, you will contribute to the development of innovative STEM modules within 3D, VR, and XR environments. Your objective will be to design and validate learning experiences incorporating elements of gamification and adaptive learning. We are looking for a candidate who will ensure that the education provided is pedagogically effective, user-friendly, and data-driven. Join us in defining the future of education in immersive technologies! MAIN JOB CONTENT  Designing and testing learning scenarios and modules for theoretical and practical STEM education within 3D, gamified, and VR environments. Collaborating on instructional design: conducting target audience needs assessments, designing prototypes, and leading validation efforts. Partnering on UI/UX design to ensure the interface is both user-friendly and pedagogically effective. Supporting pilot implementation: gathering user feedback, evaluating usability, and analyzing learning outcomes. Preparing technical documentation for solution architecture and platform integration (e.g., content structure, user flow/pathways, and research data sources). Developing methodologies, frameworks, and recommendations for implementing STEM-focused instructional strategies. Contributing to dissemination efforts: conducting workshops, delivering presentations, and co-authoring professional publications and outputs. WE REQUEST  Professional education, qualifications and experience Master’s degree (completed or ongoing) – required Previous experience in the field - advantage  Language skills  English language skills at least at B2 level. Excellent knowledge of the Czech language in both written and spoken. Requirements related to job content Experience with instructional design and the creation of learning scenarios. Experience with user research or evaluation of educational solutions (e.g., user testing, interviews, and feedback processing). Strong understanding of didactic principles, adaptive learning, and learning evaluation (e.g., measuring learning outcomes). Strong analytical and synthesis skills, with experience in both qualitative and quantitative research methods. Excellent communication skills for collaboration within a multidisciplinary team (research, design, development, and educators). The advantage is  Experience within a university environment or academia. Experience with educational technology (EdTech), gamification, or adaptive learning. Field experience conducting research with primary/secondary school students and teachers. Knowledge of accessibility and inclusive design principles, or practical experience with accessibility testing. Experience working in interdisciplinary and international teams. Previous experience in academic research or an interdisciplinary background in educational sciences/pedagogy. WE OFFER  Working environment  stable working environment in a prestigious institution employment in a prestigious institution awarded by the HR Excellence in Research access to interesting projects friendly and inspiring working environment convenient location of the faculty in the city centre a friendly approach to work-life balance Employee benefits 6 weeks of paid vacation per year, flexible working hours with the possibility to work partly from home for better work life balance, meal allowance in the salary or for meals in canteens, pension insurance contribution or nursery school/ playgroup allowance, selected vaccinations free of charge, favourable mobile tariffs Vodafone, Multisport card, sports lessons organized by the Faculty of Sports Studies, the nursery school Elánek for children of employees near the faculty. Training and development Opportunities for training and personal development, e.g., language and other courses provided by MU, use of MU libraries, use of placements and mobilities abroad, participation in conferences, etc. HOW TO APPLY  Please send your application via the electronic application link by 12. 2. 2026 (please use the link in the Electronic Application section below) and please attach all required documents. The following documents are required as a part of your application: ​​cover letter specifying the area of research interest ​​structured CV with an overview of previous experience  ​​copies of proof of education Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation of acceptance to your e-mail address. After the e-application deadline, you will receive information about the next steps.  If you are unsure, please contact the FF MU Personnel Office: Mgr. Lída Oplatková, email: oplatkova@phil.muni.cz SELECTION PROCESS Selection criteria: submitting of all required documents in the e-application compliance of the candidate's profile with the requirements for the job as stated above Suitable candidates will be invited to a personal interview, which may also take the form of a videoconference. Selection procedures rules at the Faculty of Arts of MU can be found on our careers page. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you! MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY, THE FACULTY AND THE DEPARTMENT Masaryk University is the second largest university in the Czech Republic, with 10 faculties and a number of other specialized units, more than 6,000 employees and 32,000 students. We are a university with a wide range of research areas in the humanities and natural sciences and a strong international position. Our mission is to provide education and research of the highest quality. The Faculty of Arts of Masaryk University is one of the four founding faculties of Masaryk University and since its foundation in 1919 it has been not only an important centre of humanities and social science education, science, research, and development, but also an institution that actively participates in shaping the cultural life of the city and the region. Traditionally, it has been profiled as a research-oriented faculty generating approximately one fifth of MU's research volume. The faculty has more than 600 employees and by the student population of over 6,000 is the largest faculty at the university. Since 2021, the faculty has been the proud holder of the HR Excellence in Research Award from the European Commission. You can find out more information about the faculty on the website or on Facebook. For information on HR work set according to European standards, visit the HR Award faculty website. Department: Information about the Department of Information and Library Studies at the Faculty of Arts of MU can be found at: https://www.kisk.cz Jméno a příjmení: PhDr. Ladislava Zbiejczuk Suchá, Ph.D. e-mail: sucha@phil.muni.cz telefon: +420 777 035 620

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