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=95th in World University Rankings 2026
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Founded in 1666, Lund University is a public research university in Sweden that consistently ranks among the world’s top universities.

Located in the city of Lund, in southern Sweden (close to Denmark and Germany), the university also has campuses in Malmö and Helsingborg.

Home to over 41,000 students, 3,000 of them postgraduate, and more than 7,000 staff, it is considered to be one of the biggest Nordic educational and research institutions.

It also boasts one of Scandinavia’s most extensive educational programmes, with over 300 degree programmes and 2,000 courses. Its areas of teaching and research expertise include economics, arts and humanities, theology, law, music and theatre, medicine, science and social sciences.

Lund University’s Library, founded in 1666 at the same time as the university, is one of the country’s oldest and largest buildings.

The city itself dates back to 990, offering 1,000 years of history in its cobble-stone streets, alongside the more modern day attractions of shopping, restaurants and music venues.

With over 600 partner universities in more than 70 countries, Lund belongs to the League of European Research Universities, and Universitas 21, a global network of research universities.

It’s also home to two important scientific facilities: the MAX IV – an electron accelerator laboratory for research into radiation, nuclear physics and accelerator physics – and the European Spallation Source (ESS), for materials research.

The city of Lund has the youngest population of any in Sweden and its atmosphere is described as ‘youthful and laid back.’

The university has dark blue and bronze as its colours, and a motto, Ad utrumque, which translates as ‘Prepared for both the book and the sword’.

It lays claim to many innovations and new discoveries, including facial recognition technology, the wireless technology Bluetooth (named after a Viking chief) and Nicorette, the world’s first nicotine medicine developed to help smokers quit their habit.

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Student gender ratio
56 F : 44 M (1)
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International student percentage
22% (1)
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Students per staff
10.2 (1)
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23748 (1)

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Czech Republic, Brno

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Czech Republic, Brno


Department: Department of Experimental Biology – Faculty of Science Deadline: 8 Feb 2026 Start date: 1.3.2026 or negotiable Job type: part-time Job field: Science and research | Education and schooling Dean of the Faculty of Science, Masaryk University announces an open competition for the position Assistant Professor for Loschmidt Laboratories Workplace: Department of Department of Experimental Biology, Faculty of Science, Masaryk University, Czech Republic Type of Contract: temporary position with 1-year contract with possible extension, academic Working Hours: 0,6 FTE (part-time employment of 24 hours per week) Expected Start Date: 1.3.2026 or negotiable with respect to immigration timelines for non EU candidates Number of Open Positions: 1 Pay: negotiable Application Deadline: 8.2.2026 EU Researcher Profile: R2 About the Workplace Masaryk University is modern, dynamic and the most attractive university in the Czech Republic with ten faculties, more than 7 000 staff and 33 000 students, a wide range of research areas and a strong international position. We are the largest academic employer in the South Moravian Region. Faculty of Science MU, a holder of the HR Excellence in Research Award by the European Commission, is a research-oriented faculty, offering university education (Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degree programs) closely linked to both primary and applied research and high school teaching of the following sciences: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Earth sciences. We are the most productive scientific unit of the Masaryk University generating around 40 % of MU research results. Department of Experimental Biology at the Faculty of Science MU is a modern, fully equipped department where individual research groups conduct research at all levels – from molecules and cells through invertebrates up to humans, and from basic research to the application of results in human and veterinary biomedicine. Job Description Key Duties: Conducting research activities in the field of microfluidics and enzyme kinetics, in particular the design and optimization of experimental systems, the processing and interpretation of acquired data, and publication and project activities in this area Teaching activities in higher education study programmes, including teaching specialized courses and supervising students’ final theses Participation in the preparation, innovation, and accreditation of study programmes with a biological focus, including the development of curricula and the development of cooperation with national and international partners Skills and Qualifications The applicant must have: Completed university education in biology, biochemistry, or another related field Academic degree Ph.D. or equivalent Research experience focused on enzymology and microfluidics Experience with the development of microfluidic systems and their application within biologically oriented projects Experience with advanced methods for studying enzyme kinetics and biophysical analysis of proteins Scientific and publication record in the field Very good command of English (spoken and written) at a minimum level of B2 Excellent knowledge of the Czech language, both written and spoken, at C2 level; in the case of non-native speakers, it must be evidenced by a certificate or a high school graduation certificate in Czech language Moral integrity and clean criminal record The applicant should have: Experience with university-level teaching and prerequisites for guaranteeing specialized courses Presentation skills and experience with oral presentations at international conferences Experience with programming and advanced data analysis Informal inquiries about the position can be sent to prof. 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We Offer Access to state-of-the-art technologies for biochemical and biophysical analysis of proteins Opportunity to develop interdisciplinary collaboration within the university and research environment Opportunities for personal growth and further professional and scientific development An interesting job in a dynamically-expanding university area Flexible working hours and occasional home office to support personal needs in family and career compatibility Employee benefits such as 8 weeks of paid vacation per year, pension insurance contribution/long-term investment product/nursery/children´s group allowance, a financial meal allowance, Multisport card, psychological counselling, vaccinations free of charge, discounted language courses, exclusive mobile tariff offer by Vodafone, childcare groups at Campus and Komenského náměstí) Opportunity to work and live in a modern and dynamic city (for more information on costs of living, you can refer to Numbeo) Welcome Office provides support with your relocation to Brno Application Process The application shall be submitted online by 8.2.2026 via an e-application, please find the reference to the e-application in the beginning and end of the advertisement. The candidate shall provide following: CV Cover letter describing candidate's research interest and experience Summary of research outputs and publications Names and contact details of at least 2 references After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation email from jobs.muni.cz. Selection Process Received applications will be considered carefully in line with principles of the EU Charter and Code for Researchers. Selection criteria: (i) meeting qualification requirements described above, (ii) all required documents provided. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal or online interview. The Faculty Recruitment Policy (OTM-R) can be seen here. Faculty of Science, Masaryk University is an equal opportunity employer. We support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Visit our Career page. We are looking forward to hearing from you!

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Faculty Openings in Communication and Digital Media

SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (SIT)

Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

Singapore

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Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

Singapore


FACULTY OPENINGS AT THE SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is Singapore’s first University of Applied Learning, offering industry-relevant degree programmes that prepare its graduates to be work- and future-ready professionals. Its mission is to maximise the potential of its learners and to innovate with industry, through an integrated applied learning and research approach, so as to contribute to the economy and society. The university’s unique pedagogy integrates work and study, embracing authentic learning in a real-world environment through collaborations with key strategic partners. Its focus on applied research with business impact is aimed at helping industry innovate and grow. SIT’s centralised campus within the larger Punggol Digital District will feature a vibrant learning environment where academia and industry will be tightly integrated with the community. SIT espouses an applied learning approach and offers degrees with a strong focus on science and technology. Our faculty work closely with industry on translational research and innovation, as well as provide consultancy on solutions to industry challenges. This well-established nexus with industry endows our graduates with deep skills and work-ready training experience – attuning them to the needs and demands of the future economy. As a young university, we encourage innovation and seek the most qualified candidates to join us in realising our vision. We offer competitive remuneration, generous employment benefits, access to funding for industry-relevant research, and opportunities to inspire and nurture the next generation of skilled and work-ready graduates. For this faculty position, we are seeking candidates with experience in digital content creation and social media marketing. A proven track record of integrating generative AI tools into digital content creation and social media marketing is highly preferred. Applicants must be committed to excellence in discovery, teaching, and service in the communication and digital media field. They are required to hold at least a master’s degree in communication, marketing/advertising, or media production from a reputable university. Applicants should also have significant industry experience in managing digital content creation and social media marketing projects. We will prioritise collegial and team-spirited candidates who have significant teaching experience in communication and digital media-related fields and are experienced in industry-academia partnership projects, such as capstone or research projects. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. All applications must be submitted electronically via the "Apply Now" button below.

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Competitive

Posted

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Research Fellow in AiTASHA

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

University of Southampton

United Kingdom, Southampton

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University of Southampton

United Kingdom, Southampton


We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced senior research fellow to work on a £1m EPSRC-funded project to develop human-centred AI methods that can support and enhance intelligence analysis for national security and defence. The ‘AiTASHA’ project (AI Intelligence Triage & Acquisition Support for Human-centred Analysis) aims to improve the speed and confidence of intelligence analysts’ assessments by building new AI tools that can work alongside human analysts. Intelligence analysts are routinely required to make high-consequence, defensible assessments from vast, complex and uncertain datasets, to identify indicators and warnings of hostile or malicious activities. Analysts must make these assessments rapidly in a highly-pressured and resource-constrained environment, where they face difficult choices of what data to analyse first, and whether to gather additional intelligence, potentially at the cost of delay or increased risk. Addressing this challenge is becoming increasingly urgent as both the scale and complexity of intelligence datasets, as well as the threat posed to UK safety, are growing, and existing AI support tools primarily focus on the identification and visualisation of patterns within datasets, without due consideration of human understanding or context, defensibility, and representation of uncertainty. The goal of this ambitious project is to make fundamental advances that will together underpin and enable a future explainable, defensible AI system that can complement, rather than replace, the work of intelligence analysts; recommending which existing data should be prioritised for human review and which potential new data should be prioritised for acquisition. To address this challenge we will advance the state-of-the-art across multiple component disciplines; in explainable multi-modal deep learning models, in causal statistical models and in human-machine teaming and AI ethics. The researcher will conduct internationally-leading research in human factors with applications to intelligence analysis. This role will involve developing and applying methods for eliciting knowledge from expert analysts in order to encode understanding of their mental models into a machine learning model, using dynamic Bayesian networks to understand, propagate and reduce uncertainty in their assessments. The research will apply models of distributed situation awareness and ecological interface design techniques to develop a novel human-centred human-AI teaming model. The researcher will also be working closely with colleagues in statistical / graphical modelling as well as AI ethics, and will therefore need to be conversant in these areas. The role will be based at the University of Southampton as part of an interdisciplinary consortium on the AiTASHA project, which is led by the Alan Turing Institute and also includes the universities of Warwick, Cardiff and Dundee, working closely with UK government defence and national security partners. The successful candidate will join this vibrant and interdisciplinary team of researchers and will have frequent opportunities to engage with internal stakeholders and external government partners throughout the delivery of the project. During the project it is expected that they will work as part of a small tight-knit cohort of Early Career Researchers spanning the AiTASHA consortium universities. Please apply by uploading your CV and a Cover Letter. To be eligible for this role it is a funder requirement that you are a UK National or have been residing the in the UK for 5 years or more, and be happy to be put forward for a Security Check (SC) clearance. Please confirm the following information in your cover letter: Your current and any former nationalities That you have been residing in the UK for the past 5 years

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£36,636 to £44,746 per annum

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9 Jan 2026

Research Fellow - Bioinformatics

UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY

The University of Sydney

Australia, Camperdown

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The University of Sydney

Australia, Camperdown


Full time, fixed term opportunity for 12 months Opportunity to be a Research Fellow with the School of Medical Sciences in Bioinformatics Base Salary starting at $127,436 + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The School of Medical Sciences is recognised as one of the leading centres for medical science education in the world. With over 100 years of excellence in education, we are proud to be training the next generation of medical scientists who will be leading members of the medical research community with an innovative integrated curriculum. Our team of researchers lead key internationally competitive research from molecules to medicines, from patient to policy across a range of therapeutic areas. We are seeking a skilled Research Fellow with experience and expertise in bioinformatics. The research fellow will join a team funded through a NSW Health Translational Research grant that focuses on transforming infection management in immunosuppressed patients. This role will support the implementation of bait-capture-based targeted clinical metagenomics, applying cutting-edge sequencing and analytical pipelines to enable rapid, precise pathogen identification and antimicrobial resistance profiling. The successful candidate will contribute to developing and optimising bioinformatic and reporting workflows that enhance diagnostic accuracy and improve clinical decision-making in complex infectious disease settings. The Research Fellow applies and refines their expertise in research methodologies, design and delivery to contribute to the university's standing as a national leader in the discipline. working independently and as part of a research team, the role focuses on producing high-quality research outputs, fostering collaborations, and engaging in activities that contribute to research excellence, innovation and impact. The role offers an opportunity for an emerging academic to build a research profile, engage with industry and external partners, support postgraduate researchers and play an active role within the school's academic community. Your key responsibilities will be to: conduct original research independently or as part of a team, contributing to publications, conference presentations and securing research funding maintain and expand a research profile through peer-reviewed publications, book chapters and conference papers develop research collaborations and engage in translational research leading to commercialisation, improved policy or practice or enhanced outcomes for industry, the profession or community contribute significantly to successful applications for competitive research grants and funding maintain quality, standards and excellence in all research activities and outputs provide training, informal mentoring and guidance to lower-level academics and supervise postgraduate research students or projects where appropriate attend and contribute to school, faculty and portfolio meetings undertake other duties and contribute to projects appropriate within the classification level as required. About you a doctorate or PhD in a relevant discipline 2-5 years' experience in bioinformatics with a track record in developing analysis pipelines, preferably in the field of microbiology. a developing research profile in their discipline or area of expertise strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team. proven experience supervising and mentoring others. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia Work Rights: you must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment 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 include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through 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 LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) 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 Ajaypal Singh, Recruitment Operations by email to ajaypal.singh@sydney.edu.au. 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 Wednesday 21 January 2026 11:59 PM

Salary

$127,436 + 17% superannuation

Posted

9 Jan 2026

Head of School and Dean, The University of Sydney School of Dentistry

UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY

The University of Sydney

Australia, Camperdown

institution

The University of Sydney

Australia, Camperdown


5-year fixed-term executive academic leadership role Member of the Faculty Leadership Group with responsibility for leading the academic, educational and research strategy of the School Opportunity to shape the direction, culture and impact of one of Australia's leading dental schools The Faculty of Medicine and Health (FMH) at our esteemed University is the largest faculty, encompassing medicine, dentistry, medical sciences, nursing and midwifery, pharmacy, health sciences, and public health. Our faculty takes pride in fostering a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach to address contemporary healthcare challenges. The University of Sydney School of Dentistry has provided exceptional education, clinical practice and integrated research in dental and oral health for over 100 years. Our students gain hands-on experience in functioning dental hospitals and simulation clinics, deepen their understanding of real-world healthcare issues and learn from leading dental and medical professionals. Our education is underpinned by our connections to Sydney Dental Hospital, Nepean Centre for Oral Health, Westmead Centre for Oral Health and oral health centres in regional and rural NSW. About the opportunity We are seeking to appoint an outstanding academic leader at the level of Professor (Level E) as Head of School and Dean, The University of Sydney School of Dentistry. This is a senior executive leadership role within the Faculty of Medicine and Health. Reporting to the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Health, and located at our Camperdown Campus, the Head of School and Dean is a member of the Faculty Leadership Group and head of the leadership team for the Sydney School of Dentistry. The role is responsible for setting and delivering the School's academic, educational and research vision; leading cultural and organisational development; and strengthening the School's national and international standing. Working in partnership with faculty leadership, the Head of School and Dean plays a key role in shaping and delivering faculty strategy at the school level. The Head of School and Dean provides strategic and operational leadership across education, research and clinical training, actively managing academic performance and fostering the development of staff and future leaders. The role holds responsibility for the School's financial sustainability, including budget management and resource allocation, and leads engagement with key external stakeholders such as health services, professional bodies, industry partners and philanthropic supporters. The position also ensures compliance with all relevant accreditation, work health and safety, and University policies and governance requirements. About you (skills, capabilities and experience) You will be an accomplished academic leader with the credibility, vision and capability to lead a complex school through its next phase of growth and impact. The successful candidate will possess: A PhD or equivalent qualification in dentistry, oral health, biomedical sciences, public health, education or another relevant cognate discipline and an international reputation for outstanding scholarship and research Proven experience in senior academic leadership, including people leadership, culture building and change management Knowledge and understanding of the key strategic issues in the higher education sector, nationally and internationally, with an established network of academic, industry and professional relationships Demonstrated experience in people leadership and management within the higher education/knowledge worker sector Proven skills and experience in financial and operational management An outstanding track record in obtaining peer review grants and in competitive grant support, as well as an exceptional publication record with original contributions in the field of Dentistry or a relevant discipline A strong commitment to academic excellence, spanning curriculum design, education leadership and research development The ability to create an environment where all students (including higher degree students) can flourish Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and proven ability and experience in working cooperatively and collegially in inclusive decision-making environments Registration as a dentist is desirable but not essential. Candidates from aligned health, biomedical or relevant disciplines are encouraged to apply. Key benefits University contribution of 17% of your base salary to your superannuation fund Access to tax-effective salary packaging, including vehicles, laptops and additional superannuation contributions Generous relocation allowance if moving from interstate or overseas Access to fitness passport, as well as discounted rates on university sports and fitness centres The opportunity to work at one of Australia's leading universities. Sponsorship/work rights for Australia Visa Sponsorship and relocation assistance will be provided if required. Term and remuneration The successful candidate will be offered a 5-year fixed-term position on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and the candidate's relevant experience and qualifications. 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. To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus. 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 CV and cover letter outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience meet the requirements for the role) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. Please refer to the candidate information brochure/position description for further details. Candidate Information Brochure Click to view the Position Description for this role. The University of Sydney is partnering with Universe Search for this appointment. For a confidential discussion about the opportunity, please contact Kym Matthews, Director, Universe Search, on the details provided below. For a copy of the candidate information brochure, a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support in filling out your application, please contact: Kym Matthews, Director, Universe Search at: E: kym@universesearch.com.au M: 0407 084 785 © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Applications Close Tuesday 10 February 2026 11:59 PM

Salary

Competitive

Posted

9 Jan 2026

Subjects Taught at Lund University

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Arts and Humanities

  • Archaeology
  • Architecture
  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • History, Philosophy and Theology
  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics

Business and Economics

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business and Management
  • Economics and Econometrics

Computer Science

  • Computer Science

Education Studies

  • Education

Engineering

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • General Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Law

  • Law

Life Sciences

  • Biological Sciences

Medical and Health

  • Medicine and Dentistry
  • Other Health

Physical Sciences

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy

Psychology

  • Psychology

Social Sciences

  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Geography
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Sociology