Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

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

The University of Manitoba campuses and research spaces are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene and Inuit, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. UM recognizes that the Treaties signed on these lands are a lifelong, enduring relationship, and we are dedicated to upholding their spirit and intent. We acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past and the present. With this understanding, we commit to supporting Indigenous excellence through active Reconciliation, meaningful change, and the creation of an environment where everyone can thrive. Our collaboration with Indigenous communities is grounded in respect and reciprocity and this guides how we move forward as an institution. The University of Manitoba thrives as a place where challenges are embraced. Since 1877, the University’s world-class research and outstanding student experience have made an enduring impact on Manitoba, Canada, and the world. The University offers more than 250 programs - more than any other post-secondary institution in Manitoba. This includes providing 100+ undergraduate and nearly 150 graduate programs to over 30,000 students. The University has over 10,000 faculty and staff, and more than 188,000 alumni across Canada and 133 different countries. Contributing $7.3 billion in 2022-2023 to Manitoba’s economy, the University is located on two campuses in the city of Winnipeg, and various teaching and research sites across the province. Manitoba’s culturally diverse capital area with a population of almost one million, Winnipeg offers a high quality of life with affordable housing, a long heritage of diverse cultural activities, and numerous recreational opportunities. The Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources, established in 2003, was founded to build a collaborative community across disciplines concerned with the environment, climate change, and resource management. The Faculty is committed to advancing knowledge in geography, earth sciences, environmental science, and environmental studies, fields that together examine the complexity of natural and human systems across diverse landscapes and contexts. Offering seven undergraduate and eight graduate programs across Earth Sciences, Resource Management, Geography, Environmental Sciences, and Environmental Studies, the Faculty provides students with a deep and integrated understanding of how people interact with the planet. Furthermore, the Faculty has world-class research facilities, and its faculty members and researchers are at the forefront of their fields and have won numerous awards. It is within this context that the University of Manitoba invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean, Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources, to commence July 1, 2026, or soon after. Reporting to the Provost and Vice-President (Academic), the Dean, Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources (“Dean”) is a member of the University’s senior leadership team who is committed to promoting teaching and research, innovative program development, community connections, and serving the needs of students, faculty, and staff. As the academic and administrative leader of the Faculty, the Dean is responsible for all aspects of its operations, including programs, services, budgets, and its infrastructure. Working collaboratively with members of the Faculty, and across campus, the Dean will work to advance the Faculty’s vision, while ensuring its academic plans and strategy remain in alignment, and support, of the University’s aims and goals. As the ideal candidate, you are a respected academic leader with a demonstrated record of scholarship, research, community engagement, and commitment to teaching and research success at both the undergraduate and graduate level. Your career includes academic leadership positions where you have gained experience with academic planning and implementation, finance management, and people management responsibilities within a unionized environment. As a skilled communicator and strategic thinker, you build and sustain positive working relationships across campus and with external communities, including all levels of government, community partners, Indigenous communities, and industry. You possess a collaborative and collegial style, a creative approach to problem solving, and the ability to inspire through engaging management and interpersonal skills. As a values-based, community-engaged leader, your commitment to decolonization, Indigenization, equity, and diversity is evident in your knowledge, relationships, and actions. Candidates must hold an earned Ph.D. in a relevant discipline from a recognized university and be appointable at the rank of full professor. To learn more about this impactful leadership opportunity with the University of Manitoba, please submit a comprehensive resume along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) and/or Caroline McLean (caroline@griffithgroup.ca). The University of Manitoba is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from women, racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the "Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). 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About us Launched in 2025 within the Faculty of Arts & Humanities at King’s College London, the King’s Doctoral School for Arts & Humanities is the home of research and training excellence, and represents a major investment in the future of arts and humanities research.  Drawing on external partnerships, industry connections and our own expertise in open research, digital methods and public engagement, the Doctoral School equips doctoral students with the skills to succeed in their research, and in rewarding careers within and beyond academia. Initiatives, including a placement programme, expanded training opportunities and professional support, benefit doctoral students throughout their time at King’s and in their path to professional success. King’s College London is also the lead institution for the AHRC Doctoral Landscape Award Hub for London and the East of England. About the role The Doctoral Landscape Awards (DLA) Hub Manager will be responsible for the management of the AHRC DLA Hub G (London and East of England), including finance and budget management The Hub consists of 12 HEIs with King’s being the Hub Lead. You will be the key contact point for all Hub members, planning and co-ordinating the shared Postgraduate Research training and cohort development activities and ensuring effective access to the Hub training offer to all PGR students at King’s and the Hub partner institutions. You will manage, schedule and arrange training sessions and events, in liaison with the Hub’s academic Director and Steering Group. You will implement and oversee a booking system that enables all Hub PGRs to register on training events and activities across the Hub, and enable effective promotion, recording and monitoring of training activity attendance. You will ensure useful and relevant reporting of training activities (for example booking numbers and attendance) and collate PGR feedback to inform future training provision. You will manage and maintain the Hub website, keeping this up to date with relevant information for both Hub colleagues and Hub PGRs. You will manage the business of the Hub Strategy Committee and Hub Steering Group (and any sub-committees), acting as Secretary and working closely with the Chair and Senior PGR Manager. You will ensure that the UKRI/AHRC Terms and Conditions of both Hub membership and Hub Lead are met through these governance structures and through efficient and clear business processes and workflows. This is a full time post and you will be offered a fixed term contract until 31st March 2035.  About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria First Degree or equivalent experience  Excellent IT skills (particularly MS Office (with strong Excel skills), Sharepoint, student record systems, website maintenance, event booking systems)  Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to produce concise written material and reports (narrative and data) for a range of audiences  Excellent analytical and numerical skills; a high level of accuracy and attention to detail  Experience of working in PGR or research administration within a UK Higher Education Setting  Evidence of working on own initiative to successfully implement new business processes and workflows (but with the appropriate checks and balances) alongside strong collaborative working practices, working effectively with a number of partners  Excellent organisational and time management skills to meet multiple fixed deadlines and manage a wide range of requests.  Experience of organising, supporting and playing a key role in committees, working groups and other professional networks.  Desirable criteria Postgraduate Level Qualification or equivalent experience  Familiarity with the UK PGR funding landscape  Experience of event management  Experience of managing or supporting the training and development of PGRs and/or researchers  Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Further information At King’s, we believe that the diversity of our community and a culture that is welcoming, open, inclusive and collaborative, are great strengths of the university. The Equality Act of 2010 protects the rights of our students and staff and provides a framework to fulfill our duties to eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation and in addition, to advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations between those who share a protected characteristic and those who do not. At times, this will include balancing rights and beliefs that can feel in tension. We are committed to free speech and to academic freedom, believing that our foundational purpose as a university, is to create spaces where a wide range of ideas, including ideas that are controversial, can be discussed and debated, and where members of our community can express lawful views without fear of intimidation, harassment or discrimination. When engaging in the robust exchange of ideas, we ask that our community is mindful of our Dignity at King’s guidance. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification section of the job description. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. Interviews are due to be held during week commencing 16th February 2026. This post is subject to a Occupational Health Clearance. Grade and Salary: £45,031 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 135345 Close Date: 30-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Richard McCormack Contact Details: richard.mccormack@kcl.ac.uk