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About Universidade Rainha Njinga a Mbande (URNM)

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Universidade Rainha Njinga a Mbande was established in 2020 following the merger of the Instituto Superior Politécnico de Malanje with the Escola Superior Politécnica de Malanje and the Instituto Superior Técnico Agro-alimentaria de Malanje. The university is named after the 17th century Queen of Angola, Njinga Mbandi. The university is located in Malanje, a city in north-central Angola. The university is organised into three academic units: the faculty of medicine, the polytechnic institute, and the institute of agro-food technology. Within each unit there are a range of both undergraduate and graduate degree programmes available for students to study.

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Researcher with a Focus on Instructional Design

MASARYK UNIVERSITY

Masaryk University

Czech Republic, Brno

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Masaryk University

Czech Republic, Brno


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

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Competitive

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14 Jan 2026

Research Assistant

KINGS COLLEGE LONDON

King's College London

United Kingdom, London

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King's College London

United Kingdom, London


About Us The GSTT Asthma Service based at Guy’s Hospital is home to the largest cohort of severe asthma and EGPA patients receiving biologic therapies in the UK offering a unique opportunity to take part in translational research in these diseases. The Jackson Lab within the Peter Gorer Department of Immunobiology, SIMS is focussed on (i) exploring the role of eosinophilic and T2 inflammation in asthma and related conditions both in the stable state and during exacerbation (ii) understanding the mechanisms that underpin the heterogeneity in response to anti-T2 therapies in asthma and conditions including EGPA and eosinophilic pneumonia.  Over the last 5 years the Jackson Lab has obtained over £5m in grant funding and published over 50 original research manuscripts.  About the role This role is for a clinically trained scientist with experience of bioinformatics in the field of asthma. They will be joining a well-established and highly productive clinical and translational asthma research group at King’s College London based on the Guy’s Hospital Campus. This group is closely integrated into the regional NHS Severe Asthma and EGPA clinics allowing access to airway and blood samples from a large cohort of patients. This group has led on several large multicentre phase 3 and phase 4 clinical trials of biologic therapies in asthma as well as real world studies of biologic therapies in EGPA. The applicant requires a thorough understanding of respiratory immunology and particularly eosinophilic and T2 immune pathways as it relates to asthma and other T2 driven diseases. The scientist should also have prior first-hand experience of performing bioinformatics on airway samples from asthma patients. This is a full-time post 35 hours per week, and you will be offered a fixed term contract until 12/01/27. About You To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria Experience of performing bioinformatics Experience with analysing data from airway samples from patients with asthma  Comprehensive understanding of T2 immunity in asthma  Experience with airway proteomics and transcriptomics  Desirable criteria Medical degree Presenting asthma related scientific abstracts at National and International congresses 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 We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities. 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. Grade and Salary: £39,076 - £42,819 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 135585 Close Date: 25-Jan-2026 Contact Person: David Jackson Contact Details: david.jackson@kcl.ac.uk

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£39,076 - £42,819 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance

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14 Jan 2026

Post-Doctoral Associate in The Center for Quantum and Topological Systems (CQTS) - Dr. Hisham Sati

NEW YORK UNIVERSITY ABU DHABI

New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi


Description The Center for Quantum and Topological Systems (CQTS) at New York University (NYU) Abu Dhabi, UAE invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Associate position, in the area of Quantum Algorithms. The candidate is expected to conduct research in computer science focusing on the combinatorial aspects of quantum experiments and quantum algorithms for computational geometry problems. Prior expertise in these areas is highly encouraged. The selected candidate will work on cutting edge technologies in an excellent research environment, with a potential to work with a Quantum Computer through our collaboration partners. The Center possesses the unique possibility to investigate cutting-edge interdisciplinary questions within the theoretical and fundamental aspects of Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science and Engineering, from various points of view and different abstraction levels. The selected candidate will also have great opportunities to work on interdisciplinary research problems with other postdocs of the center. We also expect successful applicants to do cutting-edge interdisciplinary research and work in synergy towards improving the collaborations and connections among the different areas. Ability to work and connect to more than one topic and having interdisciplinary perspective is an advantage, but disciplinary applications will be considered as well having a focus and in depth expertise in a particular topic mentioned above. Applicants should meet the following qualifi cations and possess relevant expertise: A PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field, with specialization in Quantum computing and Graph theory In this role, you will be responsible for conducting research on graph theoretic approaches to design quantum photonic experiments. Additionally, the position involves exploring quantum algorithms for computational geometry problems. The appointment will be for a period of two years, and extensions to longer terms are possible upon review. The terms of employment for these positions include a very competitive salary with additional attractive benefi ts, including generous housing allowance, medical insurance with access to world class facilities, annual home leave allowance, and (if applicable) dependent private school fees. Salaries are tax-free in the UAE (for US tax, the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion can be used). The researchers will have dedicated funds for traveling, computing, publications, etc. and will have access to excellent world-class research facilities. The preferred starting date is Fall 2025, but earlier dates are also possible based on the excellence of the candidate and the processing steps. Review of applications will start on July 10, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, publication list, a brief statement of research interests, a transcript and three letters of recommendation. Applicants are strongly encouraged to outline (in the cover letter and/or research statement) how they plan to contribute to create interdisciplinary connections within the research areas of the center. Questions regarding specifi cs for this position may be directed to Prof. Hisham Sati hsati@nyu.edu. 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.

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Competitive

Posted

14 Jan 2026

Recruitment Coordinator

KINGS COLLEGE LONDON

King's College London

United Kingdom, London

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King's College London

United Kingdom, London


About us: King's College London is an internationally renowned university delivering exceptional education and world-leading research. The Human Resources directorate is proud to work with the King’s community to provide academic and professional excellence and an outstanding educational experience for our students. The central HR Recruitment team offers extensive support for all recruitment processes across academic, research and professional services vacancies. Our philosophy is simple: facilitate an effective and professional recruitment and selection process to attract the best talent from around the globe and provide them with an environment where they can flourish. The team process high volumes of recruitment with thousands of requests being completed each year by the team. We take these requests through the recruitment journey from advertising, shortlisting, and interviewing; to preparing offer documentation and contracts, carrying out pre-employment checks, and commencing the employment records for the new staff members of King’s College London. At the core of the work that we do is our aim to always provide a fair, open, and transparent recruitment process for everyone involved and a positive experience for candidates and hiring managers alike. About the role: The purpose of this role is to provide administrative support for the recruitment process at King’s in collaboration with the relevant Recruitment Advisor. This role will work closely with a Recruitment Advisor to manage the recruitment of an allocated faculty/school/directorate of the University and some of the administrative tasks associated with the recruitment process. This is a fast paced, high volume administrative role and strong attention to detail and organisational skills will be required to be successful in this role. You will be responsible for ensuring that accurate contractual correspondence is issued to candidates and stored appropriately on HR files/systems, conducting accurate and timely pre-employment checks, and onboarding new starters to the payroll system. You will also be responsible for providing responses to recruitment related requests and queries using our internal communication platforms to track/respond to queries within agreed service level timeframes. The role is hybrid and the role holder will be expected to attend the office in Lavington Street (Southwark) as well as travelling to other King’s campuses in line with business needs. This is a full time (35 hours per week) role and successful candidates will be offered a fixed term contract (FTC) until 31/05/2026. Please note, we will not be accepting any applications via email. In order to apply, please apply using the link on this page. About you: To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria  Educated to A level standard (or equivalent) with proficiency in English and Mathematics Strong attention to detail with high levels of accuracy in delivery of work Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Outlook and Word Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage large workloads independently Experience of delivering multiple priorities and working under pressure to tight deadlines Experience providing high volume recruitment administration High level of interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse range of people Desirable criteria Knowledge of HR/ Recruitment best practice and previous experience of working within a HR/ Recruitment setting Knowledge higher education policies and previous experience of working in a higher education or comparable setting 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 next page after you click “Apply Now”. 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 fulfil 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. We reserve the right to close adverts early due to the volume of applications we receive. While the closing date may change, all adverts will close at 23:59 to allow sufficient time for applications to be submitted on that day. We encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment as once we have closed a vacancy you will be unable to submit your application. Please ensure that your supporting statement for this role is no longer than 1500 words. Any applications exceeding the word count may not be considered.  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 w/c Monday 2nd February. Grade and Salary: £36,361 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 135526 Close Date: 25-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Tom Whayman Contact Details: tom.whayman@kcl.ac.uk

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£36,361 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance

Posted

14 Jan 2026

MSN - Postdoctoral Position in Li-ion Cathode Materials

MOHAMMED VI POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University

Morocco

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Mohammed VI Polytechnic University

Morocco


ABOUT MOHAMMED VI POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY (UM6P) Located at the heart of the future Green City of Benguerir, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), a higher education institution with international standards, is established to contribute to the development of Morocco and the African continent. Its vision is honed around research and innovation at the service of education and development. This unique nascent university, with its state-of-the-art campus and infrastructure, has woven a sound academic and research network, and its recruitment process is seeking high quality academics and professionals in order to boost its quality-oriented research environment in the metropolitan area of Marrakech. ABOUT MSN DEPARTMENT The Materials Science, Energy, and nano-engineering (MSN) is a department at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University that aims to makes use of innovative research and education in order to promote solution development and entrepreneurship (in the context of Moroccan and African challenges), while training the next generation top scientists, innovators and entrepreneurs. Research at MSN is organized in different research clusters including Energy Transition, Surface Technology and Metallurgy, Polymers and Composites, and Sustainable Materials. With some 100 researchers and PhD students and several national and international partners, MSN is emerging as a strong actor in the Moroccan materials research scene. The department coordinates several initial and executive Master programs. Located in the municipality of Benguerir, in the very heart of the Green City, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University aspires to leave its mark nationally, continentally, and globally. Job Description: We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher specializing in Li-ion cathode materials to join our research team. This position focuses on the development, synthesis, characterization, and optimization of advanced cathode materials for next-generation Lithium-ion batteries. The successful candidate will contribute to fundamental research and industrial-scale implementation, working on the design of novel cathode compositions, understanding degradation mechanisms, and improving electrochemical performance. The postdoc will work with state-of-the-art facilities for materials synthesis, structural and electrochemical characterization, and in-depth performance evaluation of Li-ion cathode materials. In addition to research activities, the candidate will be involved in collaborations with academic and industrial partners, participation in funding proposals, and mentoring graduate students. Key Responsibilities: Synthesis and Processing of novel Li-ion cathode materials using solid-state synthesis, sol-gel, co-precipitation, and hydrothermal methods. Structural and Chemical Characterization using: X-ray Powder Diffraction (XRD) and Rietveld refinement for phase analysis. Electron microscopy (SEM, TEM, EDS) for morphology and elemental distribution. Spectroscopic techniques (XPS, Raman, FTIR) for surface chemistry studies. Electrochemical Performance Evaluation: Galvanostatic cycling to assess capacity retention and rate capability. Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) to analyze charge transfer resistance. Cyclic Voltammetry (CV) and Galvanostatic Intermittent Titration Technique (GITT) for diffusion coefficient determination. Degradation Studies: Investigate structural, morphological, and interfacial degradation mechanisms to improve material stability and cycling performance. Scale-Up and Process Optimization: Work on improving synthesis methods for large-scale cathode material production. Collaborations and Knowledge Transfer: Work closely with industrial partners to translate lab-scale innovations into commercial applications. Contribute to research grant applications and proposal writing. Mentor PhD and Master’s students in battery materials research. Required Qualifications & Experience: Education: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Electrochemistry, or a related field. PhD in Electrochemistry, Solid-State Chemistry, Materials Science, or related disciplines. Essential Technical Expertise: Proven experience in solid-state synthesis and other advanced synthesis techniques for cathode materials. Strong knowledge of X-ray diffraction (XRD) and Rietveld refinement. Hands-on experience with electrochemical characterization techniques (CV, EIS, GITT, galvanostatic cycling). Deep understanding of Li-ion battery cathode materials, including structural and interfacial properties. Experience in inorganic solid-state materials synthesis and characterization. Desirable Additional Skills: Knowledge of doping/coating strategies to enhance cathode performance. Familiarity with in-situ/operando characterization techniques. Experience with lithium-ion battery full-cell fabrication and testing. Understanding of surface/interface engineering for cathode materials. Prior experience in co-supervision and mentoring of PhD/Master’s students. Competencies & Personal Qualities: Strong communication skills in English (spoken and written). Excellent publication record in peer-reviewed journals. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Strong networking and organizational skills to facilitate collaborations. What We Offer: Access to cutting-edge research facilities for battery materials development. Opportunities for collaboration with leading academic and industrial partners in the battery industry. A dynamic and innovative research environment at the forefront of energy storage materials research. This position presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to next-generation Li-ion battery technology with a strong academic and industrial impact. Interested candidates should apply with a detailed CV, cover letter, and relevant publications.

Salary

Competitive

Posted

14 Jan 2026

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