University of Vigo

(Ref. No.: FED/AIET/FAP/10/2025) The University of Macau (UM) is an internationalized research-oriented comprehensive public university in the Macao Special Administrative Region (MSAR) located at the west bank of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). The GBA is rapidly developing into one of the leading technology and innovation hubs of the world. UM is placed No. 145 in the THE World University Rankings and placed No. 285 in the QS World University Rankings. With a scenic campus of approximately 1 km2 on Hengqin island, UM has achieved significant progress in the past decade as evidenced by its rising international repute, state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, and the establishment of three State Key Laboratories in microelectronics, Chinese medical sciences, and internet of things for smart city. To support economic diversification of MSAR and deepen collaboration between MSAR and Guangdong Province in Hengqin island, UM will continue to invest in cutting-edge research and develop interdisciplinary programmes in key strategic areas including precision oncology, advanced materials, regional oceanography, artificial intelligence and robotics, data science, cognitive and brain science and economics and finance. Leveraging its ‘4-in-1’ model of education and residential college system, UM provides all-round undergraduate education, nurturing talent to support social and economic development in MSAR and the GBA as a whole. In addition, UM is currently establishing a campus in the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, which is expected to be operational in 2028. With unprecedented growth and development, UM offers a wide range of opportunities for high-calibre talents at all levels to achieve their career goals. It may be noted that English is the working language and the primary medium of instruction at UM. The Faculty of Education invites applications for the position of Full/Associate/Assistant Professor in Artificial Intelligence and Educational Technology. The Faculty of Education offers Bachelor, Master, and Ph.D. programmes in various areas of education, with renowned scholars from China and abroad who are dedicated to the discovery, application and dissemination of new knowledge. Details about the Faculty of Education are available at https://fed.um.edu.mo/. UM is ranked No. 15 in the Best Global Universities for Education and Educational Research by 2025/2026 “U.S. News & World Report”. The Faculty of Education strives to become a leading institution for teacher education and educational research in Macao, the Greater China Region, and beyond. Qualifications We invite applications from researchers whose work advances knowledge in educational technology and artificial intelligence (AI) across all levels of education. Relevant research areas include, but are not limited to (1) theoretical foundations of information technology education and AI education; (2) impact of information technology and AI on teaching and learning; (3) AI-empowered curriculum design; (4) AI and educational assessment; (5) information technology and AI literacy in teacher education; (6) educational technology/AI, learner diversity and inclusive education; and (7) ethics and policy for AI in education. Applicants should have: (1) a doctoral degree in educational technology, AI in education, artificial intelligence, computer science, or related areas; (2) a clearly defined research agenda at the intersection of information technology/artificial intelligence and education; (3) a track record of international research and scholarship, evidenced by publications in top-tier journals (e.g., SSCI or SCI indexed journals); (4) a teaching record at the university level, particularly in courses related to use of artificial intelligence/information technology in teaching and learning; (5) proven experience in leading or developing innovative educational programmes and curricula that integrate artificial intelligence or other emerging information technology; and (6) excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary and multicultural environment. Those who apply for the position of Full/Associate Professor should demonstrate a strong international network of collaborations with scholars and practitioners in the field and the ability to manage and engage in international/national collaborative research projects. Priority consideration will be given to candidates with cross-disciplinary degrees in both an information technology-related area (e.g., artificial intelligence, computer science, data science) and education. The selected candidate is expected to assume duty as soon as possible in 2026. Remuneration A taxable annual remuneration starting from MOP1,250,200 (approximately USD154,350) for the position of Full Professor, MOP1,052,800 (approximately USD129,980) for the position of Associate Professor, and MOP855,400 (approximately USD105,600) for the position of Assistant Professor will be commensurate with the successful applicants’ academic qualification and relevant professional experience. The current local maximum income tax rate is 12% but is effectively around 5% - 7% after various discretionary exemptions. Apart from competitive remuneration, UM offers a wide range of benefits, such as medical insurance, provident fund, on-campus accommodation/housing allowance and other subsidies. Further details on our package are available at: https://career.admo.um.edu.mo/learn-more/. Application Procedure Applicants should visit https://career.admo.um.edu.mo/ for more details, and apply ONLINE. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Applicants may consider their applications not successful if they are not invited for an interview within 3 months of application. Human Resources Section, Office of Administration University of Macau, Av. da Universidade, Taipa, Macau, China Website: https://career.admo.um.edu.mo/; Email: vacancy@um.edu.mo Tel: +853 8822 8577;  Fax: +853 8822 2412 The effective position and salary index are subject to the Personnel Statute of the University of Macau in force. The University of Macau reserves the right not to appoint a candidate. Applicants with less qualification and experience can be offered lower positions under special circumstances. ***Personal data provided by applicants will be kept confidential and used for recruitment purpose only*** ** Under the equal condition of qualifications and experience, priority will be given to Macao permanent residents**

About us The post sits within the Department of Basic and Clinical Neuroscience at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN). The IoPPN is renowned for its high-quality research and is the most cited research centre outside the US and the second most cited in the world, according to indicators by Thomson Reuters, SciVal and more. The King’s Motor Neuron Disease Care and Research Centre, in the Department of Basic and Clinical Neuroscience is an international multi-award-winning centre for clinical care and research into motor neuron diseases, focussing on understanding the condition, developing new treatments and testing the treatments in clinical trials. It is a key part of the UK Motor Neuron Disease Research Institute, a government and charity funded network of internationally and nationally recognised centres of excellence for motor neuron disease. Our vision is to accelerate the search for a cure through the coordinated efforts of national and international multidisciplinary research. About the role The role is to provide clinical research and clinical trials support to our portfolio of MND research studies. This is a part time post (20 hours per week), with fixed commitments on Wednesday and Thursday and other meetings as required. You will be offered an a fixed term contract form January 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter) for one year. There is no on-call commitment. Research staff at King’s are entitled to at least 10 days per year (pro-rata) for professional development. This entitlement, from the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers, applies to Postdocs, Research Assistants, Research and Teaching Technicians, Teaching Fellows and AEP equivalent up to and including grade 7. Visit the Centre for Research Staff Development for more information. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria Full GMC / NMC / other relevant body registration with valid license to practice Experience in Neurology & managing people with MND, MND clinical trials, and work in multi-professional teams Having research experience, presentations or publications, with clear, logical thinking showing an analytical/scientific approach Good standard of written and spoken English to facilitate communication with patients, healthcare professionals and other staff, with the ability to communicate with clarity and intelligibility, build rapport, listen, persuade and negotiate, and to produce legible notes Appropriate level of clinical knowledge, with evidence-informed practice and awareness of own limitations, and understanding of clinical risk management Ability to prioritise clinical need, organise oneself & own work, change, adapt, respond to rapidly changing circumstances, operate under pressure, cope with setbacks and self-aware Evidence of participation and active involvement in audit project – be well prepared, shows self-discipline/commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines, displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality Desirable criteria Advanced Life Support (or equivalent) teaching experience / qualifications Evidence of excellence in training (e.g. medical school projects & prizes, post-graduate qualifications), special commitment to speciality, and academic prizes and honours Understanding of NHS, clinical governance & resource constraints; management/financial awareness exp of committee work Having enthusiasm for teaching - exposure to different grps/teaching methods, teaching the teachers course and certificate Evidence of teaching experience; involvement in organised teaching 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 advert. 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. This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service and Occupational Health clearances. Grade and Salary: £45,943 - £67,610 , plus £2,162 London Weighting Allowance per annum pro rata Job ID: 133305 Close Date: 18-Dec-2025 Contact Person: Ammar Al-Chalabi Contact Details: ammar.al-chalabi@kcl.ac.uk

The Role Two posts are available. One is funded by the European Research Council (ERC), to start in October 2026, for a period of 3 years. The other is funded by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), to start in June 2026, for a period of 3 years. Successful candidates will join thriving research teams within the Institute for Computational Cosmology (ICC) at Durham. The ICC is a leading group in computational cosmology research, having previously played key roles in the development of simulation techniques for dark matter, dark energy and galaxy formation, and in the establishment of the Lambda cold dark matter (LCDM) model, and has continued to be at the forefront of cosmology research. We are particularly interested in candidates with research interests in the following areas: ERC post: Cosmological tests of dark energy and modified gravity (contact: Baojiu Li) UKRI post: The use of cosmological simulations in the analysis of large-scale structure and galaxy redshift surveys, topics in the galaxy-halo connection, and field-level inference (contact: Sownak Bose) Benefits of these roles include: opportunity to undertake high quality research with connection to impact; working closely with people with extensive experience in theoretical, computational and observational cosmology in the wider astronomy group where collaborations are actively encouraged; opportunity to develop leadership skills, teaching experiences, and personal networks; time for career development, training and development of independent research ideas. The post holder will be expected to display the initiative and creativity, together with the appropriate skills and knowledge required, to lead and develop the research activities to meet the project goals. The post holder will be expected to be familiar with theoretical and computational cosmology, with first-hand experiences in the above-mentioned areas. The post holder is expected to be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. It is expected that, where appropriate, the post holder will enhance the international contacts of the group through the presentation of work at international workshops and conferences. The post holder is further expected to aid in the supervision of postgraduate students within the group, as well as contributing to the undergraduate teaching within the Department. Enquiries are welcome and should please be directed to or to Baojiu Li ( ) and Sownak Bose ( ). All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence. Key responsibilities: To understand and convey material of a specialist or highly technical nature to the team or group of people through presentations and discussions that leads to the presentation of research papers in conferences and publications.To prepare and deliver presentations on research outputs/activities to audiences which may include: research sponsors, academic and non-academic audiences.To engage with the ICC and the wider astronomy group, and attend group activities where appropriate.To publish high quality outputs, including papers for submission to peer reviewed journals and papers for presentation at conferences and workshops under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder.To assist with the development of research objectives and proposals.To conduct individual and collaborative research projects under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder.To work with the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder and other colleagues in the research group, as appropriate, to identify areas for research, develop new research methods and extend the research portfolio.To deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines by discussing with the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder and offering creative or innovative solutions.To liaise with research colleagues and make internal and external contacts to develop knowledge and understanding to form relationships for future research collaboration.To plan and manage own research activity, research resources in collaboration with others and contribute to the planning of research projects.To deliver training in research techniques/approaches to peers, visitors and students as appropriate.To be involved in student supervision, as appropriate, and assist with the assessment of the knowledge of students.To contribute to fostering a collegial working environment which is inclusive and welcoming and where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect.To engage in citizenship to support the department and wider discipline.To engage in continuing professional development by participation in the undergraduate or postgraduate teaching programmes or by membership of departmental committees, etc. and by attending relevant training and development courses. To communicate and collaborate with the industrial collaborators.Successful applicants will ideally be in post by the respective starting date for each post as mentioned above. This post is fixed term for three years which is set by the funding available.