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UCL was founded in 1826 to bring higher education to those who were typically excluded from it. In 1878, it became the first university in England to admit women on equal terms as men.
Located in the heart of London, UCL is a constituent college of the University of London and a member of the Russell Group, with approximately 850 professors and over 6,000 academic and research staff.
UCL comprises 11 faculties: Arts and Humanities, Built Environment, Brain Sciences, Engineering, the Institute of Education, Laws, Life Sciences, Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Medical Sciences, Population Health Sciences, and Social and Historical Sciences.
Throughout its history, UCL has been the birthplace of numerous significant scientific discoveries, with 29 Nobel Prizes awarded to UCL students or staff, including William Ramsay, who won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1904 for his discovery of the noble gases.
In addition, the UCL academic community includes 53 Fellows of the Royal Society, 51 Fellows of the British Academy, 15 Fellows of the Royal Academy of Engineering, and 117 Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences.
The student body is nearly 36,000-strong and UCL has one of the largest systems of postgraduate study in the country. Nearly 52 per cent of students are engaged in graduate studies.
Students hail from approximately 150 countries worldwide making up more than one-third of the university’s entire student population.
UCL was the first British university to open a campus in Doha, Qatar, where it runs a centre for the study of cultural heritage. It also has a presence in Adelaide, South Australia, which includes a space science and an energy policy institute.
UCL alumni include film director Derek Jarman, the writer Lynne Truss, Baroness Patricia Scotland, who became the UK’s first female Attorney General, and Marie Stopes, who founded Britain’s first family planning clinic.
The university’s Latin motto translates as ‘Let all come who by merit deserve the most reward.’
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Key Student Statistics
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- Student gender ratio
- 60 F : 40 M (1)
- International student percentage
- 63% (1)
- Students per staff
- 12.1 (1)
- Student total
- 47520 (1)
Based on data collected for the (1) World University Rankings 2026
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Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)
Singapore
Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)
Singapore
FACULTY POSITIONS (AT ALL LEVELS) IN COMPUTER SCIENCE, COMPUTER ENGINEEERING AND INFORMATION SECURITY 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. Targeted to be ready in 2024, 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. SIT is also establishing strategic live test beds known as ‘Living Labs’ both within and beyond its upcoming Punggol campus to support greater experiential learning and strengthen its applied research offerings. The university’s pool of ICT experts works with multi-disciplinary teams to drive the horizontal tech enablers required to support SIT’s strategic translational research. As a young university, we encourage innovation and seek the right candidates to join us in realising our vision. We offer competitive remuneration, generous employment benefits, access to funding to undertake research of relevance to industry, and opportunities to inspire and nurture the next generation of skilled and work-ready graduates. We currently have positions available at all levels, from Lecturer to Full Professor, in the following areas: Information Security: Mobile/distributed systems security, Cyber Physical Systems security, security analytics, digital forensics, vulnerability assessment, malware analysis and defence, Privacy-enhancing technologies, AI security. Computer Science and Software Engineering: SDLC, requirement analysis, design, testing, optimisation, analysis, simulation, database, computer graphics, distributed systems, computer vision, video analytics Emerging Fields: IIoT, computational fintech, robot-human interaction, Trustworthy AI, Explainable AI, Large Language Models, Quantum Computing. We have established research teams in operational cybersecurity, AR/VR/HCI and immersive technologies, future transportation solutions, AI, future communications/5G, BCI and embedded systems. We welcome candidates who can complement or strengthen these areas. Successful candidates will join the Infocomm Technology (ICT) Cluster (one of five academic clusters in SIT) as members of a team of accomplished experts who are passionate about higher education and deeply involved in industry transformation through applied research programmes. Faculty in the ICT Cluster undertake funded industry-relevant research, teach courses in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Security and Software Engineering, as well as supervise graduate industry masters and doctorate students in relevant topics. They are also provided with paid leave to undertake consultancy work with industry and/or spend time attached with industry. We will prioritise collegial and team-spirited candidates with an earned PhD in a related discipline from a reputable university, plus relevant work experience or experience of industry-linked applied research projects. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. All applications must be submitted electronically via the "Apply Now" button below.
Salary
Competitive
Posted
4 May 2026
Post Doctoral Researcher, Geography
Maynooth University
Ireland, Maynooth
Maynooth University
Ireland, Maynooth
Department: Geography Vacancy ID: 041283 Closing Date: 17-May-2026 We are seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher with expertise in ocean science, climate science, hydrology, or data science to contribute to the Integrated multi-model multi-hazard flood forecasting (IMUFF) research project on compound fluvial–coastal flooding in Ireland funded by Met Éireann and led by the University of Galway. The successful candidate will be based at Maynooth University and will lead analysis of the observational and statistical foundations of sea level data required to robustly characterise tidal, storm surge, and fluvial flood interactions. The postholder will assess the adequacy of existing observation networks, identify key data gaps, and develop quantitative analyses of compound flooding drivers using tide gauge, river flow, meteorological, and reanalysis datasets. They will generate probabilistic descriptions of extreme events to support the future‑proofing of fluvial–coastal models in an Irish context, and provide derived datasets and statistical insights to other work packages within the project Salary: Post-Doctoral Researcher (2026): €46,805 p.a. (1 point) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Sunday, 17th May 2026 Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted. Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer The position is subject to the Statutes of the University
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€46,805 p.a.
Posted
4 May 2026
Assistant / Associate / Professor of Development of Healthcare Services
University of Helsinki
Finland, Helsingfors (Helsinki)
University of Helsinki
Finland, Helsingfors (Helsinki)
The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Helsinki invites applications for the position of ASSISTANT PROFESSOR / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR / PROFESSOR as of 1.8.2026 or as agreed. The field of the position is the Development of health care services. The language of instruction is Finnish. The position may be filled as assistant professor, associate professor or professor, depending on the candidates’ merits and career stage. Common selection criteria of the Faculty of Medicine Assistant / associate professor An appointee to the position of assistant/associate professor in the tenure track system shall hold a doctoral degree in health sciences or a relevant field, have the ability to conduct independent scholarly work and have the teaching skills necessary for the position. In addition, applicants for assistant professorships shall demonstrate their ability and motivation for an academic career through publications and other means. The degree requirement must be met by the end of the application deadline. When considering applicants’ qualifications, account shall be taken not only of their research work and teaching qualifications, but also of their success in obtaining external research funding, international research experience and other international experience. Professor An appointee to a professorship shall hold a doctoral degree in health sciences or a relevant field and have top level scholarly qualifications, experience in the supervision of scientific research, as well as the ability to provide top-level research-based teaching and to supervise theses and dissertations. In addition, the appointee shall present documentation of international cooperation in the field of research that he or she represents. Holders of professorships shall also have the skills necessary for serving as an academic leader. The degree requirement must be met by the end of the application deadline. When considering the applicant’s qualifications, attention shall be given to scientific publications and other research results of scientific value, teaching experience and pedagogical training, the ability to produce teaching material, other teaching merits and, if necessary, a demonstration of teaching skills as well as the applicant’s participation in doctoral education. Account shall also be taken of the applicant’s activity in the scientific community, success in obtaining external research funding, international research experience and international elected positions as well as leadership and interaction skills. To ensure that the applicant’s ability to supervise theses and dissertations meets the requirements of the Faculty of Medicine, he or she must have completed the supervision of at least one doctoral dissertation. The requirement for a supervised dissertation must be met by the end of the application deadline. Duties The assistant professor, associate professor or professor will be responsible for developing a degree programme leading to the completion of a master’s degree in health care, providing teaching and supervision in the programme, and contributing to the development of doctoral education in health sciences. The appointee will provide instruction particularly in the Master’s Programme in the Development of Health Care Services and, if necessary, will teach Faculty courses compulsory to all students. The appointee will also be responsible for research broadly related to the field of the professorship and the development of a discipline at the University of Helsinki. Applicants must provide evidence of their involvement in health care development projects and relevant professional networks. The duties associated with the professorship will also include administrative tasks. The professor’s duties also include carrying out and supervising scientific research, following developments in research and participating in societal interaction as well as national and international cooperation in the field. In addition, the professor’s duties include other tasks assigned to the unit. The appointee and HUS Helsinki University Hospital may negotiate over a suitable secondary position. Trial period of six months will be applied. Requirements for language skills According to the Government Decree on Universities, holders of teaching and research positions must be proficient in the language of instruction. The language of instruction is Finnish. In addition, the appointee must have at least satisfactory oral and written skills in Swedish. To successfully attend to the duties of the position, the appointee must also have good English skills. Salary The salary will be based on level 7 (assistant professor) and levels 8-10 (professor) of the demands level chart for teaching and research personnel in the salary system of Finnish universities. In addition, the appointee will be paid a salary component based on personal work performance. Application documents Applications must have the following enclosures as a one single pdf file (in English): CV; Scientific activities: free-form, one-page report of the applicant’s scientific activities; Statement of intent: a statement of no more than one page on how the applicant intends to carry out the duties of the position and develop the teaching and research in the field; Documentation of teaching qualifications List of received funding sources (€) List of publications List of selected 20 publications Instructions, requirements for language skills and models are available on the Faculty’s website at https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-medicine/about-us/work-us How to apply Applications should be submitted through the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the "Apply now" button. Internal applicants (i.e., current employees of the University of Helsinki) submit their applications by using the Employee Login button. Please apply by 28 May 2026. Further information Further information about the position may be obtained from Director of Clinicum, Professor Klaus Olkkola, klaus.olkkola@helsinki.fi, tel. 040 758 3655. Enquiries regarding the recruitment process: HR Specialist Taru Vitikka, taru.vitikka@helsinki.fi, tel. 050 356 9334 Technical support for using the recruitment system: recruitment@helsinki.fi The Faculty of Medicine promotes scientific research of a high standard and is responsible for providing research-based undergraduate and postgraduate education in medicine, dentistry, psychology and logopedics, as well as for the English-language Master’s Programme in Translational Medicine, Master’s Programme in Development of Health Care Services and provides also psychotherapist education. In addition to its teaching and research activities, the Faculty serves as a significant expert organisation in the healthcare sector and contributes to the discourse on ethics in the field. In terms of research, the Faculty aims for a place among the best medical faculties in the world, while consolidating and strengthening its status as a top-level institution of medical education. Together with HUS Helsinki University Hospital and the Helsinki Institute of Life Science (HiLIFE), the Faculty of Medicine, University of Helsinki, constitutes the Academic Medical Center. This medical center has been very successful in international comparisons, ranking among the top 10 medical campuses in Europe and among the top 50 globally. A diverse and equitable study and work culture is important to us. That is why we do our best to promote an inclusive university community. We encourage all qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our positions Click this link to read about accessibility and inclusivity at our University. JOIN US TO BUILD A BETTER WORLD – TOGETHER! #HelsinkiUniCareers
Salary
Competitive
Posted
4 May 2026
Post Doctoral Researcher, Geography
Maynooth University
Ireland, Maynooth
Maynooth University
Ireland, Maynooth
Department: Geography Vacancy ID: 041284 Closing Date: 17-May-2026 We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join the ICARUS Oceans Group at Maynooth University to work on the Marine Institute-funded Actionable Sea Level Information for Irish Policy (ASLIP) project. The successful candidate will lead research at the interface of oceanography, climate science, and data science, with a strong emphasis on translating scientific evidence into actionable information for policymakers. The role will involve the assessment and improvement of sea‑level rise projections for Ireland, integration of observational datasets, and the co‑development of interactive data products to support national climate adaptation and resilience planning. The postdoctoral researcher will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of oceanographers, statisticians and policy stakeholders, including close collaboration with the Marine Institute and other national agencies. Salary: Post-Doctoral Researcher (2026): €46,805 p.a. (1 point) Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions. Closing Date: 23:30hrs (local Irish time) on Sunday, 17th May 2026 Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified above. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted. Maynooth University is an equal opportunities employer The position is subject to the Statutes of the University
Salary
€46,805 p.a.
Posted
4 May 2026
Research Engineer (Federated Causal Inference in Heterogeneous Data Environments) - UP
Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)
Singapore
Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)
Singapore
As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets that are relevant to industry demands while working on research projects in SIT. This project focuses on federated causal inference in heterogeneous data environments, addressing the challenge of enabling trustworthy causal analysis across distributed datasets while preserving privacy. The successful candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end investigation of novel federated learning strategies for causal inference. The role will bridge rigorous theoretical work with hands-on algorithm design and development on real-world datasets. The core responsibility is to build and validate federated causal inference algorithms through simulations and live demonstrations. Key Responsibilities Participate in and manage the research project with Principal Investigator (PI) to ensure all project deliverables are met. Derivation of novel performance metrics for federated causal inference algorithms. Analysis of causal inference models in federated settings using synthetic and real-world datasets. Design and development of novel federated causal inference algorithms and associated software APIs. Validation of algorithms via simulations and live demonstrations. Job Requirements A Master's degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or equivalent. Strong theoretical background in statistics and machine learning. Knowledge of the basics of federated learning and causal inference is highly encouraged. Proven track record in research and development of machine learning algorithms. Proficiency in algorithm development using Python and ML frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow. Key Competencies Work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment. Able to build and maintain strong working relationships with people within and external to the university. Self-directed learner who believes in continuous learning and development. Proficient in technical writing and presentation. Possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Salary
Competitive
Posted
4 May 2026
Subjects Taught at UCL
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Life Sciences
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Medical and Health
- Medicine and Dentistry
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- Chemistry
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- Mathematics and Statistics
- Physics and Astronomy
Psychology
- Psychology
Social Sciences
- Communication and Media Studies
- Geography
- Politics and International Studies
- Sociology