University of Newcastle

Role Description We welcome applications from skilled and motivated researchers to design and develop experimental cryogenic fuel research facilities. About the Role This role will lead the design, development and operation of novel fuel experimental research facilities. The postholder will act as a primary contact for rig build, safety assurance, and day-to-day operation of complex high pressure/temperature experimental rigs supporting research projects. About You You will be educated to PhD level (or be nearing completion). You must have experience of experimental rig design and development, including control, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems. You will demonstrate knowledge of health and safety practice, including risk assessment, COSHH, and safe operation of high-risk facilities involving electrical systems and pressurised or flammable gases. You will have the proven ability to work autonomously, maintain research documentation, and provide leadership within a laboratory or test-rig environment. About Us As a specialist postgraduate university, Cranfield’s world-class expertise, large-scale facilities and unrivalled industry partnerships are creating leaders in technology and management globally. Learn more about Cranfield and our unique impact here. The Centre for Aeronautics, Propulsion and Power, within the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Sciences, has an established international reputation in gas turbine propulsion and power plant research, as well as aircraft design, aerodynamics and flight control. Its activities span performance simulation, diagnostics, advanced cycles, engine control, combustion, and low-emission technologies, supported by extensive participation in UK- and EU-funded programmes and long-standing industrial partnerships. The Centre hosts a large and active community of MSc students, doctoral researchers, and academic and research staff, underpinned by unique experimental facilities and in-house modelling and optimisation tools. The post is based within the Low Emission Technologies and Combustion Group, which undertakes experimentally driven research with strong scientific and industrial relevance, operating at the interface between academic and industry, and supported by major industrial collaborators. Find out more about our work here. Our Values and Commitments Our shared, stated values help to define who we are and underpin everything we do: Ambition; Impact; Respect; and Community. Find out more here. We aim to create and maintain a culture in which everyone can work and study together and realise their full potential. We are a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to actively exploring flexible working options for each role and have been ranked in the Top 30 family friendly employers in the UK by the charity Working Families. Find out more about our key commitments to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Flexible Working here. Working Arrangements Collaborating and connecting are integral to so much of what we do. Our Working Arrangements Framework provides many staff with the opportunity to flexibly combine on-site and remote working, where job roles allow, balancing the needs of our community of staff, students, clients and partners. How to apply For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Dr Neys Schreiner, Lecturer in Low Emission Propulsion & Cryogenic Engineering, on (E): b.deneys.j.schreiner@cranfield.ac.uk Please do not hesitate to contact us for further details on (E): peoplerecruitment@cranfield.ac.uk. Please quote reference number 5303. Closing date for receipt of applications: 20 May 2026 Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert prior to the stated closing date should we receive sufficient numbers of applications. Therefore, we would encourage you to complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

Job Description SCHOOL OF BUSINESS DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTANCY, ECONOMICS AND FINANCE Teaching Assistant (25260690) We are seeking a motivated, self-directed, and service-oriented team player to provide teaching support to the Department staff and carry out any other duties as assigned. Responsibility mainly includes (i) assisting with teaching (e.g. preparing teaching materials, leading group activities); (ii) assisting in grading calculation-based assignments and providing feedback on students’ work and academic progress; (iii) addressing student inquiries; and (iv) providing support for exams, student internship, seminars and other student activities. Applicants should hold a master’s degree in business, preferably with research or teaching experience. An excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese is essential. Additionally, applicants should demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills. Individuals with or without work experience are encouraged to apply. The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract of six months to one year with a negotiable commencement date. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to performance review, mutual agreement, and availability of funding. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Application Procedure: Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for interview 8 weeks after submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University’s Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer. Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.

The Najumudeen Lab is seeking a highly motivated Lab Manager / Research Technician to join our collaborative and international research team at the Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences and Institute for Molecular Medicine Finland (FIMM), University of Helsinki. The lab is also affiliated with the Helsinki Institute of Life Science (HiLIFE). Our research focuses on intestinal stem cells, metabolism, cancer biology, and integrative multi-omics approaches, including spatial omics, transcriptomics, epigenetics, single-cell workflows, and preclinical cancer models. This position is ideal for a person who combines strong hands-on experience in mouse work with excellent organizational skills and enjoys keeping a research laboratory running smoothly. The successful candidate will play a central role in supporting research projects, coordinating daily lab operations, and contributing intellectually to an active research environment.   Key responsibilities   The successful candidate will: 1.    Coordinate day-to-day lab operations, documentation, shared protocols, and general laboratory organization.  2.    Support research projects of lab members, with a strong drive to contribute intellectually. Tasks will include mouse genotyping, mouse management, mouse monitoring, and communication with mouse facility staff. The candidate is expected to understand the experimental design and the underlying reasons for performing each experiment.  3.    Assist with sample logistics for single-cell and multi-omics workflows.  4.    Maintain lab safety documentation, SOPs, equipment records, and onboarding materials for new lab members.  5.    Support administrative tasks for the group leader, including research meetings, purchasing, invoice processing, and financial documentation.  6.    Actively contribute to research discussions, including lab meetings, journal clubs, and project discussions.    Candidate requirements   •    MSc or PhD, preferably, in a relevant field, such as translational medicine, biomedicine, biochemistry, biotechnology, genetics, molecular biology, or a related discipline.  •    Extensive experience in experimental mouse work is required. Existing authorisation to work with mice is required; candidates must be eligible and willing to obtain the required authorisation in Finland. Please do not apply if this requirement is not applicable. •    Hands-on experience in experimental laboratory work, particularly preclinical mouse models, with a careful working style.  •    Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.  •    Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing tasks.  •    Capability to work both independently and as part of a team.  •    Fluency in English, written and spoken; Finnish is an advantage but not required.    Merits   Experience in one or more of the following areas is considered an advantage: •    Preclinical cancer models  •    Primary stem cell and organoid models  •    Metabolism assays  •    Spatial omics methods  •    Single-cell workflows  •    Lab management, safety documentation or purchasing •    Onboarding or training of new lab members    What we offer   •    A friendly, international, and multidisciplinary research environment  •    A central role in keeping an ambitious research lab organized, compliant, and productive  •    Access to high-quality research infrastructure at the University of Helsinki, FIMM, and HiLIFE  •    Opportunities for training and professional development  •    A workplace in Helsinki, Finland, with excellent quality of life, strong public services, and close access to nature    Salary and contract   The position is offered for a fixed term of two years, starting in August 2026 or as negotiated. Salary will depend on the applicant’s level of skills, knowledge, and abilities and is based on the university salary system. A trial period of 6 months will be applied. The typical starting gross salary for comparable UH laboratory manager roles is approximately €2,600–€3,200/month (depending on duties and experience).   Interested?   Applications should include the following documents: 1.    Cover letter, max. 1 page  2.    CV, max. 4 pages  3.    Full publication list, if applicable  4.    Names of three references  Please submit your application through the University of Helsinki recruitment system. We value authentic applications that reflect the applicant’s own experience, motivation, and voice.   Diversity and inclusion   The University of Helsinki promotes an inclusive and equal work community. We encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Click this link to read about accessibility and inclusivity at our University.   Join the Najumudeen Lab to study intestinal stem cells, metabolism, and cancer in an international research environment in Helsinki.   Deadline: June 30th, 2026.