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School of Health, UniSC Fraser Coast Level C, $144,979 - $167,068 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation Full-time, ongoing appointment The School of Health (SOH) SOH: Where Passion Meets Impact - Join the School of Health! Are you eager to make a difference in health education and research? Join our dedicated team of researchers and educators at the School of Health (SOH). We have a strong focus on cultivating healthy minds, bodies, and environments through our teaching, research, and outreach efforts. With a purpose that extends regionally and impacts globally, we are committed to advancing knowledge in the health sector and improving the well-being of our communities. Together, let's create healthier communities now and for the generations to come. The Opportunity As a Senior Lecturer in Nursing, you will take on a key academic leadership role shaping the future of contemporary nursing education. You will champion innovative curriculum design, elevate teaching excellence, and expand work-integrated learning through influential partnerships across the health sector. Based at UniSC’s Fraser Coast campus, you will also play an important role in building research capacity, supervising Higher Degree by Research candidates and mentoring emerging academics to foster a strong, collaborative scholarly culture. In parallel, you will advance a purposeful research agenda that addresses critical health challenges and delivers meaningful impact. Through your leadership, you will help develop highly capable, future-ready graduates equipped to lead in complex clinical and community settings, while contributing to knowledge that improves health outcomes locally and globally - join UniSC and make your mark. For more information on the School of Health, please visit us online: School of Health You will: lead and inspire teaching excellence by designing and delivering innovative, future-focused nursing programs that engage and empower students and colleagues ; drive impactful research through high-quality publications, successful grant funding, and leadership of research projects that create real-world health outcomes; strengthen the University community by contributing to academic leadership, governance, and capacity-building initiatives across the School and broader institution; and build influential partnerships with healthcare providers, industry, and community organisations to expand opportunities and enhance student learning experiences About you You are an accomplished academic and an emerging or established leader in nursing education and research. You bring energy, vision, and a strong sense of purpose to your work, with a passion for shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals. You are known for your ability to inspire, whether in the classroom, through your research, or in collaboration with colleagues and partners. You thrive in a connected, values-driven environment and are motivated by work that delivers meaningful impact. You will possess: A doctoral qualification in a relevant field, or equivalent accreditation and standing Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a nurse A strong and demonstrable record of teaching excellence, including curriculum design, student engagement, and leadership in higher education An established research profile with evidence of publications, grant success, supervision of higher degree candidates, and real-world impact Proven leadership capabilities that foster a positive, high-performing academic culture Experience in academic administration, such as program coordination or related functions Active engagement with professional bodies, industry, or community networks A commitment to continuous professional and academic development Desirable Postgraduate qualifications in higher education Recognition for excellence in teaching and/or research. Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities. UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830. Position Description: 494478_Senior Lecturer in Nursing UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia. All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at Careers at UniSC Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 7 June 2026. Your completed application must include: a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting that within the application form, we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained within the position description. Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact: Professor Stephen NevilleDiscipline Lead, Nursing – School of HealthEmail: sneville2@usc.edu.au Discover UniSC We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni. We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland and a growing footprint in major capital cities. Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. According to the latest Good Universities Guide, UniSC has five star ratings in key areas including teaching quality, overall educational experience, learning resources, skills development, social equity, and student support, ranking us among the top public universities nationally for student satisfaction. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 13 fields ranked well above world standard in the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) rankings. Globally, UniSC is now placed in the top 501–600 institutions in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings and ranks first in Queensland in sustainability impact, reflecting the quality, relevance, and societal impact of our work. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to shape the educational landscape and inspire the minds of future generations. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your teaching and research endeavours. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges. Our Culture & Benefits: Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart. Modern teaching & research facilities. Professional development and career pathway opportunities. We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative. Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options. Salary packing options + 17% Super. EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.

The University of Helsinki, Faculty of Humanities invites applications for the position of UNIVERSITY LECTURER IN JAPANESE STUDIES for a permanent appointment from 1 January 2027, or as agreed. The Faculty of Humanities carries out research and teaching on Japanese culture, history and society as well as the Japanese language. The successful candidate will be a Japanese studies scholar with broad-based expertise. They must have a proven track record in key areas of Japanese studies, such as contemporary society, politics, contemporary history and culture. The appointee’s research and teaching are expected to incorporate a transnational perspective, placing Japan in a wider regional and global context. The position is in the Department of Cultures. The appointee’s duties will include teaching in accordance with degree requirements at all levels of undergraduate and postgraduate study, as well as the supervision and examination of theses in Finnish, English and Swedish. Duties requiring strong collaboration skills include participating in the planning and development of teaching with other staff members in the department, degree programmes and disciplines. We also expect that the applicant will collaborate with teachers from other Faculty departments in developing teaching. Moreover, the university lecturer in Japanese studies will conduct research in Japanese studies and actively support developing the field in general. In addition, the appointee is expected to actively apply for external research funding and to participate in the department’s and faculty’s administrative tasks related to teaching, research, and societal impact. APPOINTMENT CRITERIA According to the University of Helsinki Regulations, an appointee to a university lectureship must hold an applicable doctoral degree and be capable of providing high-quality, research-based teaching and supervising theses. The assessment of applicant merits considers scholarly publications and other research outputs of scholarly value, teaching experience, pedagogical training, the ability to produce learning materials and other teaching merits. Demonstrable research and teaching experience in Japanese studies is expected. Pursuant to the Government Decree on Universities (770/2009), appointees to teaching and research positions at the University must be proficient in the language in which they provide instruction, i.e., Finnish or Swedish. The language of instruction in this position is Finnish. To successfully attend to the duties of the position, the appointee must also have satisfactory skills in Swedish and good skills in English and Japanese. Applicants from a different language background or who have not been educated in Finnish or Swedish may be exempted from the requirement for Swedish skills without a separate application. Further information on language skills and the demonstration of language proficiency is available on the University website. SALARY We offer the opportunity to work in an inspiring, international and multidisciplinary environment. The salary will be based on levels 6–7 of the job requirement scheme 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. The appointee’s gross monthly salary will range average from about €4,500 to €4,900, depending on their merits and experience. The position includes a six-month trial period. The University of Helsinki provides a range of staff benefits, including occupational health services, professional development opportunities, assistance with research project applications, and access to library and fitness facilities. Read more about career opportunities and benefits on our website. HOW TO APPLY Applications, together with the required attachments, must be submitted through the University of Helsinki electronic recruitment system by clicking the link below. Current employees of the University of Helsinki must submit their applications through the SAP Fiori portal. Applicants are requested to enclose with their applications the following documents as a single PDF file (see instructions): A concise cover letter A curriculum vitae A report (max. 5 pages) on the applicant’s teaching expertise and experience An informal report (max. 3 pages) on the applicant’s scholarly activities, including success in obtaining research funding and specialisation in Japanese studies A list of publications All the above documents must be submitted in Finnish or English. Applicants should be aware that, after the application period closes, the appointment committee will invite the shortlisted candidates to attend an interview and to deliver a teaching demonstration. The application deadline is 31st May 2026 (23:59 PM). FURTHER INFORMATION Further information about the position is available from Department Head Antti Korpisaari (antti.korpisaari@helsinki.fi). For enquiries about the recruitment process, please contact HR Specialist Harri Hamara (harri.hamara@helsinki.fi). Read more about the University of Helsinki as an employer.

The Faculty of Humanities and the Faculty of Science at the University of Helsinki invite applications for the position of RESEARCH FELLOW (UNIVERSITY RESEARCHER) OR POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN THE AREA OF TRUSTWORTHY AI ACROSS LINGUISTIC AND CULTURAL DIVERSITIES for a fixed term period 1 January 2027 – 31 December 2030. The Faculty of Humanities and Faculty of Science invite applications for a joint (50%:50%) position as Research Fellow in trustworthy AI across linguistic and cultural diversities within the research action Diversity in Society and Life (DIVSOL). We seek an experienced scholar with expertise in developing artificial intelligence and a demonstrated interest in advancing research methods through interdisciplinary collaboration. We primarily seek to appoint at the Research Fellow level, but Postdoctoral Researcher candidates with strong research experience after doctoral degree will also be considered. The appointed researcher is expected to contribute, from the perspective of AI methods development, to the interdisciplinary research across two or more thematic areas of DIVSOL (see https://www.helsinki.fi/en/diversity-society-and-life/research for more detailed description of the thematic areas). The position involves methodological development in the context of humanities, especially linguistic and cultural diversities across time and space, AI research in low-resource scenarios (e.g., focusing on minoritized and under-resourced communities), and developing methods for diminishing the digital divide in research and society by developing reliable and trustworthy AI. The position contributes to advancing methodological innovation through the creative use of machine learning, AI, and other algorithmic techniques. In line with the interdisciplinary and reflexive ethos of DIVSOL, attention to the societal implications of AI is an important dimension of all research. RESPONSIBILITIES The appointed researcher is expected to pursue independent research on methodological innovation in developing and applying AI methods in humanities, typically in collaboration with existing research groups at the university. Relevant research groups include but are not limited to the following: Computational History, Cross-Lingual NLP, Finno-Ugrian Linguistics, Human Sciences – Computing Interaction, Probabilistic Machine Learning Lab, Scientist in the Loop – Automation of Scientific Discovery. Concrete examples of data sources include historical and born-digital records, databases, resources in minoritized languages, and location or mobility data, with a particular interest in combining different data sources. As the data may include sensitive information, attention to ethical and legal issues is required. In addition to DIVSOL, the appointed researcher participates in the joint activity of the university-wide AI Research Lab that supports the use of AI in scientific research. It will involve roughly ten researchers, three of whom will jointly develop AI in scientific research in the context of DIVSOL. The Lab works in close collaboration with the broader machine learning and AI research community at the university, including software engineers and various support services. The daily working activities of the appointed researcher will be split between the Faculty of Humanities and the Faculty of Science. The researcher will also contribute to teaching and administrative tasks (up to 5% of their working time annually). It is possible to complete the teaching and administrative tasks in English. QUALIFICATIONS An ideal applicant has: A doctoral degree in a suitable field. Research experience after completing the doctoral degree is necessary. Scientific competence in developing and applying artificial intelligence methods with proven publication record in scientific venues in the field, as well as practical programming skills. We expect publication record in top-tier venues in one or more areas relevant for the position: computational linguistics and NLP (ACL, COLING, EMNLP, CL, TACL, or similar), machine learning and AI (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, JMLR, or similar), and AI in humanities (Digital Scholarship in the Humanities, Journal of Cultural Analytics, or similar). Applicants with publications in a closely related field, but not exactly within the scope of the position, are asked to describe clearly why their background is suitable for the position. Applicants are expected to describe their research interests, to explain how these relate to the scope and topic of the position, and to specify how they envision collaboration with existing research groups at the University of Helsinki. A vision of the role of AI in the application domain and an outline of planned research relating specifically to the use of AI in scientific research, for instance development of AI methods for commonly recurring tasks in the field, human-AI collaboration in scientific research, or development of open-source tools for AI4Science. Teaching skills. For Research Fellows (University Researchers), the ideal applicant has (in addition to the above listed requirements): A. Demonstration of additional scholarly activity, such as evidence of independent research activity, the ability to lead a research group, activities in Finnish or international research groups or networks, and experience in the acquisition of research funding. B. Evidence of public engagement. WHAT WE OFFER University of Helsinki is an equal opportunity employer and offers an attractive and diverse workplace with a variety of development opportunities and benefits. The appointee’s gross annual salary will, in practice, for Postdoctoral Researcher range from €42,000 to €49,000 and for Research Fellow (University Researcher) range from €54,000 to €64,000, depending on their previous experience and qualifications. Standard Finnish pension benefits and occupational health care are provided for university employees. Further information can be obtained online. The employment contract will include a probationary period of six months. Finland is a member of the European Union, has high quality free schooling (also in English) and generous family benefits and healthcare. Finland was recently ranked as the best country in the world for expat families, and Helsinki in the world’s top ten most livable cities. Finland and the Helsinki region feature leading research and innovation facilities, clean environment, affordable accommodation, and excellent international, national, and local transport connections. For more information about working at the University of Helsinki and living in Finland, please see the website. The appointee is expected to reside in Finland while employed by the University of Helsinki. International staff are supported in relocating to Finland. HOW TO APPLY Please submit your application, together with the required attachments, through the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the link "Apply now" (“Hae nyt”). Use your current email address to register to the Recruitment System. Only applicants who are currently employed by the University of Helsinki are requested to submit their application via the link “Employee login”. The closing date for applications is 31 May 2026. The following documents in English are required and must be included in the application: A curriculum vitae List of publications An accompanying 2–4-page document addressing the qualification points 1-5(6) above and specifying which position you apply to (Research Fellow or Postdoctoral Researcher). The names, positions and contact details of two referees Other attachments, such as letters of recommendation or other certificates, are not required at this point. FURTHER INFORMATION Further information about the positions and the research project may be obtained from Professor Kaius Sinnemäki at the Faculty of Humanities (DIVSOL director, kaius.sinnemaki@helsinki.fi), and from Professor Arto Klami at the Faculty of Science (Director of the AI Research Lab, arto.klami@helsinki.fi). Further information about the recruitment process can be obtained from recruitment@helsinki.fi (please indicate the position name in the title field of the message). The research action Diversity in Society and Life (DIVSOL) is a research community for transdisciplinary research on ethnic, cultural, linguistic, religious and socio-ecological diversity. It offers new insights into the nature and challenges of the multiple diversities – linguistic, cultural, religious, biological – that characterise societies and urban environments, and will contribute to the development of multi-level sustainable policies for human flourishing. DIVSOL is coordinated by the Faculty of Humanities and includes all SSH units (Humanities, Education, Law, Theology, Social Sciences, the Swedish School of Social Science, and the Helsinki Institute for Social Sciences and Humanities) as well as the Faculties of Science, and of Biological and Environmental Sciences of the University of Helsinki. 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