Beijing Institute of Petrochemical Technology

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. The role The Centre for Environment & Sustainability (CES) offers the unique Practitioner Doctorate in Sustainability (PDS) programme, in which students complete their research project within an organisation, solving a real-world sustainability challenge. We are seeking a part-time Sponsorship and Relationship Officer (0.5 FTE) who will be responsible for proactively developing new leads and opportunities with businesses to engage PDS students. The postholder will manage relationships with sponsor organisations for the duration of the project to ensure high student and sponsor satisfaction. About you We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with excellent communication skills and experience in sales/business development. The postholder should be proactive in seeking opportunities to attract and retain sponsors. How to apply To apply, please upload your CV and a covering letter outlining how your meet the job specification. Interviews will be held week commencing 20th April. This is a fixed term position to 31 July 2027. It is renewable annually thereafter subject to PDS programme requirements (the programme has been in place without interruption since 2015). Further details Job Description

Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 13 000 students, 400 professors and close to 4 500 other faculty and staff working on our dynamic campus in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community. The Aalto University School of Business is the leading business school in Finland. The School belongs to the select group of business schools that have been granted the most important international quality accreditations in its field. It aspires to be among the best business schools in Europe in terms of research excellence, a portfolio of pioneering B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D., and executive education programs, and contributions to society. The Department of Management Studies invites applications for a POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN CREATIVITY, DESIGN AND LEADERSHIP (3 + 1 years) We are looking to hire a junior academic to advance research in Creativity, Design, and Leadership. The Postdoctoral Researcher position is within the Organization and Management Group in the Department of Management Studies at Aalto University School of Business (http://management.aalto.fi). The department comprises several highly competitive research groups in organization and management theory, strategy, creativity leadership, human resource management, organizational behavior and sustainability management researchers, whose members publish in leading management journals such as Academy of Management Journal, Academy of Management Review, Administrative Science Quarterly, Journal of Business Ethics, Organization Studies, Human Relations among others. Moreover, the department has a lively, international research community with numerous doctoral students, postdoctoral researchers, and faculty members from several countries and multidisciplinary backgrounds. Our expectations The Postdoctoral Researcher position is intended to allow the chosen researcher to pursue their research agenda and develop their personal competencies. We expect the candidate to conduct high-quality research, both independently and collectively, with the potential to publish in the best international journals in the area of Creativity, Design, and Leadership. We value critical perspectives, both theoretical and methodological. The position is associated with limited teaching load; that is, one course per academic year. In addition, the position includes master’s thesis advisory roles and an opportunity to be involved in doctoral education. Your experience and ambitions We look for scholars who are completing, or have completed within the past four years, their doctoral studies in a relevant field. Applicants should have demonstrated the ability to conduct research independently, have potential to publish in high-quality scholarly journals, and to teach competently. The position requires fluency in English. The Postdoctoral Researcher is required to be in residence for the duration of the appointment. The start date of the employment can be negotiated, ideally commencing in Autumn 2026. What we offer This Postdoctoral Researcher position is a fixed-term position for 3 years (with a possible extension of up to 4 years). The expected starting salary for a Postdoctoral Researcher is approximately 4500 €/month (income before deduction of taxes), depending on experience and qualifications. As an employer, Aalto University provides excellent learning and development opportunities as well as occupational health care services, versatile exercise services, and other employee benefits. Aalto University provides a great working environment: Meaningful and inspiring environment. We are proud of our purpose to shape a sustainable future. We spark the game changers of tomorrow, and renew society with research-based knowledge, creativity, and an entrepreneurial mindset. Culture that inspires and includes everyone. All our work is guided by the values of the university: responsibility, courage, and collaboration. It’s the people who create Aalto, now and in the future. We want to be an open community where equality and inclusion enable curiosity, innovation, collaboration and wellbeing. Responsible and meaningful role with true impact in our University’s/ School’s success, and in the end, in the wellbeing and development of our society. Support, coaching and sparring when you feel you need it. Great possibilities for competence development and learning. We constantly keep learning to find the most impactful ways to empower – and invest in – our people. Our vast array of professional development opportunities means you will grow and learn, having the chance to participate actively in staff trainings and development projects based on your interests and needs. We work in a hybrid format in Finland, and the primary workplace is Otaniemi, Espoo. The Otaniemi campus is a thriving and connected transdisciplinary community. Life at the campus is vibrant and filled with world-class architecture, calming nature, and a variety of cafes, restaurants, services and good connections to Helsinki and local communities with the metro and tram lines. For more Information For further information, please contact Professors Taija Turunen, taija.turunen@aalto.fi, or Astrid Huopalainen astrid.huopalainen@aalto.fi or for questions relating to the recruitment process, HR Partner Jenna Knuutinen, jenna.knuutinen@aalto.fi. Join us! If you want to join our community, please submit your application through our recruitment system Workday no later than Thursday May 7th, 2026 at 23:59 EET (Helsinki time). Aalto University’s employees and visitors should apply for the position by using their existing Workday user account. Please see how to do it here. Interviews will be held during the May-June. Your application should include all of the following documents, in English: Cover letter Curriculum Vitae List of publications and working papers Names and contact information for two references Description of teaching experience A job market paper that demonstrates your skills and research programme (can be either solo or co-authored) Aalto University reserves the right for justified reasons to leave the position open or to extend the application period. About Finland Finland is a great place for living with or without family – it is a safe, politically stable and well-organized Nordic society. Finland is consistently ranked high in quality of life and was just listed again as the happiest country in the world for the ninth straight year: https://www.worldhappiness.report/ed/2026/. For more information about living in Finland: https://www.aalto.fi/en/careers-at-aalto/living-in-finland & https://www.aalto.fi/en/services/welcome-to-aalto-university-and-finland-info-package. In Helsinki on March 25, 2026 More about Aalto University: Aalto.fi youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity linkedin.com/school/aalto-university/ www.facebook.com/aaltouniversity instagram.com/aaltouniversity To view information about Workday Accessibility, please click here. Please see more of our Open Positions here.

Job Purpose: The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver on an industry innovation research project where you will be part of the research team to develop a Multimodal AI for Fire Detection & Safety Systems. Key Responsibilities:  Participate in and manage the research project with Principal Investigator (PI), Collaborator and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met. Undertake these responsibilities in the project: Develop and deploy multimodal AI algorithms for fire, smoke, and hot-work detection by fusing optical, thermal/infrared, LiDAR, RADAR, and gas sensor data under varying environmental conditions. Design computer vision and human-behavior analysis models for detecting personnel, posture, casualties, and hazardous situations, including operation in low-visibility scenarios. Implement scene mapping, environment perception, and path-planning algorithms using LiDAR and RADAR data to support evacuation guidance and first-responder navigation. Build real-time predictive models for fire intensity and spread forecasting and integrate LLM-based scene description and decision support into an end-to-end deployable system. Carry out Risk Assessment, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations. Coordinate procurement and liaison with vendors/suppliers. Work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment. Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Electrical / Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a closely related discipline, with foundational knowledge in signal processing and machine learning. Working knowledge of computer vision and deep learning concepts, including object detection and image-based classification, with hands-on experience using Python and at least one deep learning framework (e.g., PyTorch or TensorFlow). Basic experience handling and processing sensor data (e.g., camera, thermal, LiDAR, RADAR, or similar perception sensors) in real-world or laboratory settings. Familiarity with Linux-based development environments and standard software tools for data analysis, model training, and evaluation. Ability to independently implement, test, and document applied research solutions, with prior experience through projects, internships, or research assistantships considered sufficient. Prior experience in publishing is desirable.