Blekinge Institute of Technology

About the job The Head – Career Services & Alumni Engagement is a senior leadership role responsible for building a robust industry ecosystem, driving successful internships and placements, and engaging with alumni at each IBC, thereby enhancing student outcomes. The role acts as a strategic bridge between academia and industry by aligning career development programs, employer partnerships, alumni relations, and student readiness with evolving workforce demands. About the Role The Head – Career Services & Alumni Engagement is a senior leadership role responsible for building a robust industry ecosystem, driving successful internships and placements, and engaging with alumni at each IBC, thereby enhancing student outcomes. Responsibilities Strategy & Leadership Define and execute the career services and industry engagement strategy aligned with institutional goals at each IBC. Lead the career services function across all IBCs, ensuring high-quality outcomes in internships, placements, entrepreneurship, and further studies. Establish KPIs around internship and placement rates, compensation benchmarks and YoY growth, India vs. international internships and placements, employer satisfaction, and alternate career paths such as entrepreneurship/startups and further studies. Create and drive Industry Advisory Committees at each IBC, bringing together CXOs and academic leaders to align program outcomes. Develop an alumni engagement strategy at each IBC to engage with existing alumni, especially the Indian diaspora from the home campus. Create enabling policies across all IBCs, such as extended placement support, to encourage students to pursue startup ideas. Industry Engagement & Partnerships Build and sustain strategic relationships with corporations, startups, government bodies, research organizations, and global employers to create a strong ecosystem supporting internships, placements, live projects, entrepreneurship, and higher education pathways. Act as the primary liaison between the IBC and industry, facilitating job opportunities, internships, live projects, startup collaborations, and career pathways, including placements, further studies, and entrepreneurial ventures, while engaging faculty, academic leaders, and alumni networks to strengthen outcomes. Represent the IBC in industry forums, networking events, and employer engagement platforms, promoting the University’s talent pool, fostering partnerships for recruitment, research, and innovation, and enhancing visibility among corporates, startups, investors, and alumni stakeholders. Placements & Internship Programs Oversee end-to-end management of internships, campus placements, and graduate employment outcomes. Drive structured processes for internships, final placements, PPO conversions, startup incubation linkages, and admissions into premier global institutions. Drive employer outreach and engagement initiatives, including campus recruitment drives, career fairs, industry immersion programs, and startup connect forums. Continuously monitor industry trends, hiring patterns, and future skill demands, and translate insights into dynamic placement and career strategies, enabling the University to stay ahead of evolving workforce needs. Career Development & Student Readiness Design and implement career readiness programs, including workshops, mentoring, assessments, coaching, and experiential learning initiatives, to equip students with the skills required for internships, placements, entrepreneurship, and higher studies. Provide structured guidance to students on career planning, including résumé building, interview preparation, networking strategies, personal branding, and career pathway selection, supporting diverse outcomes such as corporate roles, startup ventures, and admissions to premier global institutions. Integrate employability skills and career pathways into academic programs by partnering with faculty and academic leaders to embed industry-relevant competencies, experiential learning, entrepreneurial exposure, and career-aligned curriculum design across disciplines. Employer Relations & Ecosystem Building Develop and manage employer pipelines and recruiter databases, including corporates, startups, alumni-founded ventures, and global employers, supported by structured databases and systems. Ensure a strong employer experience and long-term engagement with the University by delivering seamless recruitment processes, proactive relationship management, continuous feedback loops, and value-added interactions. Explore new industry partnerships for live projects, research collaborations, and skill development initiatives, including engagements with startups, incubators, and innovation ecosystems. Data, Analytics & Reporting Track, analyze, and report placement metrics, student outcomes, and engagement levels, including internship conversions, placement rates, compensation benchmarks, higher education pathways, and student engagement metrics. Maintain databases covering students, alumni, recruiters, industry partners, and job opportunities, enabling data-driven operations. Leverage data-driven insights to improve program effectiveness and support leadership decisions, including refining placement strategies, identifying industry demand trends, strengthening employer partnerships, and shaping academic and career interventions. Stakeholder Collaboration Partner with academic departments to align curricula with evolving industry needs by integrating employability skills, experiential learning, live projects, and entrepreneurial pathways into academic programs to enhance student readiness for diverse career outcomes. Work closely with alumni relations, research, and student services teams to leverage alumni networks, industry insights, research linkages, and student support frameworks in building a holistic career ecosystem. Engage internal and external stakeholders to enhance overall student career outcomes by co-creating initiatives that improve employability and strengthen the University’s reputation within the global talent and innovation ecosystem. Team Leadership & Operations Build and lead high-performing teams across career services, placements, and employer engagement. Manage budgets, resources, and operational efficiency of the function. Foster a culture of innovation, service excellence, and continuous improvement. Qualification Rich experience in career services, placements, corporate relations, or talent development. Global exposure to closing positions outside India, such as in GCC, Singapore, and Malaysia, will be important to create differentiation in outcomes across IBCs. Proven track record in building employer partnerships and achieving strong placement outcomes. Strong understanding of industry hiring trends and employability frameworks.

Description The Division of Engineering, New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit Associate Research Scientist to work on advanced sustainable functionalized membranes for desalination and water treatment, under the supervision of Professor Nidal Hilal, Director of the Water Research Center and Global Professor of Engineering. The successful applicant will drive an exciting project on developing functionalized membrane materials to tailor sustainable antifouling hybrid ultrafiltration membranes and antibacterial nanofiltration or reverse osmosis membranes for desalination and water purification. The candidate will explore advanced membrane fabrication techniques and characterization tools (SEM, AFM, Raman, TEM, DSC, XRD, FTIR, TGA, BET, etc.) to correlate fabrication-structure-property-performance of novel nanomaterials with sustainable membranes for desalination and water purification via separation processes. The candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment consisting of PhD-level scientists and engineers, graduate students, and undergraduate students. The successful applicant will manage the project and work closely with post-doctoral researchers, establish deep technical knowledge, and develop transferable skills. He/she will actively be involved in developing novel concepts and writing research proposals. He/she will work on solving complex problems with efficiency and creativity. He/she will be involved in writing progress reports, authoring peer-reviewed publications, drafting patents, and presenting results at national and international conferences. The successful candidate will have to demonstrate his expertise in assessing antibacterial and antibiofouling properties of nanomaterials, membrane fabrications, sewage water treatment, life cycle assessment, and separation processes. He/she will be detail-oriented and well-organized and will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. The successful candidate should be able to work independently and as part of a team. Applicants must have a PhD in materials science and engineering, environmental chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field, along with at least 5 years of relevant post-PhD research experience. Analytical characterization skills and excellent experimental expertise relevant to assessing the antibacterial and antibiofouling properties of diversified sustainable membranes are required. Candidates with a history of peer-reviewed publications in a related research area and prior expertise in materials science, environmental chemistry, and water treatment will be preferred. This position will begin in September 2026 as a two-year contract, renewable depending on performance. The terms of employment are very competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications will be accepted immediately, and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a one-page summary of research accomplishments and interests, and at least 2 references, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email: nhh2@nyu.edu. About NYU Abu Dhabi https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/ NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents.  NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching. Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed. Working for NYUAD At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it’s your home. In order for research staff to thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents; access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is committed to research staff success throughout the academic trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches. Support for dual-career families is a priority. Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your dependents. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of our academic community. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply. Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for exceptional people. NYUAD values belonging and respect; such principles are fundamental to the university’s commitment to excellence. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to our vibrant, multidisciplinary research and teaching community. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a global campus community are hallmarks of the University’s mission. @WorkAtNYUAD

Position Details Continuing I Full-Time Higher Education Officer Level 9 I $ 133860- $143239 pa| 17% Superannuation Location: Bedford Park, Kaurna Country View Position Description About the Role Flinders University is seeking an experienced Manager, Research Infrastructure and Collaborative Facilities (Science), internally referred to as a Collaborative Platforms Manager, to provide strategic and operational leadership across multiple collaborative research and support facilities within the College of Science and Engineering. This position drives the performance, growth, and continuous improvement of multiple specialised and technical support facilities, delivering high-quality services that support research and teaching impact, revenue generation, and user satisfaction. You will lead technical teams across multiple facilities and manage complex operational environments. You will drive innovation in service delivery and contribute to the strategic development of new facilities to meet emerging research and teaching needs. This senior position will ensure the delivery of high-quality, efficient, and innovative services that support research impact, revenue growth, and user satisfaction. In this position, you will: Lead the strategic and operational management of multiple core research facilities, ensuring high performance, compliance, and service excellence Drive facility outcomes including KPIs for revenue, research impact, user satisfaction, and operational efficiency Lead and develop technical teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement Oversee budgets, cost recovery, and facility development, including business cases for new capability and infrastructure This position is open to candidates with Australian Work Rights. Relocation support is available. About You: You are a senior leader with extensive experience managing research or core facilities in a scientific or university environment. You bring a strong balance of strategic thinking, operational management, and people leadership. You are confident managing complex infrastructure environments and are driven by service excellence, innovation, and measurable outcomes. You will demonstrate: Proven leadership in facility management, team development, and stakeholder engagement Strong financial capability including budgeting, cost recovery, and revenue generation Knowledge of WHS, PC2, accreditation, and scientific facility compliance standards Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement and data-driven reporting Life at Flinders They say know your place. We say you've found it right here. Flinders University was founded on the belief that learning should open minds, celebrate individuality and give people the freedom to pursue their own point of view. That spirit lives on in our community of thinkers, doers and changemakers who challenge convention, and each other, to shape what comes next. Rising to a challenge is nothing new for Flinders. During our first 60 years, we’ve navigated revolutionary changes in social and cultural norms, and have responded to transformative economic, environmental and technological developments. Through it all, we’ve continued to deliver for our students and community, innovating in learning and research to prepare graduates for the changing world they help create So, why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Wide range of professional development activities and services We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre(Bedford Park, South Australia). Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy Prescribed Conditions for Employment A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. How to Apply and Information As well as a CV, you are required to submit a suitability statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description. For more information regarding this position, we strongly encourage you to contact Clint Chapman Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) on Thursday 16 July 2026. Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted. Certification Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 16 July 2026 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless.