Brest National School of Engineering

Schemes of Service: Research Division: Professional Officers Employment Type: Fixed Term Job Purpose The Senior Research Fellow/Research Fellow for Design Factory will play a pivotal role in identifying opportunities and problems that others choose to ignore and solve it with innovative and ingenious solutions that defy convention using proven technologies and innovations. Collaborating closely with faculty, industry partners, researchers, and students, we will co-create impactful, practical, and commercially viable products that bridge the gap between technologies and customers, encompassing environmental, social, and economic dimensions. Key Responsibilities Applied Research and Innovation Leads Research Fellows (RFs) and Research Engineers/Assistants (RE/RAs) in the end-to-end development and productisation of solutions, including experimental design and prototype validation. Lead and manage projects focused on product innovation, including, Artificial Intelligence, renewable energy, circular economy, sustainable materials, and carbon reduction technologies. Explore emerging technologies, frameworks, and practices to advance product solutions in industries. Establishes challenging yet achievable project goals; conducts structured reviews to ensure timely delivery of milestones and project deliverables. Champions thought leadership in research and development, driving innovation across the organization. Oversees facility planning and design, encompassing layout, equipment, utilities, and resource allocation, while developing business plans and ensuring adherence to budget and timelines. Identifies, defines, and resolves complex, non-obvious problems within existing systems and processes through rigorous analytical thinking. Cultivates strategic relationships with industry partners and vendors in support of research initiatives. Mentors and develops team members; provides leadership in scheduling, task allocation, and performance monitoring. Co-supervises student projects in collaboration with academic staff, fostering a strong research pipeline. Maintains comprehensive Laboratory and Project Risk Assessments in full compliance with Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) regulations. Industry Engagement Collaborate with industry partners to co-create innovative products that enhance their portfolio and align with strategic business goals. Identify emerging trends and opportunities in Product Innovation to position SIT as a key partner in Design Thinking, New Product Development and Product innovation. Foster partnerships with businesses, government agencies, and other stakeholders to develop impactful projects that enhance environmental, social, and economic outcomes. Technical professionals who will work with local enterprises to frame projects, identify capabilities needed from the industry ecosystem, IHLs and centres. Involve in industry engagements, help to bring in higher value-added projects for the centres in SIT, Polytechnics and ITE.  Project Management Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of sustainability-related projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality outcomes. Secure funding for research and innovation projects through grant applications and proposals. Monitor project progress, budgets, and milestones, providing regular updates to stakeholders. Professional Development and Expertise Stay updated with developments in sustainability innovation, including new technologies, regulations, and industry practices. Teaching and Mentorship Supervise and mentor students in industry projects, providing technical guidance and fostering an applied learning environment. Contribute to the development of product development curricula by integrating industry insights and best practices. Job Requirements PhD with a minimum of 10 years of relevant industry or research experience; or Bachelor's or Master's degree with a minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience. Deliver high-quality and professional ethics with passion for business development and managing customer relationships. Strong business acumen, project management experience and results-oriented with a strategic mindset. Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills and able to adapt in a fast-paced business environment. Good experience in Product Management: Develop and implement strategies for integrating sustainability and energy efficiency into the product lifecycle, from conception to market launch. Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills. Experience in writing project proposals and grants will be an added advantage. Extensive experience and knowledge of industry practices to bring industry perspective to SIT. Keen interest in innovation projects, with demonstrated ability in developing solutions to technical problems. Strong supervisory skills and enjoy working closely with students in an educational environment. Demonstrate proficiency to keep abreast of development in the field and pursue professional certification programs. Possess industrial certifications in relevant areas will be an added advantage. Key Competencies Strong understanding of the business challenges faced by industries and the market landscape in Singapore and the region. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with industry partners, students, and stakeholders. Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional and multidisciplinary environment. Proactive approach to continuous learning and professional development in the sustainability field. Proficient in technical writing and presentation Possess good analytical and critical thinking skills Shows good initiative and takes ownership of work undertaken

Strategic partner to the Executive Dean of the Faculty of Health Lead a large, complex portfolio spanning operations, finance, workforce and risk Drive transformation, innovation and growth across one of SCU’s flagship faculties Be Bold. Belong. Be More. At Southern Cross University, we do things differently, and so can you. A career with us is more than you might expect. Yes, it’s about the heart, connectedness and community you’d hope for in a regional university. But there’s also so much more. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper, focused learning experience and our research is deeply connected to our regions, making a difference on a global scale. This is your chance to help us build something new and meaningful for our students, our communities and your career. To drive change, make a real impact, and thrive in a place as unique as you. You can be good anywhere. Here, you can be great. Your opportunity The Faculty of Health is one of Southern Cross University’s largest and most strategically important portfolios, delivering education, research and industry partnerships that have a direct impact on the health workforce and the communities we serve. As Faculty Manager, you will operate as the Executive Dean’s strategic partner. Leading the professional operations of the Faculty while helping shape its future direction, sustainability and growth. This is a highly visible leadership role with responsibility for financial stewardship, organisational performance, workforce capability, operational excellence and enterprise-wide influence. Leading a diverse portfolio of professional services, you will work across teaching, research and engagement activities to ensure the Faculty remains responsive, sustainable and positioned for future opportunities. You will influence decisions at the highest levels of the University, represent the Faculty across senior forums and drive initiatives that strengthen performance, capability and innovation. You will make an impact by: Partnering with the Executive Dean to shape Faculty strategy, performance and long-term sustainability Leading financial planning, resource allocation and commercial initiatives across a significant Faculty portfolio Leading and developing a multi-layered professional leadership team, building capability and organisational effectiveness Driving transformation initiatives, new operating models and continuous improvement across Faculty operations Providing leadership on risk, governance, accreditation and operational priorities while influencing broader University decision making What you will bring You are a strategic and commercially astute leader who can balance operational excellence with long-term thinking. You understand how complex organisations work and can translate strategy into action while building strong relationships across diverse stakeholder groups. You bring a collaborative leadership style, strong business acumen and the ability to lead through complexity, ambiguity and change. Equally comfortable discussing financial performance, workforce planning, organisational risk or strategic opportunities, you thrive in environments that require influence, sound judgement and enterprise thinking.  To succeed in this role, you will also need: Significant senior leadership experience within complex health, higher education or similarly regulated environments Demonstrated success leading large operational portfolios, including financial management, workforce planning and organisational performance Experience leading and developing senior professional teams with complex organisational structures Strong commercial, analytical and strategic capabilities, including the ability to identify opportunities and influence executive decision making Proven ability to lead transformation, manage risk and deliver outcomes in dynamic and evolving environments Postgraduate qualifications in business, health management or a related discipline will be highly regarded, along with experience operating within large, multi-site organisations and complex stakeholder environments.   Why Southern Cross University SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant. That means you’ll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And you’ll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed. A career with us is about more than just work. It’s about place, community and the life you want to live. With three main campuses at the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour and the Northern Rivers region of NSW, we’re integral to all these wonderful communities. Find your place and be more in this beautiful part of the world. Your opportunity is: Full-time, continuing (permanent) Located at either Gold Coast, QLD 4225, or Lismore, NSW 2480. Relocation assistance is available, making it easier to join our regional communities HEW Level 10. The base salary ranges from $142,445 - $161,055 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $188,434. You will enjoy a range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, growth and work-life balance. For more information on our benefits and what it’s like to work at SCU, visit Why work at Southern Cross University? Be more with Southern Cross University today Southern Cross University values potential as much as experience. If you do not meet all the listed requirements but are excited about the role and confident you can contribute, we encourage you to apply or reach out for more information. Name: Vivian Cormier Email: jobs@scu.edu.au Applications close 11.30pm AEST 19 July 2026. Eligible applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency or current working rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment.  Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter. The cover letter must clearly address each selection criterion in the position description. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website. Southern Cross University celebrates the rich diversity of our regions and international community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate. For any support through the recruitment process reach out to jobs@scu.edu.au. #LI-VC1 #GC Position Description How to apply: Start your application by clicking the "begin" button. Login to an existing account or reset your password Preview Application Form By choosing to continue, you agree to the Privacy Notice. Show Privacy Notice

About Us University of Southampton has been awarded funding to develop and host a Specialist Centre for Public Health. LifeLab is a unique research-based educational project created by the University of Southampton in collaboration with the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre and University Hospital Southampton. With children and young people at the heart of everything we do, LifeLab provides engaging experiences in and outside schools in a variety of creative formats. These experiences empower children and young people to understand the science behind the health messages they see and hear. They are able to apply that knowledge to the choices they make for their own lives – for their health now, in the future and for their future families. About the Role The Senior Research Dissemination Fellow will support our ongoing work by identifying and optimising the research and dissemination outputs of LifeLab. You will be required to work proactively across the team to understand the range and depth of work undertaken in LifeLab and wider Specialist Centre for Public Health and to prepare quality research outputs for dissemination.  You will have knowledge and experience of research within the public health sector, and to be able to work collaboratively to project delivery dates. You will also be an excellent communicator and able to build relationships both internally and externally. This post is offered on a fixed term (24 months) basis in the School of Healthcare Enterprise & Innovation. As a school we operate hybrid working with an expected minimum of 20% in office. This role is available as a fractional or full-time post. University of Southampton  The University of Southampton promotes a healthy work life balance with a generous holiday allowance, defined benefit pension, flexible working, generous parental leave, and childcare provision. For more information on our benefits, please visit our human resources pages. If you would like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Susan Patrick via s.patrick@soton.ac.uk.