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Faculty of Educational Sciences invites applications for the position of ASSISTANT, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR AND FULL PROFESSOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION  The assistant or associate professorship will be filled as a fixed-term tenure track position. Further information on the University of Helsinki's tenure track system is available on the University website. The appointment is to begin on 1 January 2027. The full professorship is a fixed-term locum position, to be filled until 31 May 2031. Job overview The assistant or associate professor and the professor will conduct and develop research in special education nationally and internationally, and teach in the Faculty’s bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programmes. The primary responsibility is to advance high-quality research on the learning difficulties, disabilities, learning and wellbeing of children, adolescents and adults. Research in the discipline seeks to generate and support evidence-based education and practice that promotes inclusion and learning in early childhood education settings, schools and society. These positions require experience with a broad range of research methods and the ability to develop them. Duties also include the acquisition of Finnish and international research funding. The appointees must be fully committed to the development of the field, the Faculty’s degree programmes and the workplace community. While the primary teaching language is Finnish, some teaching may be in English. The roles include administrative duties, and the appointees must actively follow scholarly developments, be involved in public engagement and collaborate with international partners. Qualification requirements and appointment criteria  Associate and assistant professors within the tenure track system must hold an applicable doctoral degree and be capable of conducting independent scholarly work, alongside the requisite teaching skills. Research relevant to the professorship’s field is considered an asset. In addition, the appointee must be capable and willing to promote their academic career through publications and other means, and develop teaching, learning and research in the field. The assessment of applicant qualifications considers not only research and teaching merits, but also success in securing external research funding and experience in domestic and international research projects.  Full professors must hold an applicable doctoral degree and possess advanced academic qualifications, experience in leading scholarly research, and evidence of success in securing external research funding and international collaboration in their research field. Applicants must be able to deliver teaching based on top-level research and supervise theses. The position also requires academic leadership skills. The assessment of applicant qualifications considers both scholarly and teaching-related qualifications. Scholarly qualifications encompass relevant publications and other academically valuable research results, success in securing external research funding, international research experience, as well as academic responsibilities and elected positions, and international relations. Teaching qualifications encompass teaching experience and pedagogical training, the ability to produce learning material, other teaching merits and, if necessary, a demonstration of teaching skills and participation in training doctoral researchers. Also considered are applicants’ leadership and interaction skills and their active contribution to the academic community and public engagement. In addition, the appointment committee will review applicants’ views on the development of research and teaching in the field. The assessment of shortlisted applicants will consider statements by external experts and interviews by the appointment committee.  The applications will be assessed comprehensively, with due regard to career stage. The University of Helsinki has signed the DORA Declaration and applies its principles to the assessment of applicants’ academic merits.  According to the Government Decree on Universities, assistant, associate and full professors must be proficient in the language of instruction, in this case, Finnish. To successfully attend to the duties of these positions, appointees must also have good English skills, as teaching can also be provided in English. In addition, they must have at least satisfactory skills in Swedish. A person not educated in Finland in Finnish or Swedish may be exempted from the Swedish requirement. The University provides support for language learning. Read more about the language requirements. The chosen applicant is expected to reside in Finland while employed by the University of Helsinki. The Faculty of Educational Sciences provides assistance in relocation. What we offer The Faculty of Educational Sciences is a dynamic, inspiring and international working and studying environment that has invested in state-of-the-art research and teaching infrastructure. We encourage our staff to make bold and creative decisions while exercising high standards of ethical conduct in research, teaching and community relations. The salary will be based on level 7 (assistant / associate professor) or levels 8-10 (professor) 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 annual gross salary of assistant/associate professor varies between 56,000 and 70,000 Euros and of full professor between 67,000 and 100,000 Euros depending on the appointee’s qualifications and previous experience. The employment contract will include a probationary period of six months. The faculty’s administrative and technical staff, as well as expert colleagues will support the successful appointee in their role. The University of Helsinki provides its staff with occupational health and fitness services, professional development opportunities, as well as a first-class research and teaching environment and the conditions necessary for international cooperation. Read more about work at our university. For international applicants we offer relocation services and support in settling-in, training and other events especially designed for our international staff members, a special UniBuddy-program and specialized support for spouses (HEI LIFE Spouse Network). Application instructions The application, together with the required attachments, must be submitted through the University of Helsinki recruitment system by clicking on the link below. Current University employees must submit their applications through the SAP Fiori portal. All application documents must be in English and submitted as a single PDF file, named as follows: llastname_professor_specialeducation. Kindly see the instructions for the attached documents. Clearly indicate in your application which position (assistant/associate professor or full professor) you are applying for. Link the PDF file to the relevant position in the recruitment system.  The application must be accompanied by the following documents:  A motivation letter or written application. Clearly indicate in your application which position (assistant/associate professor or full professor) you are applying for. A researcher’s curriculum vitae in accordance with University guidelines (max. 10 pages, see instructions above) A numbered list of publications (in which ten publications most relevant to the position are indicated in bold font, see instructions above)  A plan for advancing research and teaching in the field and a vision for the development of the applicant’s research and the research field in general (maximum of 2 pages)  A report on the applicant’s research activities (1–3 pages, including activity in academic communities, acquisition of research funding and international research).  Additionally we request applicants to fill out a separate report on their teaching qualifications via e-form.  Applicants are kindly asked to be prepared, after the closing of the application period and if requested by the faculty, to submit up to 10 publications of their choice to be reviewed by the external evaluators. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and a demonstration of teaching skills. Please note that the degree requirement must be met by the end of the application deadline. The application deadline is 11 August 2026 (23:59 EEST) Further information Further information on the position can obtained (2-22 June and 5-10 August) from the dean, professor Markku Jahnukainen (markku.jahnukainen@helsinki.fi) or professor Pirjo Aunio (pirjo.aunio@helsinki.fi). For enquiries about the recruitment process and for technical support for using the University’s electronic recruitment system, please contact HR Specialist Hector Nystedt (recruitment@helsinki.fi). Further information on careers and the tenure track system is available on our website.  Read more about working at the University of Helsinki. Support for international employees.  Why Finland  Finland is a member of the European Union, has high quality and inexpensive childcare and free schooling (also in English), excellent family benefits and healthcare. Finland was recently ranked as the best country in the world for expat families, and Helsinki is 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. Why Finland is a great place to live and work. 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 The internationally esteemed and highly successful Faculty of Educational Sciences at the University of Helsinki is Finland’s leading unit of research and teaching in Educational Sciences and Teacher Education. The Faculty of Educational Sciences conducts research related to human growth, development and learning. Our research encompasses the different stages of the human life cycle, from early childhood to school age, adulthood, professional life and ageing. Our research is targeted systematically at different levels of society and the education system, as well as more broadly at professional life and culture. Our research focuses on growth, development, learning and teaching in diverse environments, contexts and subjects, as well as on educational policies and practices, and the structures of the education system. We investigate the significance of education in the lives of individuals, society and social justice, and we analyse how our understanding of humanity, knowledge and educational cultures can change. The perspectives of our research are individual, collective and societal. Our strengths include a broad-based theoretical approach, as well as methodological diversity and innovation. Our research aims towards the realization of cultural and social possibilities for the wellbeing of an individual and a society in a changing world. We provide undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing education that qualifies students for both the teaching profession and other positions requiring general education academic expertise. We also provide the pedagogical studies required to qualify as a teacher to students majoring in other faculties’ disciplines. 

Full-time, 2-year fixed-term opportunity, based at the Charles Perkins Centre on the lands of Gadigal people of the Eora Nation Be part of a collaborative and purpose-driven research institute where you'll coordinate impactful projects, deliver high-profile events and build meaningful stakeholder relationships within a leading university environment Base Salary $103,185 - $111,237 + 17% superannuation About the opportunity This is a Targeted Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Position. While we welcome applications from all candidates, this is a targeted role for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates will be assessed as a priority. This Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. The Snow Vision Accelerator at the University of Sydney is seeking a highly organised and proactive Project Officer to support the coordination and delivery of a diverse portfolio of projects, programs and stakeholder initiatives. Reporting into the Snow Vision Accelerator Program Manager, you will provide operational project management support across multiple workstreams, helping to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and effectively. The role will see you coordinate project activities, manage logistics, support stakeholder engagement and contribute to the successful delivery of key events, including annual symposiums, workshops and research-focused initiatives. You will play an important role in maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including researchers, industry partners and collaborators, while also supporting communications, reporting and administrative activities. This position is well-suited to someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys networking and interacting with relevant stakeholders, and can work both independently and autonomously to achieve outcomes. With exposure to project coordination, event management, stakeholder engagement and communications, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful work within a leading research institute at the University of Sydney. Your key responsibilities will be to: Coordinate and deliver operational project management activities to support the planning, implementation and ongoing success of key programs and initiatives within the Snow Vision Accelerator. Organise and coordinate events, workshops, symposiums and stakeholder meetings, including venue management, logistics, communications and scheduling. Monitor project timelines, deliverables and milestones, proactively identifying risks or issues and implementing solutions to support successful outcomes. Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including researchers, industry partners and collaborators, to support engagement and program delivery. Provide administrative and operational support, including calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, documentation preparation and reporting activities. Contribute to marketing and communication activities, including drafting content, supporting social media engagement and maintaining project management and program coordination tools. Why work with us We are committed to creating a culturally safe, supportive and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff. Key benefits include: generous cultural leave and flexible working arrangements access to Indigenous professional and career development programs, including mentoring, leadership programs, and development funding participation in an internal Indigenous staff network, providing cultural connection, peer support and professional development opportunities YURA network (promoting sharing of experiences, and professional support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff members) tax-efficient salary packaging options for cars, laptops, and additional contributions to your superannuation fund About you Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with equivalent combination of relevant training and experience. Demonstrated project coordination or project management experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities, monitor deliverables and support successful project outcomes. Highly organised with strong event coordination and logistical planning skills, including experience supporting conferences, workshops, symposiums or stakeholder events. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders and provide high-quality stakeholder support. Strong administrative and technical capability, including experience using Microsoft Office Suite, program management tools, calendar management systems and preparing written communications and social media content. High level attention to detail, sound numeracy skills and the ability to work autonomously while contributing positively within a collaborative team environment. Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks and declarations Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University's obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Roshik Prasad, Recruitment Operations by email to roshik.prasad@sydney.edu.au © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Tuesday 16 June 2026 11:59 PM

Full time Continuing Bendigo Campus Salary $118,530 - $139,974 plus 17% superannuation About the position The La Trobe Rural Health School is the largest rural health school in Australia, operating across Bendigo, Mildura, Shepparton, Albury-Wodonga, Singapore and online. The school delivers a broad range of programs including dentistry, oral health, nursing, midwifery, paramedicine, pharmacy, biomedical sciences (onshore and offshore), and allied health disciplines, with a strong commitment to rural and regional health outcomes. A Level B Teaching and Research academic contributes to high-quality teaching, engages in scholarship and research relevant to Biomedical Sciences, and participates in academic service and administration appropriate to the discipline and level. An academic at this level contributes to teaching, engages in scholarship and research appropriate to the discipline of Biomedical Sciences, and undertakes academic service and administrative responsibilities commensurate with the classification. Skills and Experience To be considered for this position, you will have: PhD degree or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/Biomedical science profession. Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, curriculum development and subject coordination in face-to-face, hybrid and/or online modes, as evidenced by sustained high results on student feedback on teaching surveys, teaching excellence awards or through other forms of evidence. Evidence of high-quality and/or high-impact biomedical research conducted and published or otherwise disseminated, relative to opportunity. Demonstrated commitment to rural health and/or regional science education, including an understanding of workforce, industry or community needs and trends. Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.  PD - Lecturer - Biomedical Sciences T&R.pdf Benefits 17% employer contributed superannuation Private Health Insurance discount Plus, many more, click HERE How to apply  Closing date: By 11:55pm on Monday 15th June 2026 Position Enquiries: Lisa Hanson, Head of Dept of Rural Clinical Sciences Email: L.Hanson@latrobe.edu.au Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@latrobe.edu.au Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position. Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:  Cover letter; An up-to-date resume; and A separate document addressing each bullet point under the Essential Criteria ‘Skills and knowledge required for the position’, which is located in the position description. Please scroll down to apply. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion  La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.  Our commitment to safety  All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.  National Code on Gender Based Violence in Higher Education  La Trobe University is committed to upholding the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (GBV Code). This aligns with our mission to create safe and respectful communities. Candidates will be asked during the recruitment process to declare whether they have ever been investigated for, or found to have engaged in, gender-based violence in previous employment and/or in legal proceedings and provide relevant information to assist in determining suitability. Gender-based violence means any form of physical or non-physical violence, harassment, abuse or threats based on gender, that results in, or is likely to result in harm, coercion, control, fear or deprivation liberty or autonomy.