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About Calvin University

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Named after sixteenth century protestant reformer John Calvin, Calvin College is a Christian academic community located in the city of Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Founded in 1876, the institution was originally a seminary for purpose of training church ministers. Gradually more study programs were added and in 1901 the first female students started at the college.

Today Calvin College is located on a 400-acre campus, noted for its scenic atmosphere.

Among the notable campus buildings are the Hekman Library, which houses more than 2.1 million volumes, as well as the 5000-seat Van Noord Arena and the Hiemenga Hall, home a significant proportion of the Calvin College academic departments.

There are seven residence halls on campus, and the annual Chaos Day is an opportunity for the residents of each of the halls to dress up and compete against each other in a range of events. Almost all first and second year students live on campus, and there are over 70 clubs and organisations on offer for the students to join.

There are more than 100 majors, minors and programs on offer, with popular choices including business, nursing, education, kinesiology, engineering and psychology. Calvin College has also established 11 study abroad programs, allowing students to study in a different culture for a proportion of their degree course.

Famous Calvin College graduates include film art director Jeannie Oppewall, philosopher Alvin Plantinga, businessman and entrepreneur Wayne Huizenga and Amway Corporation cofounder Jay Van Andel.

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UNIVERSITY OF EAST LONDON

University of East London

United Kingdom, London

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University of East London

United Kingdom, London


Location Docklands Campus Salary £62,443 to £71,685 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Post Type Full Time Post Type Permanent Closing Date Friday 27 March 2026 Interview Date To be confirmed Reference 0610-26-S University of East London We’re the University of East London (UEL) founded in 1898 and proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future. But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-think, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. 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£62,443 to £71,685 per annum inclusive of London Weighting

Posted

16 Mar 2026

Philanthropy Operations Officer

UNIVERSITY OF VIENNA

University of Vienna

Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov

institution

University of Vienna

Austria, Vienna Danubepier Hov


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The Position: As Philanthropy Operations Officer you will contribute to the onboarding of donors and sponsors in a significant way and facilitate the successful cultivation of donor, patron and benefactor relationships with the University of Vienna. The core of the role is the operational dimension of fundraising, philanthropy, communications, event management and finance. You will work collaboratively with several colleagues in different areas of the university. Start date 01/07/26 or earlier. It is a fixed-term contract for six months, with the option for permanent employment. 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Inspiring working atmosphere: You are part of a dedicated team with a diverse background. Good public transport connections: Your new workplace is easily accessible by public transpor-tation. Internal further training: We offer you the opportunity to improve your skills on an ongoing basis. Choose from an extensive range of free courses. Fair salary: The basic salary corresponds to the collective agreement for university employees according to § 54 VwGr. IIIa. € 2.759,2 gross on a full-time basis (14 times a year). The actual salary will be determined on the basis of professional experience and qualifications. The gross salary covers all quantitative and qualitative services provided by the employee. 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2.759,2 gross on a full-time basis (14 times a year)

Posted

16 Mar 2026

School of Nursing and Midwifery Teaching

ADELAIDE UNIVERSITY

Adelaide University

Australia, Adelaide

institution

Adelaide University

Australia, Adelaide


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Salary

Competitive

Posted

16 Mar 2026

Associate Professor in Periodontics

UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE

The University of Melbourne

Australia

institution

The University of Melbourne

Australia


Role type: 0.8FTE to 1.0FTE (Full-time, part-time, or a job-sharing arrangement will be considered); Continuing Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences Department/ School: Melbourne Dental School Salary: Level D - $183,859 - $202,556 (pro-rata for part-time) p.a. plus 17% super Provide national leadership in Periodontics / Drive research excellence and clinical innovation / Mentor and develop academic teams Apply now to lead the Periodontics program, driving national excellence in education, research, and clinical practice. Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. Your next career opportunity As an Associate Professor in Periodontics at the Melbourne Dental School, you will have the opportunity to provide strategic academic and clinical leadership across education and research. You will lead the Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (DCD) Periodontics program as Course Convenor, shape national curriculum frameworks and accreditation standards, and develop a thriving research portfolio with substantial grant funding. Your role will involve supervising academic and clinical colleagues, mentoring early and mid-career academics, and fostering collaborative partnerships nationally and internationally to advance the discipline of Periodontics. Your responsibilities will include: Lead Strategic Education and Curriculum Development: Develop and deliver benchmarked teaching across entry-to-practice and specialist programs, lead curriculum renewal, and chair national educational initiatives in Periodontics. Manage the Periodontics Course Convenor Role: Provide strategic leadership for the DCD Periodontics program, ensuring national competitiveness, quality assurance, and innovation in specialist clinical training. Conduct and Lead Research Programs: Establish and grow a research portfolio, secure competitive grant funding as Chief Investigator, publish high-quality research outputs, and supervise higher degree and postgraduate research students. Provide National and Institutional Leadership: Shape national clinical guidelines and accreditation standards, lead mentoring programmes for early and mid-career academics, and develop national and international partnerships. You may be a great fit if: You will have strategic leadership experience in clinical teaching and research, a completed PhD, a strong track record of research translation influencing clinical practice, and demonstrated excellence in supervising research students and attracting competitive grant funding. You will also: Hold current specialist AHPRA registration in Periodontics without conditions or restrictions. Have a completed PhD in a relevant field or related discipline. Possess strategic leadership experience in clinical teaching with demonstrated excellence in course development and benchmarking. Demonstrate a strong track record in research with an established publication profile and capacity to attract research grants. Have experience supervising research higher degree, graduate, and postgraduate research students to thesis completion. Exhibit established professional standing in Periodontics, such as editorial board roles or leadership in professional bodies. For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including: Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team - Melbourne Dental School www.dental.unimelb.edu.au The Melbourne Dental School renowned for its excellence in dental and oral health education, clinical training, and translational research, with a strong tradition in dental research and an established international reputation in several research areas. Research in the School is an integral component of staff and student activities underpinning both the undergraduate and graduate curricula. The major research activities of the school are conducted via three Divisions and four major research groups, which range from translational biomedical science to clinical studies and pedagogical research. The School is equally committed to providing exceptional dental education and training. With a focus on innovative teaching methodologies and a student-centred approach, the School offers a Bachelor of Oral Health, Doctor of Dental Surgery, and Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (multiple specialisations). The curricula are designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to become competent and ethical dental professionals. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page.Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support. Visa sponsorship is available for this role. A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost. Join Us and unlock your career potential! If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description) Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs. For recruitment queries, email Vanessa Phan at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address. For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description. Applications close: 13 April 2026 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description: PD_3538363_Associate Professor in Periodontics_Level D.docx PD_3538363_Associate Professor in Periodontics_Level D.pdf

Salary

$183,859 - $202,556 (pro-rata for part-time) p.a. plus 17% super 

Posted

16 Mar 2026

Research Fellow, School of Computing

AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY (ANU)

The Australian National University

Australia, Canberra

institution

The Australian National University

Australia, Canberra


Classification: Academic Level B Salary package: $121,598 - $137,870 per annum plus 17% superannuation  Term: Full time, Fixed term (until March 2029) Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD and PEWER Research Fellow_561790.pdf The position will provide opportunities to Conduct cutting edge research in AI and algorithms.  Opportunity to supervise research students and work as part of a larger team.  Opportunities for inter-disciplinary collaborations, and collaborate with industry and government. About the College The ANU by 2025 Strategic Plan calls for the University to serve society through transformational research and education. As one of the great universities of the world, The Australian National University is driven by a culture of excellence in everything we do. Our lived experience is increasingly one of large-scale systems of people, whose actions and interactions are influenced by our digital, physical and biological environment. The ANU College of Systems & Society (CSS) hosts three of the key disciplines necessary to help us design, build, regulate and secure the future. CSS brings together expertise in social, technical, computational, ecological and scientific systems to build a new approach to systems design and build new national capabilities in data-driven policy and business development. The work we do in the College directly supports one of the four pillars of ANU by 2025: to strengthen our national mission and meet our unique responsibilities as Australia’s national university. We will deliver on our mission by building a strong community, providing transformative educational experiences, conducting high-impact research, seeking meaningful engagement, and becoming a resilient organisation post COVID-19.  We welcome and openly acknowledge differences in expertise, research / education / professional focus, experience and perspective. CSS is a vibrant and diverse community of more than three thousand students, staff, and visitors. Our College comprises of five schools and centres: the School of Computing, School of Cybernetics, School of Engineering, the Fenner School of Environment of Society and the Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science, all supported by the Professional Services Group. The School of Computing has a strong foundation in computing and information sciences at the University. We are a transformative centre for research in artificial intelligence and machine learning, computer systems and software, and theoretical foundations of computing. We span traditional and modern thinking, connecting decades of computer science methodologies with modern data and computational science. Our mission is motivated by the need to design, drive and sustain strategic activities via five broad focus areas: Computing Foundations, Computational Science, Intelligent Systems, Data Science and Analytics, and the Software Innovation Institute. Be part of an innovative and forward-looking intellectual agenda, built on a diverse, inclusive culture. About the opportunity The successful candidate will develop independent and collaborative research in the area of Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, and Algorithm Design, and work in a diverse cross-disciplinary team with researchers and external stakeholders within industry and government. The Research Fellow is expected to contribute across all three areas of academic activity: research, education, and service. This includes actively seeking external research funding, contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, supervising Honours, Masters and PhD students, mentoring early-career researchers, and engaging in outreach and service activities within the School, College and broader community.  Enquiries To enquire about this role, please contact Jing Jiang, E: jing.jiang@anu.edu.au or Ahad Zehmakan, E: ahadn.zehmakan@anu.edu.au Our commitment to diversity, belonging, inclusion and equity The University is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community, and particularly welcomes applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Furthermore, it is practice in the ANU College of Systems & Society to actively seek a gender mix of shortlisted candidates for interview. For more information about staff equity at the University, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion We welcome and develop diversity of backgrounds, experiences and ideas and encourage applications from individuals who may have had non-traditional career paths, who may have taken a career break, had career disruptions or who have achieved excellence in careers outside of the higher education sector. We support applicants who require flexible arrangements in their work environments or patterns. If your experience looks a little different to what we’ve described, but you’re passionate and motivated by this position, we welcome your enquiry and application.  What we offer The University provides attractive benefits and excellent support to maintain a healthy work/life balance and offers generous remuneration benefits, including four weeks paid vacation per year, assistance with relocation expenses and 17% employer contribution to superannuation. We also offer generous parental leave, the possibility of flexible and part time working arrangements, a parental and aged care support program, dual career hire programs, staff and family tuition fee discounts, school holiday programs, and childcare facilities on campus. For more information, visit: https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources How to apply Applicants must apply online via the ANU recruitment portal and should upload the following separate documents:  A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) including a full publication list and the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees, you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.  A 2-page statement addressing the selection criteria. Other documents, if required.  Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.  Closing date: Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 11.55PM (AEDT)

Salary

$121,598 - $137,870 per annum plus 17% superannuation

Posted

16 Mar 2026

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