Central Institute of Technology Kokrajhar

Bring learning to life by supporting world-class teaching, research, and simulation in health sciences Are you a hands-on technical professional with strong laboratory or clinical-skills experience, and a passion for supporting teaching, research, and innovative digital technologies? This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Division of Health and contribute to the delivery of high-quality learning experiences that help shape the next generation of health professionals Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role As a Technical Officer in the Division of Health, you’ll deliver high-quality technical support that underpins our teaching and research in Health Science from applied sciences and clinical skills to simulation and cutting-edge digital technologies. Your primary focus will be on clinical skills and simulation technologies, including the set-up and operation of high-fidelity manikins, task trainers, virtual-patient platforms, AV systems, and VR/AR devices. You will also support applied science laboratories, working collaboratively as part of a team of Technical Officers to ensure seamless delivery across the Division. While you’ll have your own focus area, you’ll also share knowledge and responsibilities across the team, particularly with colleagues in applied sciences, ensuring our staff and students receive seamless, expert support at every stage. Salary will be in the range of $71,275 to $84,695 per year, prorated based on skills, knowledge and experience brought to the position. This is a one-year fixed-term 1 FTE parental cover role (37.5 hours a week) based at our Hillcrest Campus. For more information on the role please see the position description. All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted. Ko wai koe? - Who are you? You are an experienced technical professional with at least five years’ experience in a clinical skills, health science, or laboratory-based role. You bring strong practical skills in operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, clinical devices, and/or simulation technologies. You will demonstrate: Hands-on technical capability with scientific and clinical equipment Experience troubleshooting, calibrating, installing and maintaining instruments Strong ICT capability, including digital tools, data management and AV/VR technologies Experience supporting teaching and/or research environments Excellent communication skills, and the ability to support staff and students in real time Strong organisational and time-management skills, including project coordination Knowledge of health and safety requirements and laboratory compliance Flexibility to support varied teaching schedules and operational needs A relevant tertiary qualification (Master’s degree desirable) Preferred candidates will also bring experience in: Simulation manikins and scenario programming VR/AR and digital learning technologies AV/IT systems for teaching and simulation You are a strong team player, collaborative, proactive, customer-focused, and committed to continuous improvement. Ko wai mātou? - Who are we? The Division of Health is committed to achieving better, fairer health outcomes across Aotearoa through high-quality teaching, innovative research, and partnerships with Māori, Pacific and community organizations. Our programmes span Biomedical Sciences, Health Promotion, Healthy Active Living, Human Performance Science, Midwifery, Nursing, Pharmacy and Sport Development and Coaching. A major strategic focus is the establishment of the New Zealand Graduate School of Medicine, opening in 2028. You will join a dynamic technical team that supports state-of-the-art laboratories, clinical simulation facilities, and digital-learning technologies, all designed to enrich student learning and enhance research capability. He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? - Why should you apply for this position? This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the development of future health professionals. You will work with new and emerging technologies, contribute to meaningful teaching and research, and be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking Division. Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits. The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here. Ko te Tangata - For the People The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all. E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa. Applications close on 18 January 2026. Requisition number: 1003246

Salary: £25,021 - £30,555 per annum pro rata of (£35,608 - £43,482) Contractual hours: 37 Basis: Full Time Package: Full details can be found here - https://www.ucb.ac.uk/about-us/work-for-us/rewards-and-benefits/ Job category/type: Academic, Further Education, Maths Job reference: REQ000468 Attachments: attachmentMaths Lecturer - JDPS - Dec 25.pdf We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Maths Lecturer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for education and the ability to inspire and support learners at all levels. As a Maths Lecturer, you will be responsible for designing and delivering innovative, high-quality lessons, as well as assessing and supporting students’ progress to help them achieve their full potential. Standard Information UCB is an equal opportunities employer. University College Birmingham is proud to be TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating UCB has achieved the Investors in Diversity Bronze Award. You may need to obtain permission to work in the UK if you don’t already have the unrestricted right to work in any role. There are various types of visa which include the right to work. You can check if you need a UK visa using the Government’s online tool and find information about UK visa routes and the eligibility criteria that must be met for each route Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). All staff are required to prove their right to work in the UK before they start work. All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to commencement. All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education. 

About us King’s is a leading university providing world-class teaching and cutting-edge research. We are ranked sixth in the UK for the quality and quantity of research activity (Research Excellence Framework, 2021). King’s has played a major role in many of the advances that shape modern life, such as the discovery of the structure of DNA and research that led to the development of robots, radio, television, mobile phones and radar. King’s continues to lead the way on research and pioneers new ideas to make the world a better place. The Department of Engineering at King’s is located on the Strand Campus of King’s College London where the post will be based. About the role A one-year Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available at the Robot Perception Lab led by Dr Shan Luo at the Department of Engineering, King’s College London. You will work on a project on robot manipulation with vision and tactile sensing. The research will be conducted in collaboration with colleagues from King’s College London, international collaborators at MIT, TUM and industrial partners of the project. The main objective of the project is to develop the next generation of dexterous robots that can perform contact-rich manipulation tasks in daily life and manufacturing environments. This is a full time (35 Hours per week) post, offered on a fixed term contract for one year. Research staff at King’s are entitled to at least 10 days per year (pro-rata) for professional development. This entitlement, from the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers, applies to Postdocs, Research Assistants, Research and Teaching Technicians, Teaching Fellows and AEP equivalent up to and including grade 7. Visit the Centre for Research Staff Development for more information. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria PhD qualified in relevant subject area, e.g., Robotics, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Engineering (or a related field); Proven research experience in the field of robotics and AI; Sufficient depth and breadth of knowledge in the subject of Robotics to develop research in the field, e.g., robot design, control and mechatronics; Publication record in robotics and machine learning, e.g., ICRA, IROS, RSS, CoRL, T-RO, CVPR, ICML; Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including academic conference presentations and journal papers; Excellent mathematical and programming skills in Python or C++, and practical experience with deep learning libraries (e.g., PyTorch) Desirable criteria Research experience in one or more of the following areas: tactile sensing, robot grasping and manipulation, robot control, computer vision, deep learning, or deep reinforcement learning; Hands-on experience with systems integration, including Robot Operating Systems; Enthusiasm to supervise UG/MSc/PhD students. Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. * Please note that this is a PhD level role but candidates who have submitted their thesis and are awaiting award of their PhDs will be considered. In these circumstances the appointment will be made at Grade 5, spine point 30 with the title of Research Assistant. Upon confirmation of the award of the PhD, the job title will become Research Associate and the salary will increase to Grade 6. Further Information We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification section of the job description. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. Interviews are due to be held on 9th January 2026 Grade and Salary: £45,031 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 133985 Close Date: 04-Jan-2026 Contact Person: Dr Shan Luo Contact Details: shan.luo@kcl.ac.uk