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University Executive Leadership Position Full Time, 5-year Fixed Term Senior Contract Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde Lead transformative innovation, elevate research excellence, and shape the future of science and engineering Macquarie University is seeking an exceptional leader to shape the future of its Faculty of Science and Engineering. Renowned for its high-impact research and cutting-edge education, Macquarie University is guided by our values of collective ambition, bold innovation, purposeful collaboration, and genuine care for our community. We are committed to fostering an environment that thrives on diversity, equity, inclusion, and excellence. The Executive Dean will play a pivotal role in spearheading innovation, driving research excellence, and positioning Macquarie as a global leader in science and engineering. As a champion of collaboration, you will inspire an engaged academic community to deliver meaningful research and transformative learning experiences while fostering partnerships with industry, government, and international leaders to address local and global challenges. About the Role Provide visionary, strategic leadership to unite and inspire a world-class Faculty of Science and Engineering team.   Foster interdisciplinary and cross-sector collaborations to enhance research impact and relevance.   Drive improvements in research performance and funding opportunities across key priority areas.   Lead initiatives to enrich learning and teaching quality, ensuring graduates are equipped to thrive in a dynamic global economy.   Build and nurture strategic partnerships with industry, government, and other institutions.   Work collaboratively within the University’s Executive Group to implement University-wide strategies and goals.   Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor and as a member of the University Executive Group, the Executive Dean will guide strategic direction, operational excellence, and cultural development across the Faculty, which includes six schools and research departments and contributes to Macquarie’s sustainability mission. Learn more about the role, including the selection criteria by visiting the Digital Candidate Brochure. About Us The Faculty of Science and Engineering is home to more than 650 staff members and over 10,000 coursework and graduate students who are passionate about driving the frontiers of discovery. As one of Macquarie University’s largest faculties, we deliver world-class education and cutting-edge research with impact at both national and global scales. Our Faculty is a hub for innovation, housing leading research centres such as the ARC Centre of Excellence for Synthetic Biology and the Australian Astronomical Optics-Macquarie. Sustainable research and collaborative engineering are at the core of what we do, supported by partnerships with government, business, and industry. About You You are an innovative and visionary leader with deep experience in driving academic, research, or industry transformation. With a passion for supporting bold discoveries and inclusive, impactful education, you are a strategic thinker who is ready to embrace the opportunities of this transformative role. How to Apply Macquarie University has partnered with Orchard Talent Group in this executive search. For enquiries, or a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Phil Graham, Partner Orchard Talent Group, at Philip.graham@orchardtalent.com.au. To be considered, please forward a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria (found in the Digital Candidate Brochure) to executivedeanfse@orchardtalent.com.au Applications Close: Sunday, 8 March 2026 We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date.  Why Join Us? Macquarie is a globally renowned university, engaging with impactful research and fostering a vibrant community. We are ranked as one of the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index and have received a five-star rating from the QS World Rankings for employability. Pre-Employment Checks  At Macquarie University, our culture is defined by ethical integrity and prioritising safety. Employment is subject to the completion and maintenance of required pre-employment or background checks. 

Apply your engineering skills to cutting edge scientific research: Instrumentation Engineer (Specialist Technician) The University of Southampton hosts one of a few research groups in the world that collect marine electromagnetic data in the deep ocean. The University operates a deep-towed electromagnetic transmitter (“DASI”) and fleet of sensors that are towed behind the source to measure the electric field. This equipment is operated globally from research vessels, usually as part of international research collaborations. We are looking for an enthusiastic and versatile engineer, to be based at the University of Southampton’s Waterfront Campus, who will maintain and develop this equipment. The engineer will work alongside a small team of engineers working with related equipment. You will be responsible for mobilising the equipment for use at sea, leading a small team of engineers and scientists operating it at sea, and refurbishing it following use. This post offers global travel and working at sea, providing the key datasets required by scientists working at the forefront to better understand how our planet works. The post is fixed-term in the first instance but with extension anticipated if further project funding is secured. To be successful you will have skill level equivalent to the achievement of HND, Degree, NVQ4 or basic professional qualification in technical, engineering or science and/or equivalent technical experience along with knowledge/experience of power electronics, analogue circuit skills and micro-controller embedded systems. The University of Southampton is committed to fostering a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates, and particularly encourage applications from candidates belonging to groups who are under-represented within technical posts at the University, including, but not limited to: people from Black and minority ethnic groups; and disabled people. The University is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and a range of family friendly policies, and we encourage staff to apply for flexible working. We are a Disability Confident employer and the University is a founding signatory of the Athena SWAN Charter and holds an silver-level Athena SWAN award. We are a signatory to the Technicians commitment and can provide opportunities for career development and mentoring. Informal enquiries can be made to Prof Tim Minshull (tmin@soton.ac.uk).

Description The Robot Learning & Control Lab (REAL Lab) at NYU Abu Dhabi is seeking an outstanding Post-Doctoral Associate to contribute to cutting-edge research in robot intelligence, machine learning, and AI-driven manipulation. This position offers the opportunity to work on real-world robotic systems and develop novel algorithms at the intersection of robot learning, control, and AI for physical systems. The postdoc will work on projects focusing on one or more of the following: Robot Learning & Autonomy – Developing algorithms that allow robots to learn (via exploration or imitation) from interaction, adapt to new tasks, and generalize across environments. Dexterous Manipulation – Advancing robotic grasping, in-hand manipulation, and adaptable object handling in complex real-world scenarios, including those involving deformable objects and uncertain conditions.. Semantic Navigation & Mapping – Designing solutions for robot navigation, for Mobile Manipulators, that integrate environmental semantics and spatial reasoning. AI for Physical Systems – Leveraging machine learning and AI to improve performance, safety, and adaptability of robots, autonomous vehicles, and other intelligent machines. Safe and Certified Control for manipulation: Designing control algorithms that ensure passivity, Lyapunov stability, and safety for human-robot collaboration. Qualifications: Applicants must have a PhD in Robotics, Control Engineering, Machine Learning, AI, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field. Strong focus on robot manipulation learning & control, and differential geometry is a plus. Knowledge of safe control methods including Lyapunov stability, barrier functions, and certified learning frameworks. Hands-on experience with robotic manipulators (preferebly Franka Emika R3 robots) and real-world experimentation. Demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation, research-oriented thinking, and a drive to operationalize robotic systems for real-world tasks. Strong publication record in top-tier venues: ICRA, IROS, RA-L, T-RO, IJRR, CoRL, NeurIPS, RSS, CDC, TAC. Proficiency in Python, C++, ROS, and machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary research environment. For consideration, applicants need to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with full publication list, statement of research interests, a transcript and two letters of reference, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Prof. Fares Abu-Dakka at fa2656@nyu.edu. 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. Position Details Duration: 2 years, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and project needs. Location: NYU Abu Dhabi, a world-class research institution offering a collaborative, interdisciplinary research environment. About NYUAD: NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU’s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities. EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity Employer UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply