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Cihan University - Duhok

Cihan University was founded in 2013, in the mountains of Iraqi Kurdistan. 
Its 14 academic departments range from accounting to anaesthesia, via medical microbiology, pharmacy, law, English, fine arts and public education.
Its faculty members are trained locally and internationally.
Individual departments organise workshops, events and off-campus visits.
The campus is spacious, including medical units, complete with laboratories, a sports complex and library. There are two bright and airy campus cafeterias.

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Singapore

Schemes of Service: Research
Division: Engineering
Employment Type: Fixed Term

Job Purpose: 

The Research Engineer will support applied research and innovation in sustainability focusing on, but not limited to, the Built Environment sector, working with internal teams and industry partners to develop practical solutions.

The role focuses on translating scientific concepts into scalable solutions that address challenges in mitigating the impact of climate change and meeting environmental sustainability target through resource efficiency, energy management, renewable energy, waste management, and other sustainable solutions for various industries.

Research engineers will collaborate closely with faculty, professional officers and industry partners to execute commercially viable solutions that address real-world challenges. In the process, research engineers gain valuable applied research capabilities aligned with evolving industry needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Applied Research & Development


	Perform sustainability assessment and analysis for organizational green transition.
	Develop of sustainability solutions and training roadmap development for organizational green transition, focusing on but not limited to the Built Environment sector.
	Develop and execute of sustainability projects by conducting experiments, data collection, and analysis for Proof of Concept (POC) and implementation for organisations in, but not limited to, the built environment sector at neighbourhood-scale and building-scale, such as microclimate study, building energy and resource-use efficiency, sustainability strategies and technologies.


Industry Collaboration


	Support collaborations with industry partners to understand problem statements and contribute to solution development
	Assist in project scoping by gathering technical inputs and identifying relevant capabilities within the ecosystem (IHLs, research centres, industry partners)
	Participate in industry meetings, discussions, and project engagements


Project Execution & Support


	Assist in planning and executing projects to ensure timely delivery of outcomes
	Generate technical reports, presentations, and documentation on the development of sustainability solutions and applications
	Contribute to grant proposals and project submissions where required


Track project progress and maintain proper documentation of activities

Job Requirements:


	Bachelor’s degree with 5+ year experience OR Master’s degree with 2+ year experience in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services.
	Strong knowledge and experience in building passive strategies, ACMV systems and control.
	Hands on experience on experimental studies, including urban microclimate and thermal comfort study, is highly advantageous.
	Possess understanding of sustainability concepts (e.g., LCA, carbon foot printing, resource efficiency).
	Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
	Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


Key competencies:


	Possess understanding of sustainability challenges faced by industries locally and globally.
	Strong interpersonal and communication skills to communicate effectively with industry partners and stakeholders.
	Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional and multidisciplinary environment.
	Proactive approach to continuous learning and 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



Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)

United Kingdom, Liverpool

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Work-based and Placement Learning Senior Administrator to join our Faculty of Health, Innovation, Technology and Science (HITS). This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive professional to play a key role in the delivery, governance and continuous improvement of work-based and placement learning activities across a diverse portfolio of programmes.

As the Senior Administrative Lead within the Work-based and Placement Learning Team, you will provide specialist support for placement and work-based learning activities, ensuring compliance with university regulations, professional body requirements and external reporting obligations.

You will be responsible for overseeing complex administrative processes, supporting placement management systems, coordinating student placement activity and acting as a key point of contact for students, academic colleagues, employers, placement providers and external agencies.

Working closely with the Work-based and Placement Learning Manager, you will contribute to strategic and operational developments, support process improvement initiatives and help ensure an efficient, compliant and student-focused service.

In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies.

This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.

If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.

Please note we do not accept supplementary information when considering applications for this post and ask that you complete the on-line application only. Within the application form there is the opportunity for you to include everything that you wish panel members to consider, particularly in the Personal Statement section.

LJMU values diversity and provides a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can fulfil their potential.

Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.


Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU)

Hong Kong

Ref.: 536640
Work type: Full-time
Department: Department of Psychology (30200)
Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow

We now invite applications for the captioned post.

Duties and Responsibilities

The appointee will be responsible for the research and implementation of a large-scale mental health and well-being project for primary schools in Hong Kong under the Department of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences. Major tasks include:


	Devising and designing research studies and evaluation frameworks.
	Implementing research activities and programme evaluation.
	Collecting and analysing data.
	Preparing technical research reports.
	Coordinating a team of research staff and interns.
	Performing administrative tasks supporting the research-cum-intervention project.
	Any other duties as assigned.


Requirements

The appointee should possess:


	A Ph.D. or MPhil degree in Psychology, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.
	A good command of written and spoken English and Chinese.
	Strong research skills in Psychology or Social Sciences.
	Proficiency in advanced statistical software (e.g., R, Stata, or Python), as well as MS Excel and Chinese typing.
	Experience in the implementation of community or educational research projects will be an advantage.
	Proven ability to supervise junior researchers and research assistants.
	Demonstrated leadership in managing and coordinating a research team to achieve project objectives.


What We Offer

The appointment will commence in September 2026, on a two-year fixed-term basis with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 10% of basic salary for Assistant Research Officer and 15% for Research Officer, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.

The appointment (at the rank of Research Officer or Assistant Research Officer) will be offered based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until 31 July, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.


The University of Hong Kong

Australia, Hawthorn


	Join the Defence Science and Technology (DST) Group at Swinburne University
	Full-time, fixed-term (3 years) position at our Hawthorn campus
	Annual stipend $35,000p.a.


About the Role

Join Swinburne University of Technology and contribute to the future of hypersonic technologies through an exciting collaborative research project with Australia's Defence Science and Technology (DST) Group.

This PhD opportunity offers the chance to work at the forefront of advanced materials research, investigating next-generation ultra-high temperature ceramic (UHTC) materials for thermal protection systems used in hypersonic vehicles. You'll also have the unique opportunity to work alongside DST Group researchers, gaining valuable experience in cutting-edge research and testing that supports Australia's advanced defence capabilities.

About the project

As a PhD candidate, you'll undertake original research leading to the completion of your thesis. Your work will focus on:


	Developing and optimising UHTC coating systems for hypersonic applications.
	Designing coating processes for advanced materials, including refractory metals and carbon-carbon composites.
	Combining experimental research with computational modelling to support scalable manufacturing.
	Collaborating with multidisciplinary research teams and contributing to related projects.


About You

We're looking for a motivated and curious researcher who is passionate about advanced materials and eager to solve complex engineering challenges.

To be successful, you'll bring:


	A background in metallurgy, materials science or a related discipline.
	Experience in surface engineering, particularly thermal spray coatings.
	Knowledge of high-temperature testing, computational modelling and composite materials.
	Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
	The ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative research team.
	A publication record in peer-reviewed journals is desirable.


To view the full list of key selection criteria and role responsibilities, please refer to the Position Description.

Qualifications

First-class or 2A honours, or a Masters by research in engineering/science.

About Swinburne University of Technology 

Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world. 

To Apply 

To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page. 

If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to Swinburne’s Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page.

To apply, please submit your Expression of Interest (EOI) including your: 


	CV
	Academic qualifications and transcripts
	English language test results (IELTS/TOEFL), if applicable


If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@swin.edu.au 

Applications Close: Sunday 2 August 2026, at 11.00pm

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

Swinburne is proud to be recognised as an AWEI Gold Employer, reflecting our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where LGBTQIA+ employees, students and communities can thrive.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.

We support applicants with disabilities, and reasonable adjustments can be requested at any stage of the recruitment process.

For reasonable adjustment requests - including accessible formats of the position description, application form, or other documents, please contact talentacquisition@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550. Please note: this phone number is for disability and reasonable adjustment enquiries only. General enquiries about the role can also be emailed to talentacquisition@swin.edu.au.

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.

As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.

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Swinburne University of Technology

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

Description

The Division of Engineering, New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit Research Scientist to work on advanced sustainable functionalized membranes for desalination and water treatment, under the supervision of Professor Nidal Hilal, Director of the Water Research Center and Global Professor of Engineering.

The successful applicant will drive an exciting project on developing functionalized membrane materials to tailor sustainable antifouling hybrid ultrafiltration membranes and antibacterial nanofiltration or reverse osmosis membranes for desalination and water purification. The candidate will explore advanced membrane fabrication techniques and characterization tools (SEM, AFM, Raman, TEM, DSC, XRD, FTIR, TGA, BET, etc.) to correlate fabrication-structure-property-performance of novel nanomaterials with sustainable membranes for desalination and water purification via separation processes. The candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment consisting of PhD-level scientists and engineers, graduate students, and undergraduate students.

The successful applicant will manage the project and work closely with postdoctoral researchers, establish deep technical knowledge, and develop transferable skills. He/she will actively be involved in developing novel concepts and writing research proposals. He/she will work on solving complex problems with efficiency and creativity. He/she will be involved in writing progress reports, authoring peer-reviewed publications, drafting patents, and presenting results at national and international conferences. The successful candidate will have to demonstrate his expertise in assessing antibacterial and antibiofouling properties of nanomaterials, membrane fabrications, sewage water treatment, life cycle assessment, and separation processes. He/she will be detail-oriented and well-organized and will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. The successful candidate should be able to work independently and as part of a team.

Applicants must have a PhD in materials science and engineering, environmental chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field, along with at least 6 years of relevant post-PhD research experience along with extensive research and publication in well-known journals and conference papers or similar research accomplishments. Analytical characterization skills and excellent experimental expertise relevant to assessing the antibacterial and antibiofouling properties of diversified sustainable membranes are required. Candidates with a history of peer-reviewed publications in a related research area and prior expertise in materials science, environmental chemistry, and water treatment will be preferred.

This position will begin in September 2026 as a two-year contract, renewable depending on performance. 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. To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a one-page summary of research accomplishments and interests, a transcript or degree, and at least 2 references, all in PDF format.

If you have any questions, please email: nhh2@nyu.edu.

Working for NYUAD

At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it’s your home. In order for research staff to thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance; educational assistance for your dependents; access to health and wellness services; and more. NYUAD is committed to research staff success throughout the academic trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches. Support for dual-career families is a priority. Visit our website for more information on benefits for you and your dependents.

NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to the excellence and vibrancy of our academic community.

Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. In line with UAE regulations, Emirati candidates are encouraged to apply.

Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for exceptional people.

NYUAD values belonging and respect; such principles are fundamental to the university’s commitment to excellence. NYUAD is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and seek individuals who will contribute to our vibrant, multidisciplinary research and teaching community. Multidisciplinary research and exceptional teaching in a global campus community are hallmarks of the University’s mission.

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