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Full time, continuing opportunity Located at the Michael Spence Building (F23) on the Camperdown Campus Base Salary HEO10, $156,277 p.a. + 17% superannuation About the opportunity The University of Sydney's Office of General Counsel (OGC) is looking to recruit an experienced and motivated Lawyer, Intellectual Property, Research and Commercial Law to join the IP, Research and Commercial Law Team. The Lawyer, Intellectual Property, Research and Commercial Law will provide clear, practical and timely legal advice to primarily support the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) and the Research Portfolio progress the University's research and commercialisation activities. Working closely with stakeholders across the Research Portfolio-including Pre-Award and Pipeline, Post-Award (Grants and Contracts), Clinical Trial Contracts, Commercialisation and Investments-the successful candidate will manage and support senior lawyers with a diverse range of matters involving the review, drafting and negotiation of research and commercial agreements, support for strategic projects, commercialisation initiatives, and other legal issues as they arise. All work will be undertaken with a commercial and strategic mindset, aligned with OGC's Purpose and Strategy. The Lawyer, Intellectual Property, Research and Commercial Law will work under the direction and support of a Senior Lawyer in the Intellectual Property, Research and Commercial Law Team, and will collaborate closely with senior colleagues across the Team and the wider OGC, including the Director, Intellectual Property, Research and Commercial Law and the General Counsel. Your key responsibilities will be to: help Research Portfolio clients navigate complexity to give decision makers confidence in pursuing the University's objectives and strategy provide clear, timely, strategic legal advice to to support the activities of the Research Portfolio, with the support of Senior Lawyers and the Director, IP, Research and Commercial Law draft, review and negotiate research and commercialisation agreements (e.g. funding agreements, research collaboration agreements, clinical trial research agreements, data and material transfer agreements, professional services agreements, IP agreements (e.g. assignments, options, licenses) and transactions, etc.) to promote the University's strategic interests and objectives manage external legal services, as required contribute to other legal work, projects and initiatives as part of the broader remit of the IP, Research and Commercial Law team and OGC, as required advise on legal developments which may impact University policies and practices, particularly relating to research and commercialisation. About you qualifications in law and admission to practice in Australia, and hold a current practicing certificate a minimum of 6+ years post admission legal experience is desired experience and practice of intellectual property law, commercialisation and commercial law, with research experience (with clinical trials experience or knowledge looked favourably upon), with plaint English drafting, negotiation and matter management skills an understanding of the legal and regulatory framework relating to research and the major Australian public funding schemes available for research highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to operate with tact and professionalism across complex internal and external environments team player - experienced collaborating in a team environment an agile and flexible approach that is able to pivot and contribute to overall program success growth mindset - not afraid to challenge the status quo. 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 Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. 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 Nayomi Siriwardane, Recruitment Operations by email nayomi.siriwardane@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 Thursday 22 January 2026 11:59 PM

Department of Biochemistry and Developmental biology in Faculty of Medicine at the University of Helsinki is seeking a part-time (50 %) FIXED-TERM UNIVERSITY LECTURER for the period 1 March 2026 to 28 February 2028. The field of the position is translational medicine, and the language of instruction is English. The position is teaching-oriented. Duties The university lecturer will plan, coordinate and implement teaching in the English-language Master’s Programme in Translational Medicine (TRANSMED). The university lecturer also supervises theses and doctoral dissertations in the field and pursues field-related independent research activities. According to the University of Helsinki’s regulations, the successful candidate must have a suitable doctoral degree and an ability to provide high-quality research-based teaching and to supervise theses. The degree requirement must be met by the end of the application period. The position requires experience in the planning and responsibility duties of teaching, university-level small group teaching and lecturing, and practical familiarity with the field (translational medicine). Selection criteria In the assessment of applicants’ merits, consideration will be given to teaching experience, experience in positions of responsibility in teaching as well as pedagogical training, teaching development projects, the ability to produce learning materials, other merits achieved in teaching as well as a teaching demonstration if necessary. Scientific publications, other scientific activities and research funding obtained will also be considered when filling the position. In the selection process, particular emphasis will be placed on teaching experience, pedagogical training, the ability to produce learning materials, other merits achieved in teaching, and, if necessary, a teaching demonstration. Language skills According to the Decree on Universities, a university lecturer is required to be proficient in the language of instruction. In addition, they must have at least satisfactory oral and written skills in Finnish and Swedish. Salary The salary of a university lecturer is based on levels 5 – 7 of the job-related salary component chart of the universities salary system for teaching and research staff. In addition, the salary includes a component based on personal performance. Application instructions The application must be accompanied by: a curriculum vitae a list of publications a teaching skills assessment form structured in accordance with the guidelines of the Faculty of Medicine (a description of experience and merits relevant to the assessment of teaching skills) and other documents that may affect the selection. More detailed instructions, including the faculty’s teaching merit assessment form: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-medicine/about-us/work-us In accordance with the Rector’s decision ((HY/8046/00.00.06.00/2022), the overall teaching skills of a university lecturer must be at least on the level “good”. Applicant’s teaching skills will be assessed in the selection process, for which the candidates must complete the faculty’s teaching skills assessment form. Teaching skills will be assessed using the assessment matrix of the Faculty of Medicine and a teaching demonstration. Applications and attachments must be submitted to the university’s electronic recruitment system by 31 January 2026 the latest. For further information, please contact Tiina Immonen, Director of the Master’s Programme in Translational Medicine, at tiina.immonen@helsinki.fi, tel. 0294125144, or Eero Mervaala, Director of the Medicum unit, at eero.mervaala@helsinki.fi. If you need technical support with the recruitment system or additional information about the application process, please contact HelsinkiUni Help, uni-help@helsinki.fi.  The Faculty of Medicine promotes high-quality scientific research and is responsible for basic education in medicine, dentistry, psychology and logopedics based on research, as well as their postgraduate and continuing education. The Faculty is also responsible for the Master’s Programmes in Translational Medicine (Transmed) and Health Care Development, and organises psychotherapist training, which is a continuing education comparable to the continuing education of healthcare professionals. In addition to teaching and research, the Faculty acts as a significant expert organisation and societal influencer of healthcare and participates in ethical discussion in the field. The Faculty’s goal is to remain among the best medical faculties in the world in research and to consolidate and consolidate its position as a centre of excellence in multidisciplinary teaching in healthcare. Together with HUS Helsinki University Hospital and the Helsinki Institute of Life Science (HiLIFE), the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Helsinki constitutes an academic hub of medicine and biomedicine, and is one of the top 10 medical campuses in Europe and the world. 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. 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Description The Water Research Center (WRC) at NYU Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate to contribute to cutting-edge research on membrane fouling and functional membranes, including electrically conductive membranes. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Professor Raed Hashaikeh in the Mechanical Engineering Department, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of researchers and graduate students. The postdoctoral associate will have access to state-of-the-art research facilities at NYUAD. This position supports two interconnected research streams: Investigating membrane fouling mechanisms and mitigation strategies in desalination and water treatment processes. Developing and optimizing functional membranes, including electrically conductive membranes, for use in desalination, energy generation, and electrochemical separations. Responsibilities: Conduct research on membrane fouling (biofouling, scaling, organic fouling), diagnostics, and control strategies. Design, fabricate, and characterize functional membranes (e.g., conductive, anti-fouling, electrochemical systems). Operate and evaluate membrane systems (RO, NF, UF) at lab and pilot scales. Apply advanced characterization techniques (e.g., SEM, AFM, FTIR, XRD, TGA, BET, EDX, EIS, CV). Collaborate with interdisciplinary researchers in materials science, chemical and environmental engineering. Contribute to mentorship of students and lab group discussions. Minimum Qualifications: PhD in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Strong background in membrane science with demonstrated expertise in either membrane fouling or electrochemical membrane technologies. Experience with membrane fabrication, testing, and characterization. Solid analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively. A strong publication record with first-author articles. Desired Qualifications: Expertise in fouling analysis and mitigation, including cleaning protocols and pretreatment strategies. Familiarity with conductive membranes, carbon-based materials, or mixed-matrix systems. Experience with electrochemical methods (e.g., EIS, CV) and surface functionalization. Knowledge of materials for charge transport and ion exchange. Prior collaboration with international or multidisciplinary research teams. This position will begin in March 2026, as a two-year contract, renewable depending on performance. The terms of employment are very competitive and include housing. 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, and at least 2 references, all in PDF format. Applications will be reviewed immediately and the position will remain open until filled. 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.