Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan University

Lead Governance at the Heart of the University Competitive and negotiable salary + 17% superannuation Full-Time Fixed-Term, 12 – 14 months Opportunity About us: University of Canberra is more than a university, it’s a community committed to shaping a better world through education, research, and opportunity with a strong commitment to inclusivity and reducing inequalities. Our vibrant campus in Australia’s capital city is a hub of innovation & opportunity. Ranked number one in Canberra for graduate outcomes and student support, UC values progress over perfection, inclusion over competition, and real‑world impact over prestige. About the role: We are seeking an experienced and strategic governance professional to join UC as the University Secretary on a fixed-term leave cover. Reporting to the Chancellor, this pivotal senior leadership position will work closely with key stakeholder across the university to ensure the highest standards of governance, supporting the Chancellor, Council and Academic Board. Working at the centre of decision-making, the role will influence the effectiveness, integrity and compliance of the University’s governance framework while leading a high-performing Secretariat team. Key responsibilities include: Support the Chancellor in all aspects of her role Lead and manage the University Secretariat team Develop and implement governance frameworks Oversee delivery of secretariat services for Council, Academic Board and committees Manage governance processes including appointments, elections, inductions, performance reviews and conflict of interest registers Ensure effective operation and planning of governance bodies, including annual schedules, workplans and reporting Maintain compliance with statutory, regulatory and recordkeeping requirements Manage governance-related budgets and oversee Secretariat financial planning and reporting About you: You are a seasoned governance professional operating at a senior manager or director level with the following key requirements and attributes: Significant experience in governance, company secretariat, or senior executive support Deep understanding of governance frameworks, compliance and regulatory obligations Strong organisational awareness and ability to navigate diverse stakeholder environments with confidence and tact Highly organised with a strategic mindset and ability to balance big-picture thinking and operational detail Demonstrated integrity, sound judgement and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with discretion Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to provide high-quality advice Strong leadership capability and experience managing high-performing teams A law or governance-related background is desirable Experience in the higher education or public sector environment would be advantageous If you are motivated by purpose, influence and the opportunity to elevate governance practice in a complex, values-driven organisation, you’ll find a rewarding and impactful role at UC. Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture: The University offers excellent conditions and benefits which can be further explored on our “Work at UC” site such as flexible, family-friendly policies, on site gym, on site medical services, pharmacy, a grocery store, and Early Childhood Education and Care facilities. We believe people deserve to feel welcome, supported, and empowered to realise their potential. Being a values based organisation, UC sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via our Reconnected Strategy. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodiversity and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Eligibility:  Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission. The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au How to apply: Please apply with you Resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability. Also, please ensure you take the time to align your Resume with the Position Description requirements. We want to understand how your skills and experience relate to the position you are applying for. For job specific information: Please contact Lisa Paul, Chancellor via chancellor@canberra.edu.au. For recruitment and application questions: please contact Jemima William, Talent Advisor 0447 404 529 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au. We recognise people communicate and process information differently, and we support multiple ways to participate in the recruitment evaluation. For reasonable adjustment, please reach out to the UCTalent team. Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 19 July 2026

Advanced Biomedical Instrumentation Centre was established in 2020 by The University of Hong Kong in collaboration with Harvard University John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. The mission of the Advanced Biomedical Instrumentation Centre is to accelerate progress in translating advanced biomedical instrumentation from research and development into real-world healthcare solutions that benefit people in Hong Kong and around the world. The Centre aims to foster collaboration among top-notch engineers, scientists and clinicians in the US and Hong Kong to develop next-generation microfluidics and low-cost instrumentation technologies. It also takes advantage of Hong Kong’s vibrant start-up community to commercialise the research work tailored for Asian patients. The Centre's R&D activities focus on three research programmes: Product Innovation with Engineering Excellence: develop innovative materials, therapeutic agents, devices and tools that require exceptionally precise manufacturing and highly sophisticated engineering know-how, and AI-enabled software products; Clinical Services Transformed with Novel Technologies: develop novel technologies that will transform clinical labs, and detect and analyse diseases with higher accuracy, lower cost, faster results, more convenient use, and other clinically impactful improvements; Technologies for Next Generation CRO: develop innovative research tools, such as organoids and animal neuro-testing systems, for safer, faster, more accurate, lower-cost, and more scalable implementation of pre-clinical research and drug development. Applications are invited for appointments as Post-doctoral Fellow / Research Associate / Research Assistant / Research Student (Ref.: H01/2026/062) for clinical development projects. Job Description Carrying out research works under supervision for projects ranging from fundamental fluid dynamics and interfacial phenomena to biomedical and other applications Driving research activities towards defined goals in specified timeline Translating research to users through commercialization activities Processing in data analysis and management Drafting reports and presentations relevant to the projects Liaising with project collaborators and partners Performing various laboratory administrative duties Handling other relevant tasks as assigned by the supervisor(s) Requirements Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering / Biomedical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Chemistry or related engineering fields Relevant hands-on experience in microfluidics and diagnostic tool design is highly preferred Fresh graduates with outstanding academic achievement and strong passion in applied research of biomedical instrumentation will also be considered as Research Assistant or Research Student Fluent in English in both writing and verbal communications; clear and concise writing skills Good time management with a strong sense of responsibility and research ethics Self-motivated team player who can be assertive to achieve results, and able to work under pressure A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. Interested candidates are advised to discuss with Professor Anderson Shum (ashum@abic.hk) before applying for more details. Applicants should submit their up-to-date C.V., quoting the job reference number, with information on current/expected remuneration and availability, to hr@abic.hk. Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and until the posts are filled. The personal data provided in your application process will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purpose. The personal data may be transferred and disclosed to, and used by HKU Innovation Holdings Limited and The University of Hong Kong for the above purposes. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

The University of Vienna is a community of almost 11,000 individuals, including approximately 7,700 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. They represent individuals driven by curiosity and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With us, they find the space to try things out and unfold their potential. Are you inspired by their passion and determination? We are currently seeking a/an University assistant predoctoral 51 Faculty of Physics Startdate: 01.12.2026 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) Reference no.: 5644 Do you have an interest in experimental aerosol physics? Are you fascinated by lab-scale fundamental studies connecting to urgent environmental problems such as climate change and air pollution? Are you interested in measuring and analyzing newly formed clusters to characterize building blocks of new particle formation and quantify nanoparticle dynamics? If yes, then we invite you to join the Aerosol Physics and Environmental Physics Group. Your personal sphere of influence: As a university assistant (praedoc) in this 4-year position, you will be part of the Nanoparticle Dynamics Team around Professor Paul Winkler, and you will be focusing on research topics in aerosol nanoparticle dynamics. Our research aims at fundamental process understanding in aerosol physics and practical applications in environmental settings. Examples include mass spectrometric applications for particle chemical characterization as well as chamber-based experiments for studies of new particle formation of atmospheric relevance as well as instrumentation development. Our Team is part of the Aerosol Physics and Environmental Physics group of the Faculty of Physics. We are member of the recently founded Environment and Climate Research Hub of the University of Vienna offering ample opportunities for cross-discipline interaction within the University of Vienna. Our participation at the CLOUD experiment at CERN provides a large network of leading international scientists in the field. You will also benefit from being fellow of the Vienna Doctoral School in Physics (VDSP), connecting PhD students at the Faculty of Physics from all disciplines. The research team led by Paul Winkler is an international team of innovative scientists on all levels (Master, PhD and Postdoc). Our expertise lies in experimental aerosol nanoparticle dynamics. Your future tasks: You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means: You are involved in a fully funded research project addressing nanoparticle detection, characterization and growth analysis. You will present your research plan to the faculty and complete a dissertation agreement within 12-18 months. This will be reviewed and adapted on an annual basis. You will work on your dissertation and towards its completion in time. We expect a large degree of independence paired with a high level of social awareness as the goal will only be achieved in a team. You will contribute to teaching (lab courses, exercise classes) within the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement. You will fill some administrative tasks, contributing to the success and self-organization of the group for research, teaching and administration. You will participate in international measurement campaigns which may include substantial travel. You will continuously stay informed about the state of the art in your field. You contribute to outreach by publications, conference presentations and public activities. This is part of your personality: You have completed your Master's degree or Diploma in physics and/or aerosol related topics such as atmospheric sciences or aerosol chemistry. You have experience in academic writing. You come with a background in general aerosol physics and chemistry. Ideally, you should have experience with the usual techniques for aerosol detection and characterization (CPC, DMA, mass spectrometry) and programing (e.g. Mathematica/Python/Matlab). You have an excellent command of written and spoken English. What we offer: Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment. Good public transport connections: Your workplace in the center of beauftiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport. Potential for development: Success in life depends on what you make of it, but if you are ambitious and successful, there are plenty of opportunities to connect you to many relevant top research groups in the world. Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge. Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.776,10 (40h, 14x p.a.) increases if we can credit professional experience. The duration of employment is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration. Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team! It is that easy to apply: With your scientific curriculum vitae A summary of your previous academic and research achievements. A short statement on your research interests for the future. Your Bachelor’s and Master‘s degree: an excellent academic degree is a good entrance statement for this position. Note, that while a Master’s degree is the usual legal prerequisite for a PhD position at the University of Vienna, we can consider Bachelors (preferentially with Honor’s) in exceptional cases, too. If you have any questions, please contact: Paul Winkler paul.winkler@univie.ac.at We look forward to new personalities in our team! The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. Data protection ​Application deadline: 06/28/2026 Prae Doc https://vds-physics.univie.ac.at/