Emory University

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research.  We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ourselves into one of the best universities in the world, which we are achieving through the talents and endeavour of every employee. Our culture empowers people to achieve this aim and to collectively, and individually, make a real difference. The role The Institute for Communication Systems (ICS), home of the 6G Innovation Centre (6GIC), is looking to recruit a full-time Research Fellow to work on Generative and Token-based Semantic Communication Technologies for Future Wireless Networks (this is a fixed term contract upto Sept 2027). For this opening, the successful candidate will be required to have research experience in wireless communication systems as well as familiarity with design and training of state-of-the-art large generative AI models, e.g. Diffusion Models, Multimodal Large Language Models, etc. The area of specialization for this post is Generative Semantic and Token Communication Technologies for Future Wireless Networks. ICS is the largest academic research institute in Europe specialising in all aspects of ICT (Information and Communication Technologies). It is home to over 200 researchers with expertise in all communication and broadcasting systems and has developed the best-in-class large scale testbeds for research and innovation and enjoys the state-of-the-art lab and computing facilities. Established in 2012, 5GIC is the world’s first dedicated centre in researching end-to-end aspects of 5G and works closely with national and international leading academic institutes and key industrial partners. In November 2020, 6GIC was officially launched with parallel research undertaken in both 5G+ and 6G for 2030+. About you Applicants should have a good honors PhD degree in wireless communications or AI and computer vision fields and a strong track record of publications. Preference will be given to those with prior publications either in top-tier AI and Computer Vision venues (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR, etc.), or prestigious IEEE journals (e.g. IEEE JSAC, ComST, etc.). Applicants are expected to have good problem solving and analytical skills, to be proactive, to engage with other researchers and to be self-motivated. The successful candidate will, in collaboration with other researchers, specify, design and implement the systems under investigation. The successful candidates will be joining a very strong and vibrant research team and will be supported by academic staff working on the programme.  How to apply Please apply on the University website with your CV and a cover letter. For informal enquiries please contact Dr Mahdi Boloursaz Mashhadi m.boloursazmashhadi@surrey.ac.uk. Please note the University of Surrey reserves the right to close this vacancy early or extend based on Volume and Calibre of applications. Further details Job Description

The Department of Geography at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador invites applications for nomination as the Canada Impact+ Research Chair in Critical Minerals and Energy Transition: Political Ecology and Social Sustainability. The CIRC program is a one-time-only initiative funded by the Government of Canada aimed at recruiting top-tier international researchers with expertise in key areas addressing critical national and global challenges. The program emphasizes both research excellence and tangible impact. CIRCs are appointed for a period of eight years in values of either $8 million ($1 million per year) or $4 million ($500,000 per year), with the possibility of a 4-year extension at 50% of the original award value, determined by an external review in Year 7 of the award. The awardee may also request an additional $100,000 per year over six years to recruit an Early Career Researcher (ECR) and to apply for research infrastructure funding. While the CIRC program places no restrictions on nationality or citizenship, the candidate must be internationally based (both working and residing outside of Canada) at the time of the intake’s application deadline. Housed in the Department of Geography, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Impact+ Research Chair in Critical Minerals and Energy Transition will direct a leading interdisciplinary research program addressing the political, social, and justice dimensions of critical minerals extraction and processing. This research and engagement program will address the significant global and regional challenges related to the growing demand for “critical” or “green” minerals: metals designated as essential to digital communications and decarbonizing energy systems. Although critical minerals development is widely promoted by international agencies and governments, as well as federal, provincial, and territorial governments in Canada, locating and extracting and processing these mineral resources presents challenges related to scarcity, supply chain security, environmental sustainability, social justice, and geopolitical risk. The Impact+ Chair will lead interdisciplinary social science research, graduate training, and collaborations across the university, addressing Impact+ strategic priority foci on Clean Technologies and Resource Value Chains and Democratic and Community Resilience. They will also support the nascent MUN Minerals research and teaching strategy (currently under development) as well as Memorial’s strategic research themes Sustaining People, Sustaining Place, and Sustaining Economy. The successful CIRC will either be appointed at the academic level of Full Professor or Associate Professor, eligible for promotion to Full Professor within 2 years of the Chair’s start date, or; hold a position outside of academia with equivalent qualifications necessary for appointment at these academic levels. The salary for the position will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, in accordance with the Memorial University of Newfoundland Faculty Association (MUNFA) Collective Agreement. Candidate Profile The successful candidate must be an established, internationally recognized research leader with expertise and experience in one or more of the following broad areas: natural resource governance/management, political ecology/environmental justice, political economy and extractivism, environmental and social impact assessment (including FPIC, GBA+ and other equity considerations), and cognate fields. The regional focus for the chair is open, though we particularly welcome applicants with active engagements with communities in the Global South, Arctic and Northern regions, rural and remote communities, and/or Indigenous nations. They will have the primary responsibility for directing the research program and all related activities, and will be expected to develop and implement a plan for an inclusive environment that fosters equity, accessibility, and diverse participation in research activities and public/community engagement. Memorial acknowledges that career paths can be diverse and that life circumstances, such as illness, disability, and family and community responsibilities, are often an expected part of life and are likely to affect a nominee’s record of research achievement. Applicants are encouraged to explain in their cover letter any life circumstances that may have resulted in career interruptions, if applicable. These impacts will be carefully considered during the assessment process. Memorial is committed to employment equity, diversity, inclusion and anti-racism, and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including: women; people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous Peoples; visible minorities, and racialized people; and people with disabilities. All applicants are invited to identify themselves as a member of an equity-deserving group(s) as appropriate. Please note that applicants cannot be considered as a member of an equity-deserving group(s) unless they complete Memorial’s employment equity  survey. Applicants will receive the survey via email once they submit their application. The survey link expires after 7 days of receiving it. If an applicant does not receive a survey or has any questions about it, please contact equity@mun.ca. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment. Applicants who require an accessibility arrangement to ensure their full participation in the application process can contact Mandy Penney (equity@mun.ca) to make appropriate accommodations. Memorial University and the Department of Geography We acknowledge that the lands on which Memorial University’s campuses are situated are in the traditional territories of diverse Indigenous groups, and we acknowledge with respect the diverse histories and cultures of the Beothuk, Mi’kmaq, Innu, and Inuit of this province. Memorial has an all-Indigenous Committee for Ethical Research Impacting Indigenous Groups to ensure research, including classroom research, meets high standards of ethics and responsibility. The focus is on research with, by and for Indigenous Peoples that emphasizes engagement based on understanding and respect. The Department of Geography is a dynamic research and teaching unit with the Faculty of HSS, offering BA/BSc., MA/MSc, and PhD programs. Our interdisciplinary, research-intensive faculty   highly value collaboration in research and mentorship. We encourage applicants who will build on our existing departmental areas of expertise in resource geography, climate change, biogeography, biodiversity conservation, anticolonial research methods, urban planning, fisheries geographies, waste and discard studies, GIS and remote sensing, Arctic communities and ecosystems, and freshwater and marine sciences. Memorial geographers work closely with the Marine Institute and Faculty of Science, particularly in Biology, Earth Sciences, and Ocean Sciences. We offer Joint Honours degrees with Computer Science and Earth Sciences. Faculty in Geography collaborate with the newly established School of Arctic and Subarctic Studies (SASS) on the Labrador Campus, which has a constitution that enables co-governance of the School with Indigenous Nations and offers graduate programs in Arctic and Subarctic Futures. Applicants can learn more about the Department of Geography at www.mun.ca/geography. Memorial University is the largest university in Atlantic Canada and has a special obligation to the people of this province. As the province’s only university, Memorial plays an integral role in the education and cultural life of Newfoundland and Labrador. Offering diverse undergraduate and graduate programs to 19,000 students, Memorial’s St. John’s campus provides a distinctive and stimulating environment for learning in the capital city, which has a vibrant cultural life and access to a wide range of outdoor activities. With 15 academic departments and a variety of interdisciplinary major, minor, and diploma programs, the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences offers breadth, depth, and diversity. The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences houses, among other units and resources, the Institute of Social and Economic Research (ISER), the Maritime History Archive, the Folklore and Language Archive, and the Aboriginal Languages Archives. How to apply The Canada Impact+ Research Chairs competition involves a two-stage process as outlined below. Stage 1: Applications must be submitted as a single PDF file, with the subject heading CIRC in Critical Minerals and Energy Transition and quoting the file reference number HSS03486. Applications should include: a cover letter describing the applicant’s vision, leadership experience, and fit with the CIRC in Critical Minerals and Energy Transition a one-page research statement outlining the applicant's vision for establishing and leading an internationally recognized research program/group at Memorial University a curriculum vitae with a clear summary of major research, leadership and knowledge mobilization achievements, as well as an overview of career teaching and service activities names and contact information of three referees who can provide letters of reference within a short time frame if short-listed. Application packages should be submitted through this portal: CLICK HERE TO APPLY , as soon as possible but no later than May 26, 2026. Candidates with inquiries about this opportunity or the Department of Geography should contact the Department Head, Dr. Joel Finnis, jfinnis@mun.ca. Stage 2 (immediately following the deadline): Will consist of a virtual interview between shortlisted candidates and the search committee, as well as an open meeting with the Department of Geography community. The successful candidate will be registered with the CIRC program as Memorial’s nominee and will complete the CIRC application with support from the Faculty of HSS and Memorial’s Research Initiatives & Services (RIS). The completed nomination package will be submitted electronically by the CIRC’s application deadline, very shortly following selection and registration. Appointment of a candidate to the advertised faculty position is contingent upon the success of the submitted CIRC application.

Aalto University is where science and art meet technology and business. We shape a sustainable future by making research breakthroughs in and across our disciplines, sparking the game changers of tomorrow and creating novel solutions to major global challenges. Our community is made up of 120 nationalities, 16 000 students, 400 professors and close to 5000 faculty and staff working on our dynamic campus in Espoo, Greater Helsinki, Finland. Diversity is part of who we are, and we actively work to ensure our community’s diversity and inclusiveness. This is why we warmly encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to join our community. At the Department of Applied Physics, our pioneering research in physical sciences creates important industrial applications that hold great technological potential. Our research focuses on Materials physics, Quantum technology, Soft & living matter, and Advanced energy solutions. Topics extend from fundamental research to important applications. We educate future generations of research and development professionals, data specialists, technology experts, inventors, and scientists for industry and society. Role and vision We are now looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to help build an autonomous superconducting quantum processor in the Quantum Computing and Devices (QCD) group at Aalto University. The position is aimed at an exceptional cQED researcher who wants to turn recent component-level breakthroughs into a new system architecture for scalable superconducting quantum computing. Instead of routing every measurement and control step to room temperature, our long-term vision is to provide readout, reset, control, and feedback functions inside the cryogenic environment. If successful, this approach can reduce latency, wiring burden, dissipation, and system complexity — and open a new path towards scalable superconducting quantum computers. This research direction, initiated by Prof. Mikko Möttönen, is supported by the Jane and Aatos Erkko Foundation, Research Council of Finland, and the Novo Nordisk Foundation. Why this is an exciting moment QCD has recently demonstrated single-shot qubit readout with a thermal detector, correlation measurements of propagating microwave photons at millikelvin, rapid on-demand generation of thermal states in superconducting circuits, and transmon coherence reaching the millisecond threshold. In addition, our recent “Quantum dial” arXiv paper introduces a first-generation device that switches a qubit on demand between isolation and strong coupling for reset, control, and thermometry. Together, these advances make this the right moment to integrate improved qubits and millikelvin control and readout elements into autonomous-processor experiments. This postdoc will help move from strong individual components to system-level demonstrations that may reshape how superconducting quantum processors are built in the future. Your network and team You will work in a highly collaborative team that combines superconducting-qubit physics, quantum-circuit theory, cryogenic microwave engineering, nanofabrication, and data-driven experimentation. QCD is embedded in a broader Finnish quantum ecosystem with close collaboration across Aalto, VTT, and leading national and international partners. The group’s entrepreneurial track record includes spinouts and alumni-linked companies such as IQM, QMill, Quanscient, and Arctic Instruments. This is a rare opportunity to join a team that combines frontier science, device building, and a credible route to real-world impact. Your responsibilities Design, simulate, build, and/or measure superconducting quantum circuits and millikelvin components relevant to the autonomous quantum processing unit (AQPU). Advance subsystem integration for readout, reset, control, dissipation engineering, and feedback at cryogenic temperatures. Carry out and guide microwave and cQED experiments, data analysis, and iterative device improvement. Work closely with team members and collaborators to prioritize milestones towards the autonomous quantum processing unit. Help supervise students and contribute to a strong collaborative culture. What we are looking for PhD in cQED, superconducting qubits, quantum microwave engineering, applied physics, or a related field. Strong experience in several of the following: quantum-microwave circuit design, electromagnetic simulation, CAD, cryogenic measurements, qubit control and readout, data acquisition and analysis, scientific writing, and sample fabrication or integration. Excellent experimental judgement and the ability to move from concept to convincing demonstration. Ambition for high-impact work and motivation to collaborate across theory, experiment, and engineering. Fluency in English; Finnish is not required. Outstanding candidates from closely related fields are encouraged even if they do not match every item, but some experience on microwave experiments in cQED must be demonstrated. What we offer A full-time fixed-term postdoctoral appointment, typically up to three years on the first contract. The start date is 1 September or as agreed. The salary range for this position is approximately 4229–4649 €/month. A major opportunity to help define a new architecture for superconducting quantum computing. A well-equipped laboratory environment with dilution refrigerators, microwave-measurement infrastructure, software, and access to nanofabrication through the local ecosystem. Strong funding, an ambitious team, and close interaction with national and international collaborators. Aalto’s inclusive culture and the possibility to grow scientifically, professionally, and entrepreneurially. Join us The deadline for applications is 1st of June 2026. Please submit your CV, publication list, a short cover letter focused on your fit and achievements, and contact details for referees through Aalto University’s recruitment system (click the "Apply” button). You may also include a brief research vision for the role. Please note: Aalto University’s employees should apply for the position via our internal HR system Workday (Internal Jobs) by using their existing Workday user account (not via the external webpage for open positions). If you are a student or visitor at Aalto University, please apply with your personal email address (not aalto.fi) via Aalto University open positions. We will go through applications, and we may invite suitable candidates to interview already during the application period. Aalto University reserves the right for justified reasons to leave the position open, to extend the application period, reopen the application process, and to consider candidates who have not submitted applications during the application period. For more information about the role, please contact Prof. Mikko Möttönen mikko.mottonen@aalto.fi. For questions related to the application process, please contact HR Advisor Minni Forss minni.forss@aalto.fi. More about Aalto University: Aalto.fi youtube.com/user/aaltouniversity linkedin.com/school/aalto-university/ www.facebook.com/aaltouniversity instagram.com/aaltouniversity To view information about Workday Accessibility, please click here. Please see more of our Open Positions here.