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About Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

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The Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, sometimes known as the "University of Brazil" and commonly abbreviated to UFRJ, is one of the largest and best known universities in Brazil. Founded by the Brazilian State in 1792, the university has gone on to have an enormous influence on public life in Rio, being responsible for laboratories, libraries and hospitals.

The University operates across a number of campuses and facilities throughout Rio de Janeiro, but is primarily focused on Ilha do Fundão, an artificial island off the western shore of Rio’s famous Guanabara Bay. This campus, known as College City, offers a huge range of services and activities for students including a free shuttle bus services for crossing Rio de Janeiro, various restaurants and cafes, a sports centre, as well as accommodation for students.

UFRJ can also lay claim to a number of high-quality academic facilities, such as the largest ocean tank in the world, as well as a domestically operated maglev train system.

 As one might expect for a higher education institution of this size and reach, UFRJ offers a huge range and variety of undergraduate courses (more than 170), as well and numerous avenues for postgraduate and research students. UFRJ also distinguishes itself with a significant level of international co-operation, with extensive opportunities for foreign students to come and study in Rio.

The university can also boast of having produced a succession of successful alumni, including writer Jorge Amado, Nobel Peace Prize nominee Osvaldo Aranha, and physician Oswaldo Cruz.

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UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY

The University of Sydney

Australia, Sydney

institution

The University of Sydney

Australia, Sydney


Full time fixed term role for 12 months based at Camperdown Join a collaborative team as a Lecturer (Education) at the Sydney Dental School Base Salary $127,436 - $151,328 + 17% superannuation plus clinical loading for AHPRA registration About the opportunity The Faculty of Medicine and Health has been designed to enable innovation, excellence and strategic vision in teaching, research, and clinical practice not only in medicine and health, but in all of the areas in which we operate. We are committed to challenging conventional wisdom, and to finding new paths to travel. We are focused on leading new possibilities in the way we deliver wellness and healthcare and in making a distinctive impact on healthcare, both locally and globally. Sydney Dental School (SDS) As an academic school within the Faculty of Medicine and Health, SDS is consistently ranked as one of Australia's top dental schools. Through our delivery of integrated research, clinical training, and professional education, students benefit from the opportunity to gain experience in a diverse range of clinical facilities, to interact with dental and other health professionals, and develop an understanding of real-world challenges in oral health and healthcare. We are seeking a Lecturer (Education) Level B to support student education in the Doctor of Dental Medicine program at the Sydney Dental School and to contribute to strengthening the School's clinical and educational governance framework. Your key responsibilities will be to: undertake independent teaching in a dentistry discipline and/or clinical dentistry, contributing to outstanding educational design, delivery, evaluation and outcomes engage in high-quality teaching and learning experiences which meet the University's expectations and standards for education design and deliver quality educational units of study and experiences that support student needs and meet curriculum requirements contribute to development and implementation of assessment in alignment with School, Faculty and University initiatives and policies engage in supervision of research students at undergraduate level, in accordance with the requirements and expectations of the School/ Faculty/ University apply scholarship and knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practice to innovate Education carry out administrative tasks primarily connected with the area of discipline contribute to a positive workplace culture in which diversity of thought, contribution, collaboration, excellence and achieving outcomes are valued and enabled understand and contribute to furthering the University and Faculty strategic agenda. About you a dental qualification and current general registration as a dentist with the Dental Board of Australia (AHPRA), with a PhD (completed or near completion) considered desirable experience in delivering high quality teaching in dentistry across all student levels, supported by teaching and research in a tertiary environment. Experience in delivering clinical teaching essential. demonstrated success in designing, implementing and evaluating teaching and learning initiatives that enhance student outcomes ability to collaborate with discipline heads and course coordinators to develop, deliver and mark teaching materials and assessments experience in supervising or mentoring colleagues and/or coordinating team activities to support professional growth and effective teamwork demonstrated excellence in research, scholarly activities relevant to the discipline, and educational design and practice capacity to undertake high quality research studies and publish in recognised journals in line with the School's minimum requirements strong written and verbal communication skills, combined with a collegiate, team oriented nature and experience working collaboratively highly developed organisational and planning skills, with the proven ability to manage competing priorities and consistently meet deadlines. 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. As this position is located on an NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit: NSW Health employment requirements. This position is designated as involving child-related work. 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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 Cecilia Blamey, Recruitment Operations by email to cecilia.blamey@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 Wednesday 29 April 2026 11:59 PM

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LINGNAN UNIVERSITY

Lingnan University

Hong Kong

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Lingnan University

Hong Kong


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AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY (ANU)

The Australian National University

Australia, Canberra

institution

The Australian National University

Australia, Canberra


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22 Apr 2026

Full Time Faculty Department of Management

UNIVERSITY OF NICOSIA, ATHENS

University of Nicosia

Greece, Chaïdari, Athens

institution

University of Nicosia

Greece, Chaïdari, Athens


UNIC Athens, the University of Nicosia's academic and research base in Greece, combining internationally ranked teaching with state-of-the-art facilities, is inviting applications from individuals interested in full time faculty appointments of the School of Business. This call refers to faculty in the rank of Assistant Professors or Associate Professors, who specialize in: Management This position involves a rigorous examination of contemporary management theories and practices, integrating organisational behaviour, decision-making, operations, leadership, performance measurement and other managerial functions aiming to prepare students for effective managerial and leadership roles across diverse, digitalized organisational contexts. 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They are also expected to protect exam materials, invigilate exams, follow final examination regulations, keep accurate grade and attendance records, report excessive absences, retain assessed work as required, and submit an end-of-semester online portfolio. In addition to teaching, faculty are expected to support students through advising hours, discussions of exam results, progress evaluation, and recommendation letters. They must also contribute to university life by attending meetings and participating in professional development. Professional conduct is a key expectation, including appropriate appearance, fair and unbiased treatment of students, avoiding political influence in teaching or assessment, and not participating in illegal organizations. Qualifications: A Doctorate Evidence of potential for excellence in teaching, research, publications in international outlets and for a successful academic career. 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Posted

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Research Associate (A)

ADELAIDE UNIVERSITY

Adelaide University

Australia, Adelaide

institution

Adelaide University

Australia, Adelaide


Based in School of Psychology, at the Adelaide University Magill Campus  Part-time (0.6FTE), fixed term contract until December 2027 At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions – because when you thrive, we thrive. This position is responsible for undertaking research activities associated with a Heart Foundation funded grant. The study involves co-producing and testing the acceptability and feasibility of an evidence-based psychological intervention to reduce anxiety in patients with atrial fibrillation. The role includes developing intervention materials through co-design and then delivering the intervention as part of acceptability and feasibility testing. Limited travel to regional South Australia may be required. Work that matters The Core Responsibilities of the position include: Lead ethics approval and reporting processes related to the project. Manage the logistical elements of the project including participant recruitment and scheduling, along with communication between investigators. Coordinate the development of new intervention materials through co-design. Facilitate focus groups, workshops, and interviews with cardiac patients and health professionals. Lead the delivery of acceptability and feasibility testing, including administering the intervention and collecting qualitative and quantitative outcome data. The team This position reports to Prof Hannah Keage, in the School of Psychology at Adelaide University. Other investigators on the project include Prof Prash Sanders, A/Prof Adrian Elliot, Dr Melissa Middeldorp and Prof Amanda Hutchinson from Adelaide University, and Prof Lisa Beatty from Flinders University. This research feeds into Adelaide University’s Personal and Societal Health stream, which focuses on research that improves health, equity, and wellbeing through prevention, better care, and stronger connections between health, social policy, and community outcomes. Visit the AU website to learn more about the College of Education, Behavioural and Social Sciences Our people This role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety and meeting new people. You will experience a range of tasks and interactions, keeping your workday interesting and engaging. Experience To thrive in this role, you will likely have the following skills and experience: A postgraduate qualification in psychology (e.g. Honours or Masters). Proven ability to communicate effectively to a wide range of audiences in the context of running a research project including, but not limited to, research participants, clinical scientists and consumer advocates. Demonstrated organisational and time management skills together with resourcefulness and initiative to manage multiple priorities and demands in the context of research. High level of interpersonal skills and proven ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment including with consumer advisory groups and project investigator teams. Expertise in, or enthusiasm to learn, co-design and qualitative analytical approaches. Highly developed research and report writing skills, including ethics reporting and manuscript submission to peer reviewed journals. Our commitment to inclusion and diversity We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels respected and valued. Adelaide University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. Build on your career with Adelaide University now Simply click on the Apply Now button and upload: your current CV a cover letter that tells us why you’re excited about the role The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address. Submit your application by 11:30pm Tuesday 5th May Please note that the role description is not attached to this advertisement as it is currently being finalised. For further information about this opportunity, please contact (quoting reference number 492940): Georgia Viola Talent Acquisition Adviser +61 8 8302 1700 | careers.adelaideuniversity@adelaide.edu.au Appointment is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check (NPC) being obtained and maintained.

Salary

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Posted

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Subjects Taught at Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

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Arts and Humanities

  • Archaeology
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  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • History, Philosophy and Theology
  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics

Business and Economics

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business and Management
  • Economics and Econometrics

Computer Science

  • Computer Science

Education Studies

  • Education

Engineering

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • General Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Law

  • Law

Life Sciences

  • Biological Sciences
  • Sport Science

Medical and Health

  • Medicine and Dentistry
  • Other Health

Physical Sciences

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy

Psychology

  • Psychology

Social Sciences

  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Geography
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Sociology