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Lugano, Switzerland
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Franklin University Switzlerland was originally established in 1969 as Fleming College in honour of Benjamin Franklin, the American scientist and political philosopher. The university is nestled in Lugano, a city in the south of Switzerland. Students at the univeristy come from more than 50 countries. Academic programmes cover a range of subject areas including art, history and visual culture, history, international management, political science, psychology, and social justice and sustainability.

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New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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Description The Center for Sand Hazards and Opportunities in Resilience, Energy, and Sustainability (SHORES) and the Division of Engineering (Civil & Urban Engineering) seeks to recruit an Associate Research Scientist to work on a broader field of geotechnical engineering. Required Qualifications: A successful applicant must have a PhD in Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on one or more of the following: Centrifuge experimental testing (design, execution, and data interpretation). Numerical modeling and simulation to complement physical experiments. (Preferred) Proficiency in CAD and modeling tools such as SolidWorks for experimental design and apparatus development. And possess at least three years of relevant professional experience, not including the years spent obtaining the terminal degree. Additional background in areas such as artificial intelligence applications in geotechnics, geoenvironmental engineering, geohazards risk assessment, or energy geotechnics will be considered an asset. Research Project: The successful candidate will lead a research project focused on advancing the design, testing, and analysis of resilient and sustainable geotechnical systems using centrifuge modeling. The work will bridge advanced experimental testing with complementary numerical simulation to generate insights for infrastructure and energy applications. The Postdoctoral Associate will be expected to: Design, implement, and analyze centrifuge experiments. Integrate findings with numerical models for validation and deeper interpretation. Develop innovative experimental apparatus (SolidWorks proficiency is a plus). Disseminate results through high-quality publications in reputable journals. Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team of faculty, postdocs, and students. The terms of employment include highly competitive salary, medical insurance, housing allowance, annual home-leave travel, and educational subsidies for children as well as other benefits. For consideration, applicants need to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with full publication list, transcript of degree, statement of research interests and contact information for at least two references, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Dr. Tarek Abdoun at tarek.abdoun@nyu.edu. About NYU Abu Dhabi https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/ NYU Abu Dhabi is the first comprehensive liberal arts and research campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university. Times Higher Education ranks NYU among the top 30 universities in the world, making NYU Abu Dhabi the highest-ranked university in the UAE and MENA region. NYU Abu Dhabi has integrated a highly selective undergraduate curriculum across the disciplines with a world center for advanced research and scholarship. The university enables its students in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and arts to succeed in an increasingly interdependent world and advance cooperation and progress on humanity’s shared challenges. NYU Abu Dhabi’s high-achieving students have come from over 120 countries and speak over 100 languages. Together, NYU's campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai form the backbone of a unique global university, giving faculty and students opportunities to experience varied learning environments and immersion in other cultures at one or more of the numerous study-abroad sites NYU maintains on six continents. NYUAD is committed to upholding a culture of non-discrimination, anti-harassment, dignity, and mutual respect; providing equal access and opportunity; and fostering academic excellence in learning, research, and teaching. Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school admissions, and other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the University; the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade as doctoral programs are developed. Working for NYUAD At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work; it’s your home. In order for faculty/academic 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 faculty/academic 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. 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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Post-Doctoral Associate / Associate Research Scientist in the Division of Engineering

NEW YORK UNIVERSITY ABU DHABI

New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

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New York University Abu Dhabi Corporation

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi


Description The Future-Generation of Resilient and Infrastructure Design Technology Hub (Future-GRID TecH) in the Division of Engineering at New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit one motivated post-doctoral associate (or research scientist for experienced candidates with 5 years of post-PhD experience). The candidate will work under the supervision of Future-GRID TecH director Dr. Mohamed Moustafa to carry out cutting-edge research in the broad area of future structures and resilient infrastructure systems with interest in applications of new and emerging technologies. Particular areas of interest include: structural 3D printing (metals, concrete, and composites) computational mechanics and structural topology optimization vision-based structural health monitoring autonomous and drone-based infrastructure inspection and vibration monitoring Successful candidates must hold a PhD degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Material Engineering. Other related field such as Computer Science, Nuclear Engineering, and Material Science are also welcomed. Required qualifications include: strong communication and presentation skills; a track record in writing and publishing peer-reviewed journal publications; and previous or relevant experience in mentoring or supervising undergraduate student research or junior graduate students. A formal training, education, or certification in a secondary area (beyond the main PhD focus) such as additive manufacturing, advanced/hybrid manufacturing, machine learning, artificial intelligence, computer vision, robotics, UAVs, etc. is a plus. Other preferred qualifications include: expertise in programming and coding (preferably using Python and C++) and GUI development; expertise in computational mechanics and finite element simulation and modeling; expertise in laboratory and multi-scale experimental testing at the material, component, and structural levels. The candidates will work in a multidisciplinary environment consisting of PhD-level scientists and undergraduate students, conduct high-quality “innovative and independent” experimental, analytical, and/or computational research, publish research work and results in scientific peer-reviewed journals and conferences, mentor undergraduate students, and participate in writing research grant proposals. To be considered, all applicants must submit the following documents in PDF format via Interfolio: Cover letter Curriculum vitae with full publication list Statement of research interests and plan Transcript 2 Recommendation letters  Three sample (recent and/or most relevant) journal publications Contact details of two references The terms of employment include a highly competitive salary, medical insurance, housing allowance, annual home-leave travel, and educational subsidies for children (if applicable). Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the positions are filled. If you have any questions or require more information, please email: mohamed.moustafa@nyu.edu 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. UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply

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Executive Dean, Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences and Vice-President (Health)

MONASH UNIVERSITY

Monash University

Australia, Monash

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Monash University

Australia, Monash


Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, Monash University, Australia Monash University invites applications and expressions of interest for the position of Executive Dean, Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences and Vice-President (Health). As one of Monash University’s most significant leadership appointments, this position offers a rare opportunity to lead the University’s largest faculty and shape the future of healthcare education, research and impact at scale. About Monash University Monash is Australia’s largest and most international university, with a global presence spanning Australia, Malaysia, Indonesia, China, India and Italy. Consistently ranked among the world’s top 50 universities, Monash is defined by its scale, ambition and commitment to delivering transformational impact through world-class research and education. About the Faculty The Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences (the Faculty) is one of the most comprehensive health faculties globally, encompassing four sub-faculties, eleven schools and an extensive network of world-leading institutes and centres. With more than 19,000 students and a global alumni community of 75,000, the Faculty is a significant contributor to the healthcare workforce and is consistently ranked among the world’s top 50 medical schools. A national leader in clinical trials — contributing almost 25% of all trial activity in Australia — and deeply embedded within clinical networks that collectively serve 3.5 million people (15% of the Australian population), the Faculty’s work seamlessly integrates discovery, clinical translation and population health across the human lifespan, underpinned by deep-rooted partnerships across health systems, industry and government. The Faculty enters this next chapter from a position of immense strength following a transformative period of growth under the leadership of Sir John Monash Distinguished Professor Christina Mitchell AO — boasting sustained research excellence, a high-performance culture and a reputation for producing the next generation of healthcare leaders and professionals. The Opportunity Reporting to the Provost and Senior Vice-President, the Executive Dean, Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences and Vice-President (Health), leads a Faculty of considerable scale and complexity, providing inspiring leadership, to advance educational excellence and elevate global research performance. The role plays a pivotal part in strengthening Monash’s positioning and global leadership in innovation, translation and impact. As a member of the Vice-Chancellor’s Executive Committee, it contributes to shaping the broader strategic trajectory of the University. A key focus of the position will be championing international expansion, embracing emerging frontiers and identifying strategic opportunities through commercialisation, philanthropy and large-scale engagement with the biotechnology and venture capital sectors. The Person Your career reflects sustained, high-impact leadership. With a distinguished record of accomplishment across large, complex faculties or portfolios within world-class, research-intensive universities — and a reputation for excellence in research, teaching and academic governance — you offer the intellectual authority, judgement and credibility required to lead this pre-eminent Australian and internationally recognised health faculty. A collaborative and collegiate executive, you excel at building trusted, impactful partnerships across government, industry, alumni, philanthropic and business communities. You navigate complex environments — including clinical settings — with confidence, deepening strategic partnerships with major health services and advancing a shared vision for world-class translational research and clinical excellence. An exceptional communicator and influencer, you combine strategic and operational acumen with the capability to steward large budgets, attract significant funding, diversify revenue and secure long-term sustainability. You bring sophisticated insight into the global education, clinical and research landscape, supported by influential networks across leading universities, health systems and research institutes worldwide. With a global mindset, geopolitical awareness and superb judgement across complex regulatory environments, you advance the Faculty’s strategic direction while contributing to whole-of-university priorities and elevating Monash’s national and international impact in health. As Executive Dean, Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences and Vice-President (Health), you are a visionary, outward-looking and future-focused leader who thrives on complexity, pace and scale and inspires confidence and ambition. Above all, you are deeply committed to a culture grounded in excellence, collaboration, equity and continuous improvement — enabling staff and students to thrive. How to Apply For further information and confidential discussions, please contact Alumni Global, who are supporting Monash University with this appointment. Applications can be submitted via the Alumni Global Applications Portal https://www.monash.edu/medicine/executive-appointment/_nocache Please use the relevant reference number when applying A041146. Closing Date: 10 July 2026 Applications should be submitted as soon as possible as we are continuously assessing candidates for this critical appointment.

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Competitive

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8 Jun 2026

Team Leader, Placement Services

AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY (ACU)

Australian Catholic University (ACU)

Australia, Melbourne

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Australian Catholic University (ACU)

Australia, Melbourne


A multi-faceted leadership role with the opportunity to engage internal and external stakeholders Support the placement of our students as they gain professional experience Fixed-term (12 months), part time (0.8FTE - 4 days per week) position located on our Melbourne campus About the role: Operating within Placement Services, the Team Leader Placement Services provides leadership and coordination of all administrative operations and day to day business in regard to Faculty clinical and professional placements. The Team Leader will achieve this through: Delivery of clinical practice placement administration, including a range of enquiry, invoicing and transactional services. Manage the administrative implementation of contracts with Clinical Placement Agencies, including monitoring, initiating, renewal and approvals. Manage and report on the allocation of student placements and progress of students for clinical placement completion. For full position details, refer to the position description. Contact: General enquiries can be sent to Lara Demetrios, Manager Placement Services - Placement Services at: lara.demetrios@acu.edu.au What we offer: The University pursues an excellence agenda and offers an environment where staff are welcomed and safe, and valued through development, participation and involvement. Total remuneration valued to $124,509 - $134,699 total rem (pro rata) pa, including salary component $105,212 - $113,823 (pro rata) pa (HEW 7), employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading. 17% employer superannuation contributions to eligible continuing and fixed-term staff. Annual leave loading of an equivalent to 17.5% of four weeks' salary pro rata payable, dependent on your commencement date. As an ACU staff member, you will have access to generous benefits which include but not limited to: flexible work, study leave, a variety of leave provisions and salary packaging. Find out more information about the benefits or working at ACU here. How to Apply: Step 1: Review the Position Description and become familiar with Our Mission and the Application process Step 2: Click the 'View Position Description and Apply' button, and populate your candidate application details, including your: Resume. Recommended responses to the Selection Criteria and Core Competencies in a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) or in the online Declaration and Criteria application page. Brief online responses to any pre-screening employment questions. Applications close: 14-JUN-2026 at 11:59pm AUS Eastern Standard Time Preferred candidates will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks, including those related to gender-based violence and foreign interference, in line with ACU's compliance requirements. Candidates must hold Australian work rights to apply for this position. For permanent/ continuing roles, applicants must have permanent work rights. For further information visit Immigration and Citizenship(homeaffairs.gov.au) Your Privacy of personal information is maintained in accordance with ACU policy. For more details visit: www.acu.edu.au/careers ACU is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and enables our people to reach their potential. This is underpinned by our mission and values, grounded in our respect for all people and the advancement of the common good. In line with our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences. ACU is recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter and veterans are encouraged to apply. ACU offers support for candidates that may require adjustments through the recruitment process. Please contact recruitment@acu.edu.au to discuss your requirements in confidence. About ACU: Australian Catholic University (ACU) is a publicly funded university whose teaching, research and service is shaped by the vision of flourishing lives, thriving communities, and a more ethical future for our world. ACU has more than 2,500 staff and 34,000 students across eight campuses - Ballarat, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, North Sydney, Strathfield, Blacktown and Rome. ACU draws on the Catholic intellectual tradition which values human reason and welcomes everyone regardless of their faith, cultural tradition or circumstances. ACU invites all staff - both academic and professional - to embrace, and to support in ways meaningful to them, its mission to respect the dignity of every human person, to seek knowledge and to advance the common good. ACU does not accept candidate applications submitted by external recruitment agencies through the ACU careers website.   Learn more about Athena Swan

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$124,509 - $134,699 total rem (pro rata) pa

Posted

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Research Manager (at the Rank of Senior Research Assistant or Post-doctoral Fellow)

THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong

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The University of Hong Kong

Hong Kong


Ref.: 535006 Work type: Full-time Department: Centre for Advancement of Chinese Language Education and Research within the Faculty of Education (10088) Categories: Senior Research Staff & Post-doctoral Fellow Research Manager (at the rank of Senior Research Assistant or Post-doctoral Fellow) in the Centre for Advancement of Chinese Language Education and Research (CACLER) within the Faculty of Education (Ref.: 535006), to commence as soon as possible until 31 August 2026, with the possibility of renewal. Applicants should possess (i) a Master’s degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science or equivalent, with 3 years’ related work experience, or a Ph.D. degree in a relevant discipline; (ii) solid statistical and computing skills; (iii) effective communication skills in both written and oral Chinese (mainly Cantonese) and English; and (iv) the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team to conduct educational research. Relevant research experience in educational settings will be an advantage. The appointee will work with the Principal Investigator to conduct research in a predominantly independent manner. Responsibilities will include conducting systematic reviews of literature and focus-group interviews in schools admitting multicultural students at pre-primary and primary levels. They will be responsible for developing study designs, overseeing the timeline of project research outcomes, data collection, management, analysis and interpretation, preparing research reports and research papers, training research assistants, and performing other duties as assigned. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. Applicants who have responded to the previous advertisements (Ref.: 532431 and 533210) need not re-apply. The University only accepts online applications 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 May 31, 2026 (extended to June 20, 2026), or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

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Competitive salary

Posted

8 Jun 2026

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