Hanze University of Applied Sciences

Description The Center for Smart Engineering Materials (CSEM), New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a post-doctoral associate to work on the development of high-sensitivity integrated photonics sensors in the Silicon Photonics (SiPh) platform. The successful applicant will drive an exciting project on the development of smart optical sensors for environmental monitoring in the oil & gas industry. Our photonics research lab has set modern tools for the design, testing, and optimization of photonic circuits. It is open for collaboration with researchers with a background in basic research to investigate new optical circuits and materials with specific optical, electrical, and mechanical properties. The specialty of this research project is advanced optoelectronics materials for sensing applications. The candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment consisting of PhD-level scientists, graduate students, and undergraduate students. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field. For consideration, applicants need to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae with a full publication list, transcript, statement of research interests, and three letters of reference, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Dr. Mahmoud Rasras at mr5098@nyu.edu. The terms of employment are very competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Applications will be accepted immediately and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. Please visit our website at http://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/careers/faculty-positions.html for instructions and information on how to apply. 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. UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.

The CORNERSTONE Photonics Innovation Centre (C-PIC) at the University of Southampton has a shared vision: to take Silicon Photonics technologies from research labs to everyday life by enabling ubiquitous Silicon Photonics solutions. The aim of the C-PIC team is to provide a Silicon Photonics fabrication service to researchers from across the globe, centred around unique cleanroom capabilities in Southampton, UK (www.cornerstone.sotonfab.co.uk). Our group has a culture centred around the team and is very supportive of one another and you will play a fundamental role in the success of the cutting-edge research that C-PIC supports. We are seeking a Nanofabrication Technician who is passionate about supporting cutting-edge technology in a growing team of enthusiastic colleagues. You will be self-motivated, a strong communicator, a strong problem solver, flexible, able to work both individually and as part of a team, and able to manage time efficiently. You will have the opportunity to thrive in a university environment, working on the fabrication/development of devices for cutting edge future technologies using our state-of-art cleanroom facilities. You will be able to develop your career within a university culture focused on people, collegiality, quality, internationalisation, and sustainability. Your working hours per week are 35 and will be somewhat flexible, within the hours of 8 AM – 9 PM, with the expectation to work 2 days 5PM till 9 PM.  In the role of Nanofabrication Technician you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of a number of tools housed within the world-class cleanroom facility. These tools will be used to fabricate state-of-the-art Silicon Photonics devices for C-PIC users, as well as internal research and enterprise projects. You will be able to learn from some of the best researchers in the field and will gain valuable, transferable skills within the field of photonics device fabrication. You will be provided with full training in addition to the opportunity to attend seminars and workshops to deepen your knowledge. As a key member of the C-PIC delivery team, you will benefit from a financial training allowance to support your personal and professional development including in areas such as EDI, innovation, and digitisation. Experience in a laboratory environment, with proven experience of successfully planning and progressing work activities is essential. A degree in a science related subject or equivalent industry experience is required. Basic knowledge in Silicon Photonics device fabrication is desirable. For general enquiries please contact Ms Eleni Tsandiou (Eleni.Tsanidou@soton.ac.uk)

Influential academic leadership opportunity to shape the future of business education Full-time, fixed-term basis for up to five years Based at ACU's North Sydney or Melbourne campus; with a national focus Australian Catholic University (ACU) is a public institution grounded in Catholic tradition, dedicated to academic excellence, human dignity and the common good. Ranked among the top Catholic universities globally, ACU has seven campuses across Australia, a campus in Rome, Italy and a rapidly growing online presence through ACU Online. Reporting to the Executive Dean, Faculty of Law and Business, the Dean of the Peter Faber Business School (PFBS) will provide exceptional academic and strategic leadership, to advance excellence across learning and teaching, research and external engagement, while strengthening the school's contribution to ACU's mission and strategic priorities. The school is committed to developing reflective, ethical and globally minded business leaders. All programs are underpinned by Catholic Social Teaching and the UN Principles of Responsible Management Education, with community engagement embedded within the undergraduate experience. The school holds prestigious AACSB accreditation, placing it among the top six per cent of business schools worldwide. The Dean will lead the development and implementation of a clear strategic vision for the school, with a strong focus on course innovation, research performance, professional accreditation, financial sustainability and the enhancement of the student experience. The role requires entrepreneurial leadership, sound financial stewardship and the ability to lead and inspire a diverse academic community across campuses. The ideal candidate will hold a doctoral qualification in a relevant business or management discipline and demonstrate outstanding academic leadership across research and teaching, including high-quality publications and competitive grant success. The successful candidate will also bring a demonstrated track record of successful degree portfolio development, budget and resource management and mentoring of academic staff. Experience maintaining and strengthening professional accreditations, particularly AACSB, will be highly regarded. The capacity to nurture industry and community partnerships, promote interdisciplinary engagement and foster a culture of high performance and collegiality is critical to this appointment. The role demands outstanding interpersonal, communication and influencing skills, together with sophisticated relationship and stakeholder management capability. The ability to align strategic decision-making with ACU's Mission and values will be fundamental to success. ACU has partnered with Kuras Leadership Search for the recruitment of this position. For a confidential discussion or to request a copy of the Candidate Information Pack, please contact Betty Kuras on +61 3 9653 9599 or via email at apply@kurasleadershipsearch.com quoting job code 2625. Applications close: 06-APR-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.